Chaos erupted at Terminal-3 of Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI) when an object resembling a human skeleton was discovered during the screening of a bag at a security check. Upon finding this suspicious object, security agencies were alerted and the Delhi Police were hastily informed.
Police Action And Passenger Detention
DCP IGI Airport Vichitra Veer stated that a routine check of passengers' luggage was being conducted at Terminal-3. During this, what appeared to be a human skeleton was seen inside a bag in the X-ray machine. Security personnel immediately took possession of the bag and detained the passenger for questioning. As a precautionary measure, the police seized the skeleton and have sent it for forensic examination.
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Investigation Reveals Medical Demonstration Model
When the Delhi Police team arrived at the scene and investigated, it was found that it was not real human remains but a demonstration skeleton. These types of artificial skeletons are primarily used by medical students for their studies and to understand physical anatomy. Nevertheless, to fully clarify the object's authenticity, the police have sent it to the forensic science laboratory. Currently, the police are investigating the matter thoroughly.
Airport Operations Remain Normal
The airport management has clarified that the situation at the terminal returned to normal after the investigation. This did not affect the operation of any flights.