Panic in Italy: False bomb threats in 300 schools

Italian authorities report no explosive devices were found after hundreds of schools were evacuated following email bomb threats.

A wave of coordinated bomb threats led to the evacuation of at least 300 schools across Italy, according to reports on Wednesday by the Jerusalem Post and the Greek outlet Macedonian Press Agency. The threats were disseminated via email, prompting the activation of emergency procedures and the evacuation of educational institutions throughout the country.

An Italian government source stated that checks conducted by security forces showed no evidence that the threats were credible, and no explosive devices were located. Local police have launched an investigation into the suspected organized intimidation campaign. Further details have not yet been released.