Mumbai police have launched an investigation after receiving a message on social media about “possible disruptions” at the World Cup semi-final between India and New Zealand in the city on Wednesday, an official said.
The threat was posted on X on Tuesday, tagging the official control of the Mumbai police. It also contained the symbol of a handgun, hand grenades and bullets, the official said. After the threat, police maintained strict surveillance at the Wankhede Stadium. , where the match will kick off at 2:00 p. m. on Wednesday, as well as in the surrounding area, the police official said. Mumbai police have launched an investigation into the case and the criminal branch is also involved in the investigation, he added.
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