In 2002 hit-and-run case, bailable warrant cancelled against Salman Khan
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In a major relief to superstar, the Mumbai sessions court has canceled bailable warrant against Salman Khan in connection with the 2002 hit-and-run case, on Saturday. The warrant was issued after the Bollywood superstar had failed to appear before the court to furnish surety as per the Supreme Court's directive. The government's appeal against Salman's acquittal in the 16-year-old-case is pending before the apex court.
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Huge relief for Salman Khan
2002 Hit and Run case: Mumbai Sessions Court cancelled bailable warrant against #SalmanKhan. (file pic) pic.twitter.com/E8IRLQytQQ
— ANI (@ANI) April 21, 2018
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