Pune Police Confirm Bomb-Like Object at Hospital Had No Explosives
Bomb-like object at hospital had no explosives: Pune police chief
Hindustan Times
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Pune Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar announced that a bomb-like object found at Usha Kiran Hospital in Hadapsar contained no explosives. The suspect, Shivaji Rathod, allegedly crafted the device to threaten the hospital over a hefty medical bill. He has been arrested, and police ruled out any terror motive.
- 01The suspect, Shivaji Rathod, is a 30-year-old resident of Manjari, Pune, originally from Solapur district.
- 02Rathod was arrested at Nagpur railway station after police traced his movements following the incident.
- 03The suspicious device was reported by a doctor at the hospital, leading to an emergency evacuation.
- 04Police found a digital clock kit at Rathod's home, which was allegedly used to create the bomb-like object.
- 05Surveillance has been increased around hospitals and public spaces in Pune as a precaution.
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Pune Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar confirmed that a bomb-like object discovered at Usha Kiran Hospital in Hadapsar posed no explosive threat. The object, reported by a doctor, led to a swift evacuation and a significant police response. The suspect, Shivaji Rathod, aged 30, allegedly fashioned the device after watching instructional videos online, intending to extort money from the hospital due to a large medical bill. He was arrested at Nagpur railway station after police tracked his movements. Investigators found a digital clock kit at his residence, which was used to assemble the device. Following the incident, police intensified surveillance around hospitals and public areas in Pune. The police have registered a case under several sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), including those related to attempted murder and negligent conduct with explosive substances. Forensic tests confirmed that the object contained no explosives, alleviating immediate security concerns.
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The incident has heightened security measures around hospitals in Pune, ensuring the safety of patients and staff.
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