Tag: swatting
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Oregon Teen Indicted for Hoax Bomb Threats to Ohio Schools
An 18-year-old Oregon man faces federal charges for allegedly making hoax bomb threats to six northern Ohio schools, leading to lockdowns. Nathan Hayes is accused of 'swatting' and offering such services, with an initial court appearance set for June 12.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentEducationLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Nathan HayesBomb ThreatsOhio SchoolsSwattingFederal IndictmentFBI ToledoThreatening CommunicationsFBI
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Oregon Teen Charged in Ohio School Bomb Threat Hoaxes
An 18-year-old Oregon man faces charges for allegedly making dozens of hoax bomb threats, known as "swatting" calls, to Ohio schools. Nathan Hayes is accused of causing lockdowns and monitoring media coverage, now facing up to 10 years in prison.
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NYC Felon Sentenced to 77 Months for D.C. Swatting and Carjacking Spree
Thierno Barry, a New York City felon, received a 77-month federal prison sentence for a March 2025 crime spree in Washington D.C., including a high-speed chase, a false shooting report, and the carjacking of an elderly couple.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalTransportationSocial Issues Thierno BarryWashington D.C.CarjackingSwattingFederal PrisonCrime SpreeJeanine Ferris PirroFBI
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Romanian Citizen Sentenced to 48 Months for Leading Online Swatting Ring
Thomasz Szabo, a Romanian citizen, has been sentenced to 48 months in a Washington, D.C. prison for leading an online swatting ring that targeted members of Congress, churches, and a former U.S. president.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementWorldRomaniaGeneral PoliticsLegalComputers and InternetEuropeCongress Thomasz SzaboSwattingCybercrimeFBIWashington D.C.Crime