Bengaluru: In a major breakthrough, Delhi Police has apprehended a 47-year-old man accused of orchestrating a massive wave of hoax bomb threats that rattled schools, courts, and government offices across India.
The accused, identified as Srinivas Louis, was taken into custody from Mysuru, Karnataka, during a coordinated operation involving central and local law enforcement teams. Officials confirmed that he had been living in a rented residence and was tracked down after an extensive investigation into a series of alarming messages that triggered panic in multiple states.
Authorities revealed that the accused allegedly sent more than 1,100 fake bomb threats using emails and other digital communication platforms. The messages targeted prominent institutions, including courts and educational establishments, forcing repeated evacuations and security drills.
The arrest follows a surge in similar threats in the national capital, where key locations such as the Delhi High Court and legislative premises had recently received alarming alerts, prompting heightened security measures.
Investigators disclosed that Louis, a postgraduate by qualification, is originally from Bengaluru and currently unemployed. He resides with his mother, a retired government employee. During questioning, he reportedly admitted to sending the threats. Officials suspect that mental stress may have played a role in his actions, though further psychological evaluation is likely.
Law enforcement agencies across several states had registered multiple cases in connection with the threats, making the investigation complex and wide-ranging. Officials emphasized that such hoax messages not only create fear but also divert critical security resources from genuine emergencies.
The accused is now in custody, and further investigation is underway to determine the full extent of his activities and any possible accomplices.
