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**Summary:**
Meghalaya Police successfully defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) discovered in an abandoned bag in a residential area of the Ri Bhoi district, preventing a potential terror attack.
**News Article:**
**Meghalaya Police Foil Potential Terrorist Attack, Defuse IED in Ri Bhoi District**
**Ri Bhoi, Meghalaya –** A possible terror incident was averted after the Meghalaya Police successfully defused an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) found in a residential area of Ri Bhoi district on [Date – Add if known]. The IED was discovered inside an abandoned bag, prompting immediate action from law enforcement.
According to police sources, the suspicious bag was reported by a local resident [OPTIONAL – If info available]. A bomb disposal squad was immediately dispatched to the scene and safely neutralized the device.
“We are thankful to the local community for their alertness which ensured timely reporting of this suspicious item which we can safely neutralize,” said [Police Officer’s name]. “An investigation is underway to determine the origin of the IED and identify those responsible.”
Authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police immediately. The incident has heightened security measures across the district.
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