FBI's Dan Bongino Addresses Escalated Swatting Incidents, Calls It Domestic Terrorism and a Risk of Serious Injury or Death

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Published Apr 16, 2025, 04:57 AM

Recent incidents of swatting, a dangerous practice where false emergency reports are made to provoke police responses, have escalated, prompting serious concerns among law enforcement and the public. Dan Bongino, Deputy Director of the FBI, emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating that swatting poses a high risk of serious injury or death. He announced efforts to intensify investigations into those responsible for these acts, highlighting that the FBI is actively pursuing leads to apprehend the perpetrators. The FBI's leadership has publicly committed to addressing the issue, with Bongino's remarks underscoring the urgent need for a crackdown on this form of domestic terrorism. The rise in swatting incidents has been noted across the country, with calls for immediate action to prevent further occurrences.

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J Michael Waller

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FBI leadership is now public about going after swatters. https://t.co/wNs9Ad9mwN

Mario Nawfal

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