Bomb threat at airport: FIR against unidentified persons
ACP Chakeri Abhishek Pandey said that during the investigation it was found that the email was sent via a private server licensed in a Northern European country.
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"The investigation is ongoing to trace the email's origin," the ACP added.
On Sunday morning, the airport director got an email threatening to bomb 18 airports, including Chakeri Airport in Kanpur. The airport authorities promptly notified the police after which the police, in collaboration with CISF, enhanced security measures.
Extensive searches were conducted at the terminal building, runway, parking areas, and surrounding premises.
Sniffer dogs and bomb detection squads were deployed as part of the security measures.
The airport authorities also implemented additional security measures, such as enhanced passenger screening, increased patrolling, and stricter access control to sensitive areas. All vehicles entering the airport premises were thoroughly inspected and additional personnel ere deployed at key locations.
Similar threats were received at other airports of the country also, leading to a countrywide security alert.
The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) issued advisory guidelines to all the airports to maintain heightened vigilance. The local police investigation team is reviewing CCTV footage from the airport and surrounding areas as a precautionary measure.
Airport operations continued as usual, although passengers were advised to arrive early due to increased security checks. Authorities assured the public that all necessary steps were being taken to ensure the safety and security of passengers and airport infrastructure.
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