California Man Arrested for Threatening Arizona Election Official

The arrest follows a voicemail threat linked to the 2022 election results certification in Maricopa County.

William Hyde, 52, of San Diego, was arrested for allegedly leaving a violent threat on a Maricopa County election official's voicemail.
The threat was made following the certification of the 2022 general election results by the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors.
Hyde is charged with one count of communicating an interstate threat, facing up to five years in prison if convicted.
The Justice Department's Election Threats Task Force is leading the investigation, emphasizing the protection of election officials.
Officials stress the importance of safeguarding election integrity and ensuring the safety of those administering elections.