17-Year-Old Charged as Adult in Nationwide Swatting Spree

Alan Filion faces multiple felony charges for orchestrating hundreds of swatting incidents, including a high-profile case involving a Florida mosque.

Alan Filion, a 17-year-old from California, has been charged with multiple felonies in Florida for his alleged involvement in a nationwide swatting spree.
Filion is accused of making hundreds of swatting calls targeting schools, mosques, FBI agents, and more, with incidents reported across multiple states.
The charges stem from a specific incident in May 2023, where Filion allegedly threatened a mass shooting at the Masjid Al Hayy Mosque in Sanford, Florida.
Investigators linked Filion to the swatting incidents through digital trails on platforms like YouTube, Discord, and Telegram.
Filion, who offered swatting services online for fees, faces up to 65 years in prison if convicted.