The Coimbatore district collectorate was once again thrown into a state of high alert on Thursday after receiving a bomb threat via email from an unidentified source. This marks the 21st time in recent months that the key administrative office has been targeted with such a hoax, raising serious concerns about security and the misuse of digital platforms.
Immediate Police Response and Search Operation
Upon receiving the threatening email, authorities did not take any chances. The Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS) and the K9 dog squad of the Coimbatore City Police were immediately dispatched to the scene. The teams conducted a thorough and meticulous search of the entire collectorate premises. After the exhaustive operation, the police officially declared the threat to be a hoax, allowing normal functions to resume.
A Persistent Pattern and Ongoing Investigation
A senior police officer involved in the case emphasized that every threat, regardless of its credibility, is treated with utmost seriousness. "We cannot ignore such emails," the officer stated, explaining the rationale behind the swift search action. The officer further revealed that the city's cybercrime police wing is actively investigating the repeated threats. Experts are being consulted, and the police are exploring various technical angles to trace the origin of the emails and identify the individual or group responsible for this alarming series of hoaxes.
Security Implications and Public Concern
The repeated nature of these threats—now numbering 21 separate incidents—points to a calculated attempt to disrupt administrative work and strain police resources. Each hoax triggers a full-scale security protocol, diverting personnel and causing anxiety. The incident underscores the growing challenge law enforcement faces in combating cyber-enabled crimes that have real-world consequences. The investigation continues as authorities work to put an end to this disruptive campaign against the Coimbatore district collectorate.
