Shiv Kumar disclosed details of his escape to Uttar Pradesh after confirming Siddique’s critical condition outside Lilavati Hospital. He admitted to hiding evidence, which police later found.

Four close friends, whose late-night conversations on social media apps raised suspicions, have played a pivotal role in helping Mumbai Police track down Shivkumar Gautam, the main shooter of NCP leader Baba Siddique,

Shiv Kumar Gautam visited the spot of the firing in Bandra East after the crime and later went to Lilavati Hospital in Bandra West to confirm Siddique’s death

Shivkumar Gautam, alias Shiva, the alleged shooter of former minister Baba Siddique, confessed to police that he lingered near the hospital where Siddique was taken to confirm the success of his act.