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crime20 days ago•3 min saved

Three Charged Over Threats in Nolan Wells Death Investigation

Three Mississippi residents have been charged with threatening witnesses and a court official tied to the investigation into Nolan Wells’ death on Horn Island. Edward James Porter allegedly called two witnesses multiple times, threatening to kill them and their families; Joseph Alfredo Vasquez Dumarce allegedly sent Facebook messages threatening to bomb a judge’s office; Michelle Francine Edwards is charged with bomb threats to the George County chancery clerk’s office and later the Jackson County sheriff’s office. No attorneys were listed for the defendants, and Wells’ family, including civil rights attorney Ben Crump, continues to seek answers about his disappearance and death.

via NBC News|

#bomb-threats #court-documents #crime

us-news22 days ago•24 min saved

Cincinnati woman accused of bomb threats during Nolan Wells probe

A Cincinnati woman, Michelle Francine Edwards, is accused of making 29 bomb-threat calls to Mississippi government offices during the Nolan Wells death probe, including the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and the George County Chancery Clerk’s Office, using blocked numbers and *67 to mask the calls. The threats prompted lockdowns and a bomb sweep. Edwards faces interstate threatening-communications charges with up to five years in prison as authorities continue to investigate Wells’ disappearance and death; civil rights attorney Ben Crump represents Wells’ family, and a separate man, Joseph Vasquez Dumarce, is charged with threats to a Jackson County judge.

via New York Post|

#arrests #bomb-threats #mississippi

crime23 days ago•1 min saved

Cincinnati Woman Charged in Federal Case Over Bomb Threats to Mississippi Offices

A Cincinnati woman, Michelle Francine Edwards, was charged in U.S. District Court with one count of transmitting a threatening communication after allegedly making two sets of bomb threat calls to two Mississippi government offices on July 23, 2026. The calls, placed from blocked numbers using *67, prompted lockdowns and bomb sweeps; investigators traced the number to her via cellphone data and Cash App accounts. The charge carries up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine.

via WLOX|

#blocked-calls #bomb-threats #crime

crime23 days ago•6 min saved

Second arrest tied to Nolan Wells probe: Cincinnati woman charged with bomb threats to Mississippi offices

A Cincinnati woman, Michelle Francine Edwards, has been charged in federal court with making multiple bomb threats targeting two Mississippi government offices—the George County Chancery Clerk’s Office and the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office—in the wake of the Nolan Wells death investigation; she allegedly placed calls using blocked numbers, prompting lockdowns and a bomb sweep, though no device was found.

via Sun Herald|

#bomb-threats #crime #federal-charges

education5 months ago•16 min saved

Virginia colleges evacuate as wave of bomb threats follows ODU shooting

In the wake of Old Dominion University’s shooting, Virginia colleges reported multiple bomb threats targeting on‑campus libraries, prompting evacuations at six institutions (UVA, GMU, Bridgewater, Randolph–Macon, Longwood, Shenandoah). Authorities evacuated and then cleared the sites; no devices were found and libraries reopened as investigations concluded, with some threats described as hoaxes or non-credible.

via VPM|

#bomb-threats #education #evacuations

local6 months ago•3 min saved

Hoax bomb threats target Columbus schools and Statehouse

More than 30 Columbus City Schools received emailed bomb threats, including Indian Springs Elementary. Police and state authorities searched the Ohio Statehouse with no devices found, as the FBI and local partners investigate hoax threats across Central Ohio. Springfield’s Clark County offices closed early and downtown areas were restricted during the incident; officials stress the threats are hoaxes and a federal crime.

via 10tv.com|

#bomb-threats #columbus #fbi

local6 months ago•2 min saved

Springfield Downtown Reopens as Officials Say No Immediate Threat After Bomb Threats

Springfield officials say there is no immediate or credible threat after emailed bomb threats targeting schools and public facilities prompted closures and safety concerns. Downtown streets were briefly blocked but have reopened as police continue investigating; City Schools canceled classes for the day as a precaution, and residents were urged to avoid the downtown area while authorities address the situation.

