- KR Bharat
- 2025-12-22
A 26-year-old Indian-origin Singaporean man has been charged for staging a fake explosive threat at a church in Singapore, which led to the cancellation of all services for the day. Police clarified that the incident was not terror-related, though it caused significant public alarm.
According to Channel News Asia, the accused, Kokulananthan Mohan, was charged on Monday under Regulation 8(2)(a) of the United Nations (Anti-Terrorism Measures) Regulations for making a false terrorist threat. The incident occurred on Sunday at St Joseph’s Church, located along Upper Bukit Timah Road, an area known for its upscale residential neighbourhoods.
Authorities acted after a suspicious item was discovered at the church premises, prompting immediate security measures and the cancellation of all scheduled religious services. Mohan was arrested shortly after investigations began.
Police stated that preliminary findings indicate the act was not linked to terrorism. The accused has been remanded for psychiatric evaluation, and investigations are ongoing. If convicted, he could face severe penalties, including a lengthy prison term, under Singapore’s strict anti-terrorism laws.
The incident raised concerns over public safety and the misuse of terror-related threats, prompting authorities to reiterate that false bomb threats are treated with utmost seriousness due to the potential risk to public order and security.
