India, Feb. 27 -- Maharashtra Crime Investigation Department (CID) said its probe into the Learjet 45 crash in Baramati on January 28, which killed deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar and four others, is centred on establishing whether the incident was a case of sabotage, criminal negligence or a tragic accident. No angle has been ruled out at this stage, the agency said.

The aircraft is operated by private charter company Delhi-based VSR Ventures.

The CID made the announcement at its headquarters in Pashan in Pune amid a rash of allegations, including claims that VSR Ventures did not follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and pressure mounting for an independent inquiry. Concerns escalated on Tuesday, when four of the company's aircr...