Fairfax County Police Department thwart attempted swatting of Amy Coney Barrett’s house
Fairfax County Police responded to a swatting attempt at the home of Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett after a false report of gunfire. Officers quickly determined the call was fictitious and coordinated with security personnel already at the residence. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about threats against public figures, particularly members of the judiciary.
- ▪Police responded to a swatting call at Justice Barrett's home after a report of gunfire.
- ▪Officers found no evidence of gunfire and determined the call was likely a swatting attempt.
- ▪Swatting involves falsely reporting emergencies to provoke a police response, and it has increasingly targeted public figures.
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Police responded to a swatting attempt at the Virginia home of Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett after a false report of gunfire prompted officers to rush to the residence. The incident occurred on Wednesday night when authorities received a report of shots fired outside Barrett’s home, triggering a police response. Officers quickly determined the call was likely a swatting attempt after meeting with security personnel already stationed at the property and finding no evidence of gunfire.
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