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McDonald's in Philippines gets bomb threat

(Xinhua)
Updated: 2010-11-04 10:07
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MANILA - A fast-food store in Quezon City, Metrol Manila, received a bomb threat from an unidentified phone caller Thursday morning, local media reported.

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A staff member of the McDonald's branch received the call and immediately told the branch manager, the report said.

Police in Quezon City arrived at the store soon after. However, as of 8 am local time, the fast-food chain's management reportedly did not allow police to search the store.

Investigation on the case is underway.