In Brief
- Two arrested in Gujarat for involvement in inter-state bomb threat network.
- Over 5,13,847 email IDs and passwords recovered from an accused's devices.
- Investigation reveals extensive data misuse for threatening activities.
- Police are probing further to dismantle the network and ensure public safety.
Gujarat police have apprehended two suspects in connection with an inter-state bomb threat network, officials confirmed. The arrests mark a significant breakthrough in ongoing investigations to curb digital and physical security threats across state boundaries.
Authorities recovered devices belonging to one of the accused containing a massive trove of 5,13,847 email IDs and associated passwords, indicating extensive data breach and misuse. This discovery points towards a coordinated attempt to issue bomb threats using hijacked online identities.
A senior police official stated that the investigation is focused on tracing the origin and reach of these threats, and identifying other possible accomplices involved in the network. Steps are underway to enhance cybersecurity and inter-state cooperation to prevent such incidents in the future. The police urge the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity while assuring that all necessary measures are being implemented to maintain safety and security.
