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NDTV
6 hours ago
- NDTV
Living Abroad, These Gangsters Were Behind Firing At Elvish Yadav's House
New Delhi: The role of three gangsters has emerged in the firing outside controversial YouTuber Elvish Yadav 's home in Gurugram yesterday. The firing was carried out by three masked men, but those behind it have been identified as Neeraj Faridpuria, Bhau 'Ritoliya', and Inderjit Yadav, all linked to the notorious Himanshu Bhau gang. CCTV footage showed three men arriving at Mr Yadav's home in Sector 56 early Sunday morning, and two of them firing at least a dozen shots before fleeing. The YouTuber, who was also the Bigg Boss OTT winner, was not home at that time. His family members were inside, but none were injured in the firing. Hours later, Himanshu Bhau gang claimed responsibility for the attack in an online post that could not be verified by NDTV independently. The post named the three gangsters - Neeraj, Ritoliya, and Inderjit - and accused the YouTuber of promoting gambling. "The bullets at Elvish Yadav's house were fired by us, Neeraj Faridpur and Bhau Ritoliya. Today. We have now introduced ourselves to him. He has ruined many homes by promoting betting. We warn these social media bugs, if anyone is found promoting betting, stay ready for a call or a bullet at any time. #Rao Inderjit Yadav," read the post that carried a "Bhau Gang Since 2020" stamp with the illustration of two pistols. Here's what we know about the three gangsters: Neeraj Faridpuria Neeraj, a resident of Palwal in Haryana, has over 25 criminal cases registered against him. He is in the US. He was arrested by Haryana Police after an encounter in 2012 and sentenced to life imprisonment in a murder case in 2015. But the Punjab and Haryana High Court had granted him bail in 2019. His name had come up in the murder of Congress state spokesperson Vikas Chaudhary in Faridabad in 2019. After this, Neeraj fled to Canada via Dubai. He was then given the command of Bambiha gang in Canada, who are the rivals of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. From Canada, Neeraj went to the US and started working with the Himanshu Bhau gang. Bhau Ritoliya alias Himanshu Bhau Bhau Ritoliya is none other than Himanshu Bhau himself - a Portugal-based gangster. The 'Ritoliya' title refers to his village 'Ritoli' in Haryana's Rohtak. His name had also emerged in the firing on Haryanvi singer-rapper Rahul Yadav alias Fazilpuria last month. Fazilpuria had escaped unhurt in the attack. Rao Inderjit Yadav Inderjit Yadav is known to be a notorious gangster. He also traces his roots to Haryana. He lives in the US and works for Himanshu Bhau. Inderjit was behind the recent killing of a financier in Rohtak. His name had also emerged in the attack on Fazilpuria. Elvish Yadav's family had denied that he was involved in any gambling promotion and said he had not received any threat earlier. They said they were inside the house when they heard the firing, which targeted the ground and first floor. Mr Yadav lives on the second and third floors.
India.com
a day ago
- India.com
Elvish Yadav Firing Case: From CCTV Footage To Bhau Gang Claiming Responsibility, All You Need To Know About The Shooting Incident
New Delhi: In a shocking incident early Sunday morning, unidentified gunmen opened fire at the Gurugram residence of popular YouTuber and Bigg Boss OTT winner Elvish Yadav. Hours after the firing, CCTV footage from the site has surfaced online, shedding light on the terrifying moments of the attack. CCTV Footage Reveals Chilling Attack The CCTV video, which is now circulating on social media, shows two masked assailants approaching the actor's Sector 57 home with firearms in hand. The attackers are seen firing at the house's gate, doors, windows, and even targeting the upper balconies. In another moment, one of the assailants is seen climbing the main gate and aiming directly at the entrance of the residence. CCTV footage shows firing outside Elvish Yadav's house #ElvishYadav #Firing #Gurugram — Zee News English (@ZeeNewsEnglish) August 17, 2025 Over Two Dozen Rounds Fired According to some reports, the incident occurred between 5:30 and 6:00 AM. Three bike-borne attackers opened fire indiscriminately, reportedly firing more than two dozen rounds before fleeing the scene. Elvish Yadav Was Not Home During Attack Elvish Yadav was not present at the residence during the time of the attack. His father, Ram Avtar Yadav, later confirmed to the media that Elvish usually stays away from the Gurugram home due to professional commitments, as reported by ANI. He added that the family was left shaken and frightened by the incident. Also Read | Elvish Yadav's Father Releases FIRST Statement After Firing Incident Outside Actor's Gurugram Residence "Elvish comes here rarely. Usually, he stays away due to his work. Elvish is fine, I spoke to him. May God give wisdom to the people who did this. Naturally, we feel scared," Ram Avtar Yadav said in his first public statement following the attack. Shocking Visuals Show Bullet Marks In the video shared by ANI, visuals of the house reveal the aftermath of a violent incident, with bullet marks