In a recent confidential memo obtained by ABC News, the FBI has stated that a nationwide swatting spree targeting almost 200 Jewish institutions was likely a coordinated effort by an entity based outside of the U.S.
Assistant FBI Director Cathy Milhoan wrote in the memo that the threats appeared to be connected based on similar language and specific email tradecraft used.
None of the email threats involved actual explosive devices or posed a credible risk of harm to congregants.
The FBI has launched investigations into more than 30 of its field offices to address these violations of federal laws.
The Secure Community Network (SCN), a non-profit that advises U.S. Jewish institutions on safety and security, reported a "record number" of 199 swatting incidents and false bomb threats last weekend.
These incidents were tracked across several states, including Louisiana and Mississippi. (Press Rundown 12/21/23)
Previously posted from this site: Central Mississippi to Central Louisiana: New bomb threat at Jax synagogue (goldentriangleregion.blogspot.com)
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