THE National Bureau of Investigation has been ordered to conduct a thorough investigation into the reported bomb threats sent via email to multiple government agencies and local government units.
Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla said the sender, under the name “Takahiro Karasawa,” claimed to be a Japanese attorney associated with the “Steadiness Law Office” and purportedly possessing expertise in bomb-making.
In the emails, Karasawa threatened the detonation of bombs targeting major Philippine government institutions around 3:34 pm on February 12, 2024.
“We condemn any attempt to induce panic or spread fear among our citizens. Those responsible should understand that we will pursue legal action to the fullest extent,” warned Remulla.
Reports of these threats circulated widely on social media platforms, prompting the closure of some schools and government offices, including the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).
At 3:50 a.m. on February 12, the Department of Education (DepEd) in Bataan received the alarming message.
“I have planted high-performance explosives in major Philippine government offices. These explosives are set to detonate at approximately 3:34 p.m. on February 12. Unlike prior threats, these will result in casualties,” wrote Karasawa.
As a precautionary measure, DepEd Bataan suspended classes in public schools.
