Bomb Threat in 40 Delhi Schools, $30,000 Ransom Demanded

Aakhir Tak – In Shorts

1. Bomb threats were emailed to 40 schools in Delhi late Sunday night.
2. The threats demanded $30,000 to stop alleged explosions.
3. Police declared the threats a hoax after thorough inspections.
4. Schools were closed, and students were sent home as a precaution.
5. Authorities are working to identify the sender and track the email source.

Aakhir Tak – In Depth

Bomb Threat Emails Received by 40 Schools

Late Sunday night, more than 40 schools in Delhi, including DPS RK Puram and GD Goenka, received bomb threat emails. The emails claimed bombs were planted on campuses and demanded ,000 to prevent explosions.

Police Investigation and Actions

Delhi Police declared the threats a hoax after inspecting the campuses thoroughly. Efforts are underway to identify the sender and trace the IP location from where the emails originated.

Impact on Schools and Parents

The threat caused panic among parents and students. Schools were immediately shut down, and students were sent home as an emergency measure.

Similar Incidents in the Past

This incident follows a similar trend of fake bomb threats received by CRPF schools nationwide last month. All previous threats were also proven to be hoaxes.

Rising Trend of Hoax Threats

According to the Minister of State for Civil Aviation, hoax threat calls surged by 714% in 2024. October recorded 666 such calls, the highest this year.

Aakhir Tak – Key Takeaways to Remember

• 40 Delhi schools received fake bomb threats via email.
• $30,000 ransom was demanded, but no suspicious items were found.
• Schools were closed, and investigations are ongoing.
• Hoax threats have significantly increased in 2024.

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