Panic Erupts at Muzaffarpur Civil Court Due to Bomb Threat Email
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Patna, March 26 (NationPress) A highly charged atmosphere unfolded on Thursday at the Muzaffarpur Civil Court complex following a bomb threat email that incited fear among lawyers, personnel, and visitors.
Officials reported that a dubious email was dispatched to the District Judge’s official email around 11:30 a.m., claiming that an explosive device had been concealed within the court premises. In response, the administration acted promptly, enhancing security measures and evacuating the entire complex as a precautionary step.
Law enforcement and administrative teams swiftly arrived at the location, establishing a secure perimeter and ensuring that all individuals were safely evacuated from the premises. Judicial activities were halted for the morning session due to the heightened security alert.
Advocate Rajesh Kumar noted that the suspension of court operations was communicated through WhatsApp groups. Many attorneys discovered their offices shut, with explicit directives to vacate the area.
Another attorney, Sanjay Prasad, voiced concerns regarding the incident, highlighting the increasing frequency of such threats in Bihar, which raises significant questions about security protocols.
Authorities are taking this matter with the utmost seriousness, and an investigation is currently in progress to ascertain the credibility of the threat and identify its source.
Teams from the bomb disposal unit and canine squads have arrived at the court complex and are conducting a rigorous search operation. Every nook and cranny of the premises is being meticulously examined for any suspicious or unattended items.
“At this moment, no suspicious items have been located, but all developments are being monitored closely,” stated the DSP. He urged the public not to succumb to rumors and to cooperate with authorities until the security assessments are completed.
Officials have also pointed out that in recent months, various courts across Bihar have received similar bomb threats, often leading to panic and disruption of judicial functions.
Security agencies remain vigilant, taking every threat seriously to guarantee public safety and uphold order within court premises.