Hoax Bomb Threat Triggers Security Scare at Bengaluru Airport
Terror email warns of explosives under “Plan A” and “Plan B”; thorough search finds no bombs

Bengaluru’s Kempegowda Airport was placed under high alert after a hoax bomb threat email claimed explosives were planted; no devices found.
The Kempegowda International Airport was subjected to heightened security protocols after a hoax bomb threat was received by the airport security force, police sources said on Thursday. According to sources, the email, sent on Wednesday night in the name of a terrorist, warned of two bombs being planted--one as part of "Plan A" and a backup under "Plan B" in case the first one failed.
It also claimed that an explosive device had been placed inside a pipeline in the airport toilet. Security agencies conducted a comprehensive inspection of the premises. After detailed checks, officials confirmed that no explosives were found and termed the threat a hoax. A case has been registered against the sender of the email IDs used to send the threat, and a formal investigation is underway.
( Source : PTI )
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