Bomb Scare at Enforcement Directorate: A Hoax Unveiled

An e-mail falsely claiming a bomb threat at the Enforcement Directorate's office in Shastri Bhavan led to a thorough search by the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad. The scare was later confirmed as a hoax, prompting relief among local authorities.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Chennai | Updated: 31-10-2025 17:22 IST | Created: 31-10-2025 17:22 IST
Bomb Scare at Enforcement Directorate: A Hoax Unveiled
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An e-mail alleging the presence of a bomb at the Enforcement Directorate office in Shastri Bhavan caused a stir, as the city police reported on Friday. The perceived threat led to a swift response from the law enforcement.

A team from the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS), accompanied by a sniffer dog, quickly mobilized to the ED's southern regional office in Nungambakkam. The premises underwent a thorough search operation.

A senior police official confirmed that the threat was unfounded, determining it was a hoax. The incident highlighted the efficiency of the response teams and underscored the impacts of false alarms.

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