“Suspects are being sought as a result of the raid on several buildings used for highly-explosive bomb production on 14 June 2012,” he said.
“As a result of ongoing investigation and an analysis of the evidences collected from the site, police have identified several suspects. They are Radhi Ali Radhi Abdulrasoon, Jaffar Hussain Mohammed Yousif Eid and Dhafir Saleh Ali Saleh,” the Police Chief said.
“Due to the sensitivity of the investigation and the dangerous nature of the confiscated material we have been unable to call for the public’s assistance in the case until now,” the Chief said. “Unfortunately, due to the ongoing investigation we are still limited in the amount of information we are able to release.”
He went on to say that police have raided several locations where they confiscated highly-explosive material used for bomb making. “This is significant as it indicates a new level of terrorist activity in Bahrain.”
He said over 5 tons of material and 110 litres of chemicals were seized. “The explosives were designed to cause severe injury, a high death toll, serious destruction to property, and fear in the minds of the public.” The Chief said that there are indications that the terrorists were not working alone and that they received advanced training and logistical support.
“Police received a tip about several individuals who were meeting to plan and manufacture highly explosive bombs,” the Chief said. “The locations we were tipped off to included the residential areas of Salmabad and Hamad Town.”
The locations were investigated, the tip was found to be credible and a warrant was obtained from the Public Prosecutor. Subsequently, the locations were raided and a large amount of evidence was confiscated. All dangerous materials have been stored in a safe area far away from public areas.
Meanwhile, a presentation during the press conference highlighted that the explosives were made in a well-equipped factory meant to manufacture highly-explosive material which were found in Salmabad.
The confiscated material included two types of dangerous explosives which, if used, could result in massive destruction, deaths and damage.
Police seized four ready-to-use bombs that contained homemade explosives. These bombs had iron pellets that are considered very dangerous since during explosions they can cause serious injuries, deaths and severe destruction. Pipes were used in making bombs were also seized as well as electronic and mechanical tools used in the manufacturing process. The confiscated items included gas cylinders similar to the ones used before in previous terror operations in various locations.
Police are currently searching for these men and are asking for the public’s assistance in locating them. “Someone knows whereabouts of these men should come forward and help law enforcing agencies,” the Chief said.
The Chief urged anyone with any knowledge of these people or with any information about suspicious activity to call the police hotline immediately at 80008008. The callers’ names will remain confidential.
The Chief finished by praising the hard work of the Public Security Force and stated that a major disaster had been averted due to their diligence and professionalism. He called upon all members of the public to be alert and aware and reminded property owners to obtain proper I’d from their tenants.
“We will find arrest and bring these terrorists to justice,” the Chief said. “At this point, it is just a matter of time.