clearly visible on the ceiling of the parking area, near the entrance gates, and along the edges of the first and second floor balconies. Watch the video here: #WATCH | Haryana: Visuals from the residence of YouTuber and Big Boss OTT winner Elvish Yadav in Gurugram, where three masked miscreants opened fire at around 5:30 AM this morning. — ANI (@ANI) August 17, 2025 'Bhau Gang' Claims Responsibility According to India Today, the 'Bhau Gang' has claimed responsibility for the attack on Elvish Yadav's Gurugram home. Gangsters Himanshu Bhau, a fugitive based in Portugal, and Neeraj Faridpuria have reportedly taken credit for the firing incident. Also Read | 'Bhau Gang' Claims Responsibility For Elvish Yadav's Gurugram House Firing Over Promotion of Betting Apps An Instagram post shared by Bhau Ritoliya, featuring a graphic of two guns and the text 'BHAU GANG SINCE 2020,' also surfaced online. The post accused Yadav of promoting illegal betting apps and claimed the attack was a warning. FAQs Q1. What happened at Elvish Yadav's Gurugram house? Unidentified gunmen opened fire at his residence early Sunday morning. Q2. Was Elvish Yadav home during the attack? No, he was not at home at the time of the incident. Q3. How many rounds were fired at the house? Over two dozen rounds were reportedly fired. Q4. What does the CCTV footage show? It shows masked assailants firing at the house, including gates, doors, windows, and balconies.
Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
Who is Himanshu Bhau and why did he reportedly target Elvish Yadav's Gurugram home?
Elvish Yadav's house in Gurgaon was attacked with over 15 bullets fired by 3 assailants. CCTV footage captures the attackers. Later Bhau Gang Took Responsibility Of Attack On Instagram..#ElvishYadav#GurgaonAttack#ElvishArmy𓃵 — 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐦 (@Indian_Storms) August 17, 2025 What happened at Elvish Yadav's house? #WATCH | Firing at Elvish Yadav's residence | Between 5:30 and 6 AM today, some unknown persons fired at a house in the jurisdiction of Police Station Sector-56, Gurugram. Elvish Yadav lives on the second floor of the house in which the firing took place. Elvish Yadav was not at… — ANI (@ANI) August 17, 2025 Who is Himanshu Bhau? Himanshu Bhau's warning ( Image credit : Himanshu Bhau's warning on IG | Credit: X ) Why did he target Elvish Yadav's house? CCTV footage of the incident CCTV footage emerges of firing at Elvish's house! Raises a big question does fame in India come with an equal threat from gangs? From businessmen to celebs, all are facing threats. Reality needs to be checked and strict action ensured! #ElvishYadav — Nikhil saini (@iNikhilsaini) August 17, 2025 Following widespread discussions and social media buzz about the shooting at Elvish Yadav's Gurgaon residence, a viral post claimed that notorious gangster Himanshu Bhau was behind the attack, providing a possible motive. Although the authenticity of the post is yet to be verified, reports suggest that Bhau targeted Yadav over his alleged promotion of illegal betting apps, which the gang claimed had 'ruined many homes.' This incident has raised concerns about Yadav's safety and the influence of criminal networks, prompting a closer look at who Himanshu Bhau is and why he reportedly went after the to police, three assailants on motorcycles fired more than two dozen bullets at Yadav's residence between 5:30 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. before fleeing the scene. The bullets struck the ground and the first floor of the house, but fortunately, no one was Bhau, also called "Bhau," is a 22-year-old fugitive gangster from Ratauli village in Rohtak district, Haryana. Despite his young age, he has become a major concern for law enforcement due to his involvement in organized crime across Delhi-NCR and other regions. His criminal career reportedly began at 17, and he was arrested in 2020 for an attempted murder. After escaping from a juvenile detention center in Hisar, he fled India using forged documents, first reaching Dubai and later settling in of the most notorious incidents linked to his gang occurred on June 18, 2024, when two gunmen fired 38 rounds at a Burger King outlet in Rajouri Garden, Delhi, killing 26-year-old Aman Joon. Delhi Police have been actively targeting Bhau's gang, arresting several members and applying the stringent Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) against them.A social media post featuring a graphic of two guns and the text "BHAU GANG SINCE 2020" appeared to link the attack to Yadav's alleged promotion of illegal betting apps. According to India Today, the post read:"Greetings to all. Today, a shooting took place at ELVISH YADAV's house, carried out by NEERAJ FARIDPUR and BHAU RITOLIYA. We have made our presence felt. He has ruined many homes by promoting illegal betting is a warning to all such 'insects' on social media, like Elvish Yadav. Anyone promoting these apps should know, a call or a bullet could come at any time. Stay alert."A video circulating widely on social media shows the CCTV footage clearly capturing the shooters in action, with the individuals seen moving quickly around the area.