via WHIO TV|

#bomb-threats #downtown #local

politics9 months ago•5 min saved

Bomb Threats Disrupt Voting in New Jersey Amid Trump-Related Tensions

The final day of voting in several U.S. elections was marred by bomb threats in New Jersey, voter roll issues in Pennsylvania, and President Trump's unfounded claims of election rigging in California, amid otherwise smooth voting across the country.

via PBS|

#bomb-threats #california #elections

politics9 months ago•3 min saved

2025 Off-Year Elections: Key Races and Potential Political Shifts

Election Day 2025 features key races for NYC mayor and New Jersey governor, with high voter turnout and disruptions due to bomb threats in some polling sites. Notable candidates include Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo, Curtis Sliwa, Mikie Sherrill, and Jack Ciattarelli. Results are being live-streamed, highlighting the significance of these elections as indicators for national politics.

via ABC7 New York|

#bomb-threats #election-day-2025 #new-jersey-governor-race

world9 months ago•2 min saved

Bomb Threats Disrupt Voting Across New Jersey

Multiple polling places in Northern New Jersey were temporarily closed after receiving email bomb threats, later deemed non-credible, leading to some voters being redirected. Authorities responded swiftly, and officials assured the public of safety and continued election integrity. The threats appeared to be an attempt to suppress votes, but voters remained committed to participating in the election.

via ABC News|

#bomb-threats #election-security #law-enforcement

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Rep. Lori Trahan's Home Targeted in Bomb Threat Incident

Rep. Lori Trahan of Massachusetts reported that her family received a bomb threat, part of a recent surge in threats against federal lawmakers. Authorities, including local and federal police, are investigating. This follows similar threats against other Democratic members and some of President-elect Trump's cabinet picks. No bombs were found, and no one was harmed. Political leaders, including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and President Joe Biden, have condemned these threats.

via ABC News|

#bomb-threats #congress #investigation

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Democratic Lawmakers Face MAGA-Linked Bomb Threats, Calls for Protection

Democratic lawmakers and their families have been targeted with bomb threats and swatting incidents, reportedly signed with 'MAGA,' prompting calls for increased protection. The FBI is investigating, and no devices have been found. Lawmakers like Reps Rosa DeLauro, Jahana Hayes, Jim Himes, and Seth Magaziner have reported threats, reflecting a rise in security incidents against Congress members. Despite the threats being deemed non-credible, concerns about violence against public officials persist amid growing disrespect for civic institutions.

via The Daily Beast|

#bomb-threats #democratic-lawmakers #law-enforcement

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Democratic Lawmakers Face Bomb Threats Amidst Rising Tensions

House Speaker Mike Johnson condemned bomb threats targeting House and Senate Democrats from New England, describing the behavior as "dangerous and insane." The threats, signed with "MAGA," have left Congress members feeling vulnerable amid rising political violence. Although none of the threats were deemed credible, there is a call for increased protection for lawmakers. The Capitol Police have not provided details on the threats to prevent "copy-cat" incidents.

via Axios|

#bomb-threats #democrats #maga

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Democrats Face Thanksgiving Bomb Threats Amid Political Tensions

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has called for "maximum protection" for lawmakers following a series of hoax bomb threats targeting Democratic figures, signed "MAGA," referencing Donald Trump's movement. These threats, which also included "swatting" incidents, have heightened tensions among American lawmakers. Jeffries emphasized the need for Congress to ensure the safety of all members and their families, condemning political violence and urging prosecution of perpetrators. The FBI is investigating these threats, which have also targeted incoming Republican appointees.

via The Guardian US|

#bomb-threats #hakeem-jeffries #maga

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Democratic Lawmakers Face Thanksgiving Bomb Threats Amid Political Tensions

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries condemned bomb threats made against Democratic lawmakers on Thanksgiving, which included threats of pipe bombs and swatting, all signed with 'MAGA.' The threats targeted nearly all Connecticut Democrats, including Sen. Chris Murphy and several representatives, though no devices were found. Jeffries emphasized the need for maximum protection for lawmakers and called for the prosecution of those responsible for political violence.

via POLITICO|

#bomb-threats #democratic-lawmakers #hakeem-jeffries