Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 24 (HBTV): Mumbai Police have recorded the statement of actor Saif Ali Khan in connection with the stabbing incident that occurred at his Bandra residence last week. The attack was carried out by a Bangladeshi national, officials confirmed on Friday.

According to Satyanarayan Choudhary, Joint CP of Law and Order, the actor's statement was recorded at his residence, 'Satguru Sharan,' on Thursday. 'Earlier, Kareena Kapoor's statement was also recorded by Bandra Police,' Choudhary added.

Saif Ali Khan was attacked by an intruder, later identified as Mohd Shariful Islam Shehzad, who entered his home with the intent to commit theft. After a violent confrontation, the actor sustained stab wounds to his thoracic spine and other body parts. He was immediately rushed to Lilavati Hospital for treatment following the attack.

On Wednesday, Mumbai Police discovered several fingerprints of the accused at the actor's residence in Bandra, including on the stairs, the toilet door, and the door handle of his son Jeh's room. The police believe these fingerprints will play a crucial role in the investigation.

According to the police, the accused had attempted to enter three homes before reaching Saif Ali Khan's residence. A case has been registered under sections 311, 312, 331(4), 331(6), and 331(7) of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS).

The police further revealed that the accused was attempting to flee to his native village in Bangladesh when he was detained at Hiranandani Estate in Thane. Shehzad was subsequently sent to five-day police custody by the Bandra Holiday Court on Sunday.

His advocate, Sandeep Shekhane, denied the police claims, stating that "no proper investigation" had been conducted. "A police custody for 5 days has been granted. The court has asked the police to submit a report within 5 days. The police have no proof that he is a Bangladeshi. They claimed he arrived six months ago, but that's wrong; he has been living here for over 7 years. His family is in Mumbai... This is a clear violation of 43A. No proper investigation has been done," Shekhane said in a statement to reporters.

Saif Ali Khan was discharged from Lilavati Hospital after surgery on Tuesday. Upon his return to his Bandra residence, the actor waved to the media. (ANI)