Toy Drone Incident at Amritsar Jail: Children identified as operators, investigation underway
After conducting a thorough search of the surrounding area, police teams discovered that the toy drone had been operated by two children.
Amritsar, June 12: In an incident that raised security concerns, a toy drone landed within the premises of Amritsar central jail during the night between Sunday and Monday. The occurrence prompted immediate action from paramilitary forces, central jail staff, and Punjab Police, who were put on high alert amid suspicions of a potential attack by gangsters or terrorists.
As news of the incident spread, city police officials swiftly responded by rushing to the jail and securing all entry and exit points. The situation demanded a thorough search operation to ensure the safety and security of the jail premises.
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At approximately 2 am, the vigilant staff discovered the toy drone. In an effort to gather more information, police teams began investigating the nearby area and eventually identified the operators as two children. It appeared that the drone had inadvertently gone out of control, leading to its landing within the jail compound and triggering alarm bells.
Taking immediate action, the police detained the children's father for questioning. Authorities are keen to understand the circumstances surrounding the incident and ascertain any potential risks or motives behind the operation of the toy drone. It is likely that a case will be registered against the father following the ongoing investigation.
While details regarding the incident remain limited, both the police and jail authorities have chosen to remain tight-lipped. This decision may be motivated by the need to ensure the integrity of the investigation or to avoid unnecessary panic among the public.
As the investigation progresses, it is anticipated that further information will be disclosed, shedding light on the motive and potential implications of the toy drone's presence within the Amritsar central jail. Authorities will continue to prioritize the safety of the facility and take necessary measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
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