Jammu, 06-12-2023 : On Wednesday, a private school in Jammu found itself at the center of a security scare when it received a bomb threat via a phone call, prompting a swift response from the Jammu Police. The school, located on Residency Road in the heart of the city, witnessed a large-scale sanitization operation conducted by the police, including the deployment of a bomb disposal squad and a dog squad.
Despite the heightened security measures, the thorough searches and sanitization efforts revealed no evidence of a suspicious object on the school premises. Subsequently, the purported bomb threat was determined to be a hoax. An official statement from the police confirmed the swift action taken in response to the threat, emphasizing that extensive searches were conducted to ensure the safety of the school and its occupants.
The police acted promptly upon receiving the threat from an unidentified caller, demonstrating their commitment to ensuring the security of educational institutions and the broader community. An FIR (First Information Report) has been registered in connection with the incident, marking the initiation of a formal investigation into the source of the threat.
The school management, vigilant and responsible, promptly informed the concerned police station about the threatening phone call, triggering a coordinated response from the police force. The sanitization operation, conducted under the supervision of a senior-ranking police officer, aimed to eliminate any potential risks and reassure the school’s students and staff.
Fortunately, the situation was resolved without any disruption to the students’ daily activities. Classes continued as usual, with the authorities ensuring a safe and secure environment within the school premises. As the investigation unfolds, the police are actively working to trace the origin of the threatening call, intending to hold the responsible party accountable for their actions.