**Medical Student Arrested for Hoax Bomb Threat to College**
A medical student was apprehended by Ullal police on Saturday for allegedly making a hoax bomb threat against her medical college and hospital on June 4. The post-graduate student reportedly made the call to evade attending a seminar.
On the morning of June 4, around 8:45 AM, the hospital received five bomb threat calls from an unidentified individual claiming that explosives had been planted on the premises. This alarming situation led to a significant security response at the private hospital located in Deralakatte, causing panic among doctors, staff, and patients.
In response to the threats, nearly 30 personnel, including members of the Bomb Disposal Squad and Dog Squad, were deployed to conduct a thorough search of the hospital. The extensive operation lasted for 10 hours, covering the main building and parking areas, but ultimately no explosives or suspicious items were discovered.
Following the incident, the medical student filed a complaint, which initially led to a case being registered under Sections 352(2) and 352(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023 at the Ullal Police Station. However, subsequent forensic and technical investigations revealed that she was responsible for the bomb threat calls, allegedly made to avoid presenting a paper at the seminar.
The police took her into custody, and the mobile phone used to make the calls was seized as evidence. The Ullal police are continuing their investigation into the matter.
**FAQ**
*What are the consequences of making a hoax bomb threat?*
Making a hoax bomb threat can lead to serious legal repercussions, including arrest and charges under criminal law, which may result in fines or imprisonment.