Indianapolis, IN – Indiana State Police (ISP) confirmed Thursday they are investigating several “swatting” incidents that have recently targeted members of the Indiana General Assembly.
According to ISP, swatting involves someone with malicious intent falsely reporting an emergency to provoke a large-scale police response. Officials said the goal of such calls is to cause confusion, fear, and significant law enforcement mobilization at a targeted location.
“These acts are not only dangerous to everyone involved but also illegal,” ISP said in a public statement. Investigators are working with local, county, and federal partners to identify those responsible for what they described as “reckless, careless, and illegal activities.”
Authorities emphasized that criminal prosecution will be pursued “to the fullest extent allowed by law.” They are urging anyone with information about the incidents to contact investigators at iiic@iifc.in.gov.
“Swatting” incidents have increased nationally in recent years, often targeting public officials, schools, and media outlets. ISP is reminding Hoosiers: “If you see or know something… say something.”
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