Juvenile Arrested for Swatting Incidents Targeting Synagogues Across 13 States

The suspect, part of a swatting ring, allegedly created the online server for the network, leading to increased security at synagogues during the High Holidays.

• A minor in Southern California has been arrested by the FBI for a series of 'swatting incidents' targeting synagogues and African-American churches across 13 states.
• The juvenile suspect is part of a suspected swatting ring under investigation for calling in bomb threats and swatting attempts to at least 25 synagogues.
• The suspect allegedly created the online server that hosted the swatting network, which included members who espoused extremist views.
• The incidents, which took place between July and August of this year, led to increased security at many synagogues during the High Holidays.
• The suspect was arrested on Dec. 12 and will be charged at the state level by the Orange County District Attorney.

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