Bomb Hoaxes, Calls More Prevalent Thanks To Technology
A Tennessee Tech expert said bomb threats and swatting incidents like those faced by the Putnam County Schools over the last several days are easier than ever through anonymous internet services Cybersecurity Education, Research and Outreach Center Assistant Director Regis Billings said these callers often use Voice over IP systems or computerized telephone networks to […]
FBI Identifies Nationwide Group Behind Cane Creek Threat
Putnam County Sheriff Eddie Farris said federal investigators believe they have identified a nationwide group of individuals believed to be responsible for the bomb threat that targeted Cane Creek Elementary School on Friday. Farris said the agency is working with federal partners to track a group that has been making similar swatting calls to schools […]
Authorities Investigate Cane Creek School Bomb Hoax
Authorities investigating a bomb threat at Cane Creek Elementary School after a hoax caller reported bombs around the school Friday morning. Sheriff Eddie Farris said his received notification of the threat at approximately 9:20am. Farris said the individual claimed to have planted explosive devices both inside and outside the school building. Farris said the caller […]
