Bomb Threat at US Consulate Linked to Visa Rejection
A Hoax Bomb Threat at the US Consulate in Mumbai
The US Consulate in Mumbai received a bomb threat. The Bomb Disposal and Detection Squad (BDDS) searched the building. They found no bomb.
What Happened
- The threat call came in at 8:40 PM on a Saturday.
- Police traced the caller the next day.
- The caller was upset about his US visa rejection.
How the Police Reacted
The night security officer at the US Consulate took the call. The BKC police and BDDS quickly responded. The caller had warned of a blast at the consulate. After a thorough search, the police declared it a hoax.
Who Made the Call
The call came from the consulate’s office landline. It was linked to a young man, aged between 23 and 25. His visa application was recently rejected. The police have filed charges against him for mischief and criminal intimidation. No arrest had been made as of Sunday night.
