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Bomb Threat to Vijay’s Chennai Home Declared Hoax
Police in Chennai received a bomb threat on Thursday targeting the Neelankarai residence of actor-politician and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay. The anonymous caller claimed that a bomb had been planted, leading to an immediate security response and the deployment of bomb squads.
Investigation and Findings
The Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad thoroughly inspected the property but found no explosives. Officials later confirmed that the call was a hoax. Police have launched a manhunt to trace the individual responsible for the false alarm.
Pattern of Similar Threats
This is the latest in a series of false bomb threats made in Chennai against high-profile individuals and institutions, including the offices of state leaders and prominent organisations. None of these incidents have resulted in actual attacks, but they have caused significant disruption.
Political Context
The hoax threat comes just days after a deadly crowd crush at Vijay’s rally in Karur, which killed 41 people. With political tensions still high, police are on alert to prevent further panic or disorder linked to such threats.
