Shockwaves in Lucknow: 10 Hotels Face Terrifying Bomb Threats with Rs 46 Lakh Ransom Demand
On October 27, several prestigious hotels in Lucknow, including the Marriott, Fortune Park BBD, and The Piccadilly, received a chilling bomb threat via email. The sender demanded a ransom of $55,000 (approximately Rs 46 lakh), claiming explosives were placed in a black bag on the ground floor of these establishments.
At least ten hotels, such as Saraca Hotel, Comfort Hotel Vista, Clerk Awadh, Dayal Gateway, and Hotel Sylvette, were reportedly targeted in this threat, which warned that any attempt to defuse the devices would trigger an explosion. The perpetrator provided an email address, shaikha.nasser20077@gmail.com, for ransom communications.
The incident occurs amid a spate of recent hoax bomb threats affecting airlines, causing significant disruptions to flights and passenger plans. In response to these threats, the central government is contemplating stricter amendments to civil aviation safety laws, potentially introducing severe penalties, including life imprisonment and no-fly lists.
This alarming situation calls for heightened security measures and swift action to identify and apprehend those responsible. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation to ensure public safety and prevent further threats.
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Publish Date: 2024-10-28 01:57:00
