Bomb scare at MIA: Photos of suspect, vehicle released

Mangaluru: The Mangaluru police on Monday, January 20 released photo of the suspect in connection with the bomb scare at Mangaluru airport.

The police also released the pictures of the Bag, in which the bomb was found and the auto rikshaw used by the suspect to place the bomb within the airport premises.

In the photo, the suspect is seen holding a book in one hand.

An unattended bag near ticket counters of the Mangaluru airport created a bomb scare on Monday, January 20.

The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), which is maintaining the security of the airport, cordoned off the area.

An extensive search operation began with the help of bomb disposal and dog squads and metal detectors.