Swatting

Read: 9 Bomb Threat Preparedness and Response Considerations

9 Bomb Threat Preparedness and Response Considerations

A bomb threat checklist, detailed search guidelines, and regular training on recognizing suspicious items are among good practices.

Read: School Swatting Threats: How Common Are They and What Do They Cost Taxpayers?

School Swatting Threats: How Common Are They and What Do They Cost Taxpayers?

In just one month in 2023, at least 210 swatting threats were made against K-12 schools, according to one researcher.

Read: Teen Charged in Florida Mosque Swatting Accused of Hundreds of Other False Threats

Teen Charged in Florida Mosque Swatting Accused of Hundreds of Other False Threats

The 17-year-old is accused of making hundreds of swatting threats against high schools, HBCUs, FBI agents, and government offices.

Read: U.S. Antisemitic Incidents Skyrocketed 360% in Aftermath of Attack in Israel, According to Latest ADL Data

U.S. Antisemitic Incidents Skyrocketed 360% in Aftermath of Attack in Israel, According to Latest ADL Data

In the three months since Oct. 7, ADL tracked 60 antisemitic assaults, 500+ incidents on college campuses

Read: Swatting Incidents: 4 Ways to Reduce Widespread Panic, Improve Response

Swatting Incidents: 4 Ways to Reduce Widespread Panic, Improve Response

Learn about critical measures that should be taken by school leaders to prevent, respond to, and mitigate the impact of swatting incidents.

Read: New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and California Receive Numerous Hoax Threats

New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and California Receive Numerous Hoax Threats

Schools across the country have been threatened, prompting lockdowns, evacuations, and campus sweeps by police.

Read: Mass. Officer Accidentally Fires Gun During Swatting Incident at St. John’s Prep

Mass. Officer Accidentally Fires Gun During Swatting Incident at St. John’s Prep

Local police originally responded to the report of an active threat but the accidental discharge led to a larger law enforcement response.

Read: Can Campuses Stop School ‘Swatting’ Threats?

Can Campuses Stop School ‘Swatting’ Threats?

Swatting incidents continue to plague our schools, but combining threat assessment strategies with security technology can help stem the tide.

Read: School Swatting: Why It’s So Dangerous and How to Combat It

School Swatting: Why It’s So Dangerous and How to Combat It

A police chief breaks down the dangers of swatting, how it impacts communities, and lessons he’s learned from responding to false threats.

Read: False Active Shooter Alarm Sounds at Mass. High School

False Active Shooter Alarm Sounds at Mass. High School

Some students fled while others barricaded their classrooms after the alarm went off while maintenance crews were changing the battery.

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