Police Arrest 43-Year-Old Man in Mumbai for Hoax Bomb Threat, Linked to 79 Previous Calls
In a recent development, the Mumbai Police apprehended a 43-year-old man for making a hoax bomb threat to the authorities. Identified as Rukhsar Ahmed, a tailor by profession, he dialed the control room number late on Saturday night, claiming that a 100-kg bomb had been planted in Mumbai. The police promptly launched an investigation and later arrested Ahmed from his residence in the Melvani area of Mumbai.
Ahmed has been booked under several sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), including the section pertaining to criminal intimidation. However, during the course of the interrogation, it was revealed that Ahmed had made a staggering 79 calls to the control room of the Mumbai Police over the past five months, where he had expressed various grievances on multiple issues. A crime branch official disclosed that Ahmed appeared to be mentally unstable, leading to further inquiries into his mental state.
This incident follows a similar case in June, where the Mumbai Police arrested a 19-year-old man from Puducherry after he allegedly made a call to the Haryana police, warning them about bomb blasts at international airports in Mumbai and Delhi. It was later determined that the call was a hoax. The suspect, identified as Jatin Prajapati, was caught in Puducherry after the police traced his location using his mobile phone.
Hoax bomb threats cause panic and disrupt the normal functioning of law enforcement agencies. They divert valuable resources and divert the attention of authorities from genuine threats and emergencies. Such acts not only waste time and cause anxiety amongst the public but can also have serious legal consequences, as demonstrated by the arrests of Ahmed and Prajapati.
The Mumbai Police has resolved to take strict action against such offenders. This includes implementing tougher penalties to deter individuals from engaging in such activities and ensuring the safety and security of the city. The police force is also working on improving their system to identify and track such hoax calls swiftly and efficiently.
It is of utmost importance for the public to realize the gravity of making hoax bomb threats and the potential harm they can cause to society. Such acts not only disrupt daily life but also create an atmosphere of fear and apprehension. By working together, law enforcement agencies and the public can ensure the safety and security of their cities and communities.
As investigations into these incidents continue, the focus remains on maintaining a balance between protecting public safety and upholding the principles of justice. Authorities strive to identify the root causes behind such actions, with mental instability being one potential factor, while also sending a strong message that such acts will not be tolerated.
The arrests of Ahmed and Prajapati serve as a reminder that making hoax bomb threats is a serious offense and will be met with severe consequences. The Mumbai Police urges citizens to stay vigilant, report any suspicious activities, and refrain from engaging in or promoting such behavior.
