Thomas Mullett, 45, even made up a code word to make his threat appear genuine
A man with mental health problems sparked a massive security alert when he dialled 999 and told cops he had planted a bomb in Manchester city centre, a court heard.
READ MORE: Jay Slater: Body found is missing teenager, court official says after fingerprints analysed Officers took Mullett to a hospital for a mental health assessment and when doctors confirmed he had 'capacity' he was arrested. He told police he was 'ashamed' and apologised when he was interviewed.
Judge John Potter told the defendant: "During the evening of Sunday April 3, 2022, you made a false bomb hoax call. You told the operator you had planted a bomb in Hardman Square in Spinningfields in Manchester city centre. You gave a made-up code word to the operator to add authenticity to your threat. That threat was taken seriously.
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