A man from Ghaziabad in Uttar Pradesh has been arrested for sending a bomb threat email to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) headquarters in Bengaluru, police said on July 3, 2026. Investigation revealed that the accused has a history of mental illness.
ISRO receives bomb threat email
According to police, the ISRO headquarters received an email claiming that a bomb had been planted at the facility. Taking the complaint seriously, police immediately rushed to the location and conducted a thorough inspection.
During the search, no suspicious objects or circumstances as mentioned in the email were found, confirming that the message was a hoax. Based on a complaint by the ISRO administrative officer, a case was registered at the Sanjay Nagar police station, and a special investigation team was formed to trace the accused.
Accused traced using digital evidence
Using technical analysis and digital evidence, the team traced the individual to Ghaziabad, where he was identified and taken into custody. An electronic device used by the accused was seized and examined, confirming that he had sent the threatening email to the ISRO headquarters.
"During further inquiry, it was found that the individual was mentally ill. The electronic device used to commit the offence has been seized, and further investigation is in progress," the police statement said.
Background of the accused
The accused, whose name has not been disclosed, is a resident of Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. Police are investigating his background and any possible motives behind the hoax threat. The case highlights the challenge of dealing with false threats, which can divert resources and cause unnecessary alarm.
Authorities have urged the public to refrain from making such threats, as they are criminal offences and can lead to severe legal consequences. The investigation is ongoing.
