California Teen Pleads Guilty to Extensive Swatting Campaign

Alan Filion admitted to making over 375 false threats across the U.S., targeting schools and institutions, and now faces significant federal penalties.

Alan Filion, 18, pleaded guilty to federal charges for making hundreds of swatting calls, causing widespread fear and chaos.
Filion's swatting spree included threats of mass shootings and bombings at religious institutions, schools, and government officials.
He operated online under the alias 'Torswats' and reportedly offered swatting services for a fee, turning his actions into a business.
The investigation into Filion's activities involved digital evidence from platforms like Telegram and Discord, leading to his identification and arrest.
Filion faces a maximum of five years in prison for each of the four counts of making interstate threats, with sentencing scheduled for February 2025.

U.S. Department of Justice