BANGKOK — An IT staff member at an international school in Bangkok has been arrested for fabricating a bomb threat after an investigation revealed he created a false email threat in response to potential termination of his employment.
The incident unfolded on December 9 when Jessada, an IT employee at the international school located in Saphan Sung district, reported receiving an allegedly threatening email at 9:15 AM. The email, written in English, contained religious-themed threats about bombing the school.
According to Police Colonel Surapong Putkhao, Commander of Prawet Police Station, the report prompted an immediate evacuation of approximately 970 students. A thorough sweep of the premises was conducted by Metropolitan Police Bureau Division 4, alongside EOD specialists and police canine units. After a 90-minute search, no explosive devices or suspicious objects were found.
Further investigation by the Metropolitan Police Division 4 and Prawet Police Station revealed that Jessada had fabricated the threat. During questioning, he admitted to creating the false email due to concerns about his job security. The school’s director disclosed that Jessada was under review following the disappearance of approximately 32 pieces of IT equipment, including computers and iPads, under his supervision.
“The school was in the process of reviewing his employment status due to concerns about missing equipment,” the school’s director stated. “We believe he may have been involved in the disappearance of these devices, and the school administration was preparing to follow standard disciplinary procedures.”
Jessada is currently in police custody and faces charges of filing a false police report. The case will be processed through the Prawet Police Station for further legal proceedings.
The incident caused significant disruption to school operations, with all students being sent home by 2:30 PM on the day of the threat. School operations have since returned to normal with standard security measures in place.
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