Overview

• U.S. Rep. Tom Emmer's home was targeted in a 'swatting' incident, a dangerous prank involving a fake 911 call that draws a heavy police response to a victim's home.
• The hoax call claimed a murder had taken place at Emmer's residence, prompting a response from the Wright County Sheriff's Office.
• Emmer was not at home at the time and no one was injured in the incident.
• U.S. Capitol Police are investigating the incident, which follows a recent trend of 'swatting' incidents targeting elected officials across the country.
• Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and other Republican lawmakers have also been victims of similar 'swatting' incidents recently.