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crime2 years ago

"Judge Tanya Chutkan Targeted in High-Profile Swatting Incident"

Federal Judge Tanya Chutkan, overseeing the criminal election interference case against former President Trump, was the victim of "swatting," a false shooting report that prompted a police response. This incident is part of a series of high-profile swatting attacks targeting public figures, including politicians and government officials, prompting Attorney General Merrick Garland to denounce the spike in threats as unacceptable and a threat to democracy.

via The Hill|
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crime2 years ago

Man faces charges for making false threats in US and Canada.

Ashton Connor Garcia, a 20-year-old man from Washington state, has been arrested and charged with 10 felony counts for making over 20 "swatting" calls across the US and Canada. Garcia used voice-over-internet technology to conceal his identity and broadcasted the calls on social media. He faces up to a decade in prison for his fake reports of bombs, shootings, and other threats that prompted real emergency responses. Garcia is also accused of collecting personal information about his victims and threatening to send emergency responses to their homes unless they turned over money, credit card information, or sexually explicit images.

via ABC News|
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crime2 years ago

The Dangerous Trend of Hoax Threats to Schools Spreading Nationwide.

Schools across the US have been receiving false reports of shooters and bomb threats, leading to lockdowns and evacuations. The hoax calls, known as swatting, have been increasing in frequency and are believed to be coming from outside the country. The false alarms are causing disruptions and putting innocent people at risk, while also hindering the response to real shootings. Swatting has proven to be dangerous and even deadly, with one man killed by police in Wichita, Kansas, in 2017.

via The Associated Press|
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crime2 years ago

Iowa schools combat 'swatting' hoax with law enforcement collaboration.

Iowa schools received "swatting calls" or fake threats on Tuesday morning, prompting communication with law enforcement. No threats have been deemed imminent, and officials confirmed the calls happened in several cities and counties across the state. Schools have assured parents and staff that all students and staff are safe, and learning continues as normal. Some schools canceled classes, while others maintained normal operations with extra patrols. Law enforcement is investigating the reports and found no sign of any gunshots having been fired.

via KCRG|
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