A 31-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly stabbing two security guards in Mira Road near Mumbai after questioning them about their religion and asking if they could recite the Kalma, an Islamic declaration of faith. According to police, the accused, identified as Jaib Zubair Ansari, attacked the guards when they said they could not recite it. Officials are now investigating whether the incident has any ideological or extremist links, as Ansari was found to have watched ISIS-related propaganda videos online.

The incident took place around 4 am on Sunday in Mira Road East. The two guards, Rajkumar Mishra and Subroto Sen, were on duty at an under-construction building when Ansari approached them. Police said he first asked their names and religion, and both guards responded. He then asked if they could recite the Kalma. When they said they could not, he allegedly pulled out a knife and attacked them.

Mishra suffered serious injuries in the assault, including damage to his intestines. Sen received minor injuries on his back. During the attack, Sen managed to escape and hide inside a security cabin, which likely prevented further harm. After Ansari fled the scene, Sen informed the police about the incident. Both injured guards were immediately taken to Wockhardt Hospital for treatment. Authorities confirmed that their condition is stable and they are continuing to receive medical care.

Police responded quickly after receiving information about the stabbing. A team reached the spot and began an investigation. CCTV footage from the area played a key role in identifying the accused. Within one-and-a-half hours of the attack, Ansari was traced to his rented residence in the Naya Nagar area of Mira Road East and was arrested.

A case has been registered at Naya Nagar Police Station based on Subroto Sen’s complaint. During the investigation, police examined Ansari’s background and online activity. They found that he had allegedly been watching ISIS-related propaganda videos repeatedly. This discovery raised concerns about a possible extremist influence behind the attack.

Sources revealed that Ansari had studied in the United States until 2019 before returning to India. He had been living alone in a rented apartment in Mira Road. Investigators also found that his landlord had asked him to vacate the flat by May 5. Until three to four months ago, Ansari worked as a teacher at a coaching centre, where he taught chemistry and mathematics.

Given the nature of the attack and the findings related to his online activity, the case has now been handed over to the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of Maharashtra Police. The ATS is working alongside the Naya Nagar police to examine whether the assault was an isolated act or part of a larger ideological motive. Officials are carefully looking into all possible angles to understand the intent behind the crime.

In an official statement, police appealed to citizens not to spread rumours or unverified claims about the incident. They warned that legal action would be taken against anyone circulating misinformation related to the case.

The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are focusing on gathering more evidence to determine the full context of the attack. Meanwhile, the quick response by police ensured the accused was arrested promptly, and the injured guards received timely medical care.