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Crime
Bomb Threat Received Against Amritsar Police Commissioner’s Office
✍️ Amar Ujala · Amritsar
🗓 12 Oct 2026, 06:46 PM
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A bomb threat targeting the Amritsar Police Commissioner’s office was reported, prompting heightened security and a police investigation.
Amritsar police officials confirmed that a bomb threat was received against the office of the city’s Police Commissioner. The alert was logged early on, and the premises were immediately secured while officers conducted a sweep for any suspicious devices.
The commissioner’s office was placed under lockdown, and nearby streets were cordoned off to ensure public safety. No explosive material has been found so far, and there have been no reports of injuries or damage.
Law enforcement agencies have launched a probe to trace the source of the threat. Senior officials emphasized that any attempt to intimidate the police will be met with strict legal action.
Residents were advised to cooperate with authorities and avoid the restricted area until the investigation is concluded. The police continue to monitor the situation closely and will update the public as new information emerges.
The commissioner’s office was placed under lockdown, and nearby streets were cordoned off to ensure public safety. No explosive material has been found so far, and there have been no reports of injuries or damage.
Law enforcement agencies have launched a probe to trace the source of the threat. Senior officials emphasized that any attempt to intimidate the police will be met with strict legal action.
Residents were advised to cooperate with authorities and avoid the restricted area until the investigation is concluded. The police continue to monitor the situation closely and will update the public as new information emerges.