Lithuanian schools received hundreds of threatening messages about alleged explosives

On Monday, when schools held an important state examination, more than 200 threatening emails were received. Police found no dangerous objects.

Lithuanian schools received hundreds of threatening messages about alleged explosives

Lithuanian schools received hundreds of threatening messages about alleged explosives

On Monday, when an important state examination was held in schools across the country, educational institutions received hundreds of threatening messages. Electronic emails stated that explosive devices had been placed in buildings. Nevertheless, no dangerous objects were found during searches, and teaching and examination continued without disruption.

This is reported by 15min.

The following day, threats continued to flood various organisations. According to a police department statement, the emails were written in Russian. They claimed that buildings were mined and explosions would occur within hours. By morning, law enforcement received approximately forty such messages. The information is being verified, but no real danger has been established so far.

Officers urge the public to remain calm and to observe the situation carefully.

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