Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) are investigating multiple bomb threats across the province.
OPP officials say the threats were sent via email, targeting businesses and institutions, demanding a payment in bitcoins.
There have been similar incidents reported throughout North America.
The public is encouraged to report any suspicious activity that could be a risk to public safety.
Detective Staff Sergeant Bryan Gast of CIB is coordinating the OPP’s investigation into this matter.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
