A bomb threat received via email led to the swift evacuation and a thorough search of the Bandra magistrate court in Mumbai on Thursday morning. The alarming message prompted immediate action from local law enforcement and specialist units.
Swift Police Response to the Threat
Upon receiving the threatening email, teams from the Nirmal Nagar police station and the bomb detection and disposal squad (BDDS) rushed to the court premises. The area was quickly evacuated as a precautionary measure while security personnel conducted a meticulous inspection of the building and its surroundings.
No Suspicious Items Found
After an extensive search operation, the authorities confirmed that no suspicious object was found on the premises. The all-clear was given, allowing normal activities to resume at the court. This incident was not isolated, as similar threat emails were also received at the Bombay High Court and the Esplanade court in south Mumbai. Both those locations were also checked, with nothing untoward discovered.
Investigation Launched to Trace Source
The Mumbai Police have initiated a full-scale investigation into the matter. The primary objectives are to trace the digital origin of the threatening email, identify the individual or group responsible for sending it, and ascertain the motive behind causing such disruption. Such hoax threats consume critical police resources and create unnecessary panic among the public.
Authorities are examining the technical details of the email to gather clues about the sender. The police have reiterated that making such threats is a serious offence and those found guilty will face stringent legal action.
