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Mumbai court denies release of BMW car linked to 2024 hit-and-run, cites risk of misuse
A Mumbai court rejected Mihir Shah's plea to return the BMW car involved in the 2024 Worli hit-and-run, stating the vehicle could be misused and may destroy material evidence. The decision keeps the car with authorities as the investigation continues.
Why It Matters
The ruling preserves the vehicle as evidence in a high-profile case and signals judicial caution over returning luxury cars involved in serious offenses.
Timeline
4 Events
Court denies release of car; notes risk of misuse
April 24, 2026
In a Friday ruling, the Mumbai court rejected Mihir Shah's plea for return of the BMW car involved in the 2024 hit-and-run. The court cited the possibility of reuse/misuse of the seized car and noted that destruction of material evidence cannot be ruled out.
Mihir Shah arrested; in judicial custody
July 10, 2024
Mihir Shah, son of former Shiv Sena leader Rajesh Shah, was arrested in connection with the July 7, 2024 hit-and-run. He has been in judicial custody since July 2024, and the BMW car remains seized during the investigation.
Crash in Worli involving BMW
July 7, 2024
A BMW sedan allegedly driven by Mihir Shah rammed into a two-wheeler in the Worli area, killing 45-year-old Kaveri Nakhwa and injuring her husband Pradeep. The car was seized by police as part of the probe.
Investigation progresses; chargesheet filed
July 2024
Investigators stated that the inquiry was complete and a chargesheet had been filed; the original owner reportedly had no objection to the car being handed over to the Shah family.