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Mr. X Identified in 1985 Air India Bombing Tragedy

6/24/2025

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British Columbia police have unveiled the identity of a deceased suspect, dubbed “Mr. X,” connected to the devastating 1985 Air India bombing that claimed 329 lives. Investigators suspect he conducted bomb tests prior to the attack. This revelation reignites the painful memories of the tragedy and amplifies the urgent call for action against terrorism in Canada.

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British Columbia police have unveiled the identity of a deceased suspect, dubbed “Mr. X,” connected to the devastating 1985 Air India bombing that claimed 329 lives. Investigators suspect he conducted bomb tests prior to the attack. This revelation reignites the painful memories of the tragedy and amplifies the urgent call for action against terrorism in Canada.