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Swatting Group 'Purgatory' Targets Universities with Hoaxes

8/29/2025

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An intelligence report connects the "Purgatory" swatting group to false emergency calls at over 10 U.S. universities, leading to lockdowns.
The group offers paid services for fake bomb threats and active shooter hoaxes.
South Carolina's Attorney General highlights the group's impact on