Economic Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
All about the Himanshu Bhau gang that claimed responsibility for firing at Elvish Yadav's home
Synopsis Tension rose in Gurgaon after a shooting at Elvish Yadav's home. No one was hurt. The Himanshu Bhau gang claimed responsibility, citing Yadav's alleged promotion of a betting app. The gang, active since 2020, is known for extortion and violence in Delhi-NCR. Himanshu Bhau is reportedly in the United States. Police are investigating the incident and the gang's activities. TIL Creatives AI-generated image for representative purpose Tension gripped Gurgaon on Sunday after unidentified assailants opened fire outside the residence of popular YouTuber and Bigg Boss OTT winner Elvish Yadav. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Yadav was not at home during the attack, though his family members were present inside the house at the time. His father, Ram Avtar Yadav, confirmed that CCTV footage captured three masked attackers, two of whom are clearly identifiable. Police have since secured the area and are examining the footage closely as part of their ongoing investigation. Soon after the incident, the notorious Himanshu Bhau gang claimed responsibility. In a social media post, gang members Neeraj Faridpur and Bhau Ritolia stated that the firing was a warning to Yadav, accusing him of promoting a betting app that 'has destroyed many households.' According to reports, shots were fired at the first floor of the building, while the Yadav family resides on the third floor. The Himanshu Bhau gang is a well-known criminal syndicate that has been active since 2020. Led by gangster Himanshu Bhau, the group is involved in extortion, intimidation, and multiple violent crimes across Delhi-NCR. Their signature mark, 'Bhau Gang Since 2020,' has been found at various crime scenes, signaling their presence and instilling fear among victims. Himanshu Bhau himself is a wanted figure, believed to have fled India via Portugal to the United States after an Interpol Red Corner Notice was issued against him. His gang operates through associates, frequently targeting business owners, property dealers, and public figures for extortion money. They are known to use violence as a tool of intimidation, often following up threats with phone calls and notes demanding protection fees. The gang's name has surfaced in several high-profile incidents, including the firing at a Burger King outlet in West Delhi's Rajouri Garden, an attack on a car showroom in Tilak Nagar, and a shooting at a property dealer's home in Kabir Nagar. Both Delhi Police and Gurgaon Police, along with the Crime Branch and Special Cell, are currently intensifying efforts to track down active members of the gang. Authorities believe the group has been trying to expand its influence in NCR through fear tactics and public acts of violence—such as the attack on Elvish Yadav's residence.
Hans India
a day ago
- Hans India
Elvish Yadav ruined many homes by promoting betting: 'Bhau Gang' claims responsibility for firing
Gurugram: Hours after unidentified attackers opened fire outside the residence of YouTuber Elvish Yadav in Haryana's Gurugram, an Instagram post surfaced in which the 'Bhau Gang' claimed responsibility for the attack. According to police, three bike-borne assailants sprayed over two dozen bullets at Yadav's house between 5.30 a.m. and 6 a.m. before fleeing the scene. The bullets hit the ground and the first floor of the residence, though no injuries were reported. The Instagram post, featuring two gun illustrations and the text 'BHAU GANG SINCE 2020,' alleged that the attack was linked to Yadav's promotion of illegal betting apps. The gang is reportedly led by Portugal-based fugitive gangster Himanshu Bhau. In the post, the alleged members wrote: "Today, the bullets that were fired at Elvish Yadav's house were fired by us, Neeraj Faridpur and Bhau Ritoliya. Today, we have introduced ourselves to him. He has ruined many homes by promoting betting. And all these social media bugs, we are warning that if anyone is found promoting betting, they can get a call or a bullet at any time. So all those who are into betting, be ready." So far, there is no official confirmation linking the online claim to the attack. Bigg Boss OTT winner Yadav, who lives on the second and third floors, was not present during the attack. His caretaker and some family members were inside at the time, but no one was injured. "Today, on 17.08.2025, at around 5:30/6:00 a.m., some unknown persons fired at a house under the jurisdiction of Police Station Sector-56, Gurugram. No person has been shot in this incident," Gurugram Police said in a statement. Additionally, the attackers are absconding. Police teams rushed to the spot, gathered forensic evidence, and began scanning CCTV footage from nearby areas. Officials said legal action is being initiated, and further investigation will proceed once Yadav's family registers a formal complaint. The father of the YouTuber said he had not received any threats before the incident. Yadav is currently outside Haryana for work. According to the investigation so far, the attack was carried out by three individuals riding a motorcycle. Multiple police teams are stationed at the site to track down the assailants. Yadav has been surrounded by controversies since he was arrested over allegations of using snake venom as a recreational drug at parties he allegedly organised.
