The Udupi district court in Karnataka received its third hoax bomb threat in recent months on Monday, according to police officials. An anonymous email was sent to the court's official email account early in the morning, claiming that a bomb had been planted inside the court complex.
Police Response and Investigation
Upon receiving the alert, local police immediately initiated a thorough search of the premises. The bomb squad and sniffer dogs were deployed to scan the court building and surrounding areas. After a detailed inspection, police confirmed that the threat was a hoax. No suspicious objects or explosives were found anywhere in the complex.
This marks the third such incident targeting the Udupi court this year. Previous hoax threats were reported in February and April, both of which also turned out to be false alarms. Police are investigating the origin of the email and are working to trace the sender.
Impact on Court Proceedings
Despite the threat, court proceedings continued without major disruption. Security was heightened temporarily, but normal operations resumed shortly after the all-clear was given. Officials stated that standard security protocols were followed and that no panic was reported among staff or visitors.
According to a senior police officer, “The email appears to be a malicious attempt to cause inconvenience. We are taking this seriously and will take strict action against those responsible.” The police are coordinating with cybercrime experts to track the IP address and email headers used in the threat.
Security Measures and Public Advisory
In response to repeated threats, the district court administration has decided to review and strengthen security measures. Additional CCTV cameras and security personnel may be deployed. The public has been advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity. Police have also urged the media to avoid sensationalizing such incidents to prevent copycat attempts.
The Udupi district court handles a significant number of civil and criminal cases daily, making security a top priority. Authorities have assured that all necessary steps are being taken to ensure the safety of court users and staff.
