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Texas Man Indicted in Alleged Threats, Extortion Tied to Louisville Football

Court records list a $100,000 bond with arraignment set for Nov. 17.

Overview

  • A Jefferson County grand jury charged 38-year-old Brian Mandel with six counts of terroristic threatening and one count of extortion exceeding $10,000 following Louisville’s Nov. 8 overtime loss to California.
  • Court filings show a warrant was entered Nov. 10, bond was set at $100,000, and an arraignment is scheduled for Nov. 17.
  • The alleged threats targeted head coach Jeff Brohm, his wife and children, members of his coaching staff, and student-athletes.
  • Local station WAVE reported the alleged extortion attempt targeted quarterback Miller Moss, while the specific content of the threats is not detailed in public records.
  • Louisville Athletics condemned the threats, praised law enforcement’s response, and said it is working with authorities to ensure safety.