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Several historically Black colleges and universities in the U.S. canceled classes and events after receiving false threats, leading to lockdowns and heightened anxiety, though the FBI confirmed the threats were hoaxes.
The FBI is investigating a surge in swatting hoaxes at US universities, causing chaos and risking safety, as authorities urge vigilance and report suspicious activity to prevent further incidents.
Several universities across the U.S. experienced hoax reports of active shooters at the start of the fall semester, which were later confirmed to be false or swatting calls, prompting police responses and campus alerts.
One school in St. Lawrence County closed and at least two others delayed after receiving emailed bomb threats, which were deemed hoaxes. Law enforcement is working to check all schools in the county, and some schools extended their delays to give more time for clearance. All schools in the county were delayed, but only Massena closed for the day. The threat was deemed noncredible, and it's safe for students and staff to come to school.