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California Teen Pleads Guilty to Multiple Swatting Charges Targeting Schools and Religious Institutions

Alan Filion, 18, pleads guilty to swatting charges that caused terror across the U.S., facing potential prison time for his actions.

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Updated: Nov 14th, 2024, 12:36 AM ET

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Alan W. Filion, an 18-year-old from California, pleaded guilty to multiple counts of making interstate threats in a major swatting case. Between August 2022 and January 2024, he made over 375 threatening calls targeting schools, mosques, and government officials, claiming to plant bombs or commit mass shootings. Prosecutors reveal his actions caused significant fear and chaos, highlighting the dangers of swatting. Filion, who sought to profit from his activities by advertising his services online, now faces up to five years in prison for each count, with sentencing pending.

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