FBI Takes Action Against the Rising Threat of Swatting Incidents
Swatting is a malicious act where an individual falsely reports a serious incident—such as a mass shooting or hostage situation—at a particular address. The goal of this deception is to provoke a ...
FBI investigating rise in swatting incidents after several conservatives targeted, Kash Patel says
FBI Director Kash Patel on Friday said that the agency is investigating the recent surge in swatting incidents on ...
FBI investigating fake ‘SWAT’ calls against conservative media figure
The FBI said it would launch a probe into fake swatting calls after noticing an uptick in pranks targeting conservative media ...
As hoax 911 calls surge, California lawmakers push for ‘swatting’ crackdown
Calls have triggered huge deployments of law enforcement and caused panic at schools, churches and other institutions. But ...
DHS boss Noem vows to 'hunt' down those making swatting calls targeting conservative media
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced Wednesday that DHS will aid in prosecuting those accused of ...
From Justin Bieber to Nicki Minaj, swatting cases rising in the US: Here's all about the deadly game and how to protect yourself
Swatting incidents, involving false emergency calls, have surged in the US, targeting ordinary citizens and celebrities like ...
FBI investigating rise in ‘swatting’ incidents against conservative media figures
FBI Director Kash Patel announced Friday that the agency is working with local law enforcement to scrutinize a “dangerous trend” of swatting incidents.
A misinformation expert encouraged picket lines at Tesla sites to protest DOGE cuts. Then came the online threats
X users have amplified criticism of Joan Donovan and others for encouraging or taking part in nonviolent protests at Tesla ...
Kash Patel says FBI will investigate incidents of 'swatting' against MAGA influencers: 'Dangerous trend'
FBI director Kash Patel expressed concern over the rise in 'swatting' incidents targeting media figures. He emphasized that ...
Explained: What is swatting? Why are such incidents increasing in the US recently?
Swatting cases are on the rise in America, causing significant distress and danger. False emergency calls to SWAT teams put ...
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FBI investigating rise in ‘swatting’ incidents against conservative media figures
The FBI launched an investigation into a series of swatting incidents targeting conservative media personalities. FBI Director Kash Patel announced Friday that the agency is working with local law ...