A bomb scare unfolded at the Federal Environment Ministry in Berlin, Germany, on Wednesday due to an unexpected culprit—an e-cigarette. During a routine X-ray screening of bulkier mail items, a suspicious object was detected, leading to swift action by the ministry. Police on high alert swiftly sealed off the premises, allowing a specialized team to meticulously examine the package.
E-Cigarette Triggers Bomb Scare at Federal Environment Ministry in Berlin, Germany
An e-cigarette set off a bomb scare at the Federal Environment Ministry in Berlin, Germany. The incident unfolded unexpectedly, with the discovery of the cigarette during routine X-ray screening of larger mail items. As a result, security measures were swiftly implemented, leading to the sealing of the premises while a specialized team assessed the situation.
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According to official reports, the detected item was, in fact, an e-cigarette that had been sent to the ministry by a concerned citizen. Evidently, this citizen sought to express their frustration over the careless disposal of cigarette devices in their yard. Although e-cigarettes are not only known for health risks and adverse environmental impacts but also featured in this peculiar security episode, they were ultimately deemed harmless. Subsequently, the security alarm was lifted, and normal operations resumed.
Source: Spiegel Online