#JustIn: Delhi Police Arrest Mysuru-Based Accused In Hoax Bomb Threat Case
Arrest follows hoax threats that triggered panic and widespread security checks in Delhi.
Delhi Police have arrested a man from Mysuru for allegedly sending a series of hoax bomb threats targeting government offices, schools, and courts, triggering panic and security alerts across multiple locations. The accused, identified as Srinivas, was apprehended following a coordinated operation by Delhi Police with assistance from local police in Mysuru.
Investigators said the suspect had been sending multiple threatening emails over a short period, warning of explosions at key institutions. These messages led to widespread alarm and emergency responses, including evacuations and bomb disposal checks at several sites.
According to officials, the breakthrough came after cyber surveillance and technical analysis traced the origin of the emails to Mysuru. Acting on these inputs, a special police team conducted a raid at the suspect’s residence in the city and took him into custody. Authorities also seized electronic devices, including a laptop and multiple SIM cards, believed to have been used to send the hoax messages.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the accused used digital tools, including internet-based communication methods, to mask his identity and location. Police sources said such techniques initially made it difficult to trace the sender, but sustained monitoring and cyber forensics helped pinpoint the origin of the threats.The suspect is expected to be taken to New Delhi on a transit remand for further questioning, as authorities attempt to determine the motive behind the threats and whether he acted alone. Investigators are also examining if the accused has any links to similar incidents reported in recent months.
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The case comes amid a broader rise in hoax bomb threats across India, particularly targeting public institutions such as courts, schools, and government offices. These incidents, while often found to be false alarms, have caused significant disruption and stretched security resources, prompting calls for stricter cyber monitoring and deterrent action against offenders.Officials have reiterated that hoax threats are treated as serious criminal offences due to their potential to create panic and divert critical emergency services. The arrest is being seen as a key step in addressing the growing trend of such threats and reinforcing accountability through swift investigative action.
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