Udupi Court Faces Third Hoax Bomb Threat in a Week

Police in Udupi district received a third hoax bomb threat against the Udupi district court, heightening security protocols after a similar warning earlier this month.

The threat arrived as a phone call, claiming a bomb had been placed outside the court building. The police immediately initiated a lockdown, dispatched bomb disposal teams, and temporarily closed the courthouse to ensure public safety. This alert follows a false alarm on March 18 and another bogus call last week, raising concerns over persistent misinformation campaigns targeting the judicial system.

In response, authorities have bolstered security by stationing additional officers around the court, setting up controlled entry points, and conducting emergency drills with courtroom personnel. The cumulative effect of the repeated threats has strained resources and underscored the need for a coordinated threat assessment framework. Source: Google News – Udupi.