Patna: Patna Civil Court received a bomb threat through email on Friday, prompting police and security agencies to launch a security operation at the premises. The court complex was being evacuated as a precaution while teams searched different areas.
The information led to heightened security around the court, with the movement of people being controlled as the search operation continued.
Police And Security Teams Search Premises
According to police personnel deployed at the court’s main gate, information about the threatening email was received in the morning. Authorities immediately stepped up security and began checking the premises.
Security personnel are conducting searches across different sections of the court complex to identify any possible security risk. The inspection is being carried out as a precautionary measure following the threat.
No Suspicious Object Found So Far
Police said that no suspicious object had been found during the initial search. However, security teams continued checking the premises to ensure that all areas were properly inspected.
The authorities have maintained heightened vigilance until the security assessment is completed.
Lawyers And Staff Asked To Remain Alert
The threat caused concern among lawyers, court employees and other people associated with the court. The evacuation and security checks were undertaken to prevent any potential risk while the authorities assessed the situation.
Police are also examining the threatening email as part of the investigation to establish its source and authenticity.
Earlier Threats Also Reported
Patna Civil Court has faced similar email-based threats in the past, prompting security checks and evacuations. Authorities have therefore responded to the latest warning with additional security measures.
The investigation into the latest email threat is underway, while security personnel continue to monitor and search the court complex.
