Mumbai Police are currently investigating an anonymous email that threatens bomb blasts in the city within the next two days. The email, received recently, has prompted heightened security measures and a thorough investigation to ascertain the credibility of the threat and identify the sender.

Law enforcement agencies are taking the matter seriously and are working to trace the origin of the email. The investigation involves technical analysis of the email's metadata, including the IP address, to identify the sender's location and any other identifying information. A special team has been formed to specifically probe these emails and the threats they contain.

In recent times, Mumbai has been subject to a series of bomb threats, many of which turned out to be hoaxes. These incidents have targeted various establishments, including airports, schools, hospitals, and even the US Consulate. In February 2024, an FIR was filed after a threatening email was sent to the US Consulate in Mumbai, with the sender claiming to be an absconding US citizen threatening to blow up the consulate and kill US citizens working there. Earlier in January 2024, several museums in Mumbai, including the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum, received similar threatening emails, prompting investigations and searches.

These repeated incidents, even when deemed hoaxes, cause disruption, panic, and divert significant police resources. They also highlight the challenges faced by law enforcement in distinguishing credible threats from those intended to cause disruption and fear.

The current investigation will likely involve coordination with cybercrime experts to analyze the email and track its source. Mumbai Police are also likely reviewing security protocols at key locations across the city, including public transportation hubs, shopping centers, and government buildings. Public cooperation is also crucial, and citizens are urged to report any suspicious activity or information that could assist the investigation.

The police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against unidentified persons, invoking relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) pertaining to criminal intimidation and circulating rumors intended to cause public fear or alarm. These sections allow law enforcement to take stringent action against individuals found to be making such threats.

While investigations are underway, it is important to remain calm and vigilant. The Mumbai Police are committed to ensuring the safety and security of the city and are taking all necessary steps to address the threat.