Swatting Justice Barrett Was a Threat, Not a Prank
A swatting incident targeting Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett occurred when police responded to a false report of gunshots at her home. The incident highlights the serious nature of swatting, which is intended to create chaos and fear by misleading law enforcement. Swatting is a malicious tactic that can have dangerous consequences and diverts emergency resources from real threats.
- ▪Police responded to a false report of gunshots at Justice Barrett's home in Fairfax County, Virginia.
- ▪The call was made through the non-emergency line, indicating it may be a swatting incident.
- ▪Swatting is a serious crime that can lead to confusion and potential violence during police responses.
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Swatting Justice Barrett Was a Threat, Not a Prank David Manney | 4:25 PM on May 28, 2026 Erin Schaff/The New York Times via AP, Pool Police rushed to the Fairfax County, Va., home of Supreme Court Associate Justice Amy Coney Barrett Wednesday night after a caller claimed gunshots had been heard. Officers arrived, coordinated with Supreme Court Police personnel assigned to the residence, determined that the report was false, and cleared the scene without additional police resources. Fairfax County Police confirmed the call came through the department's non-emergency line at 9:02 p.m.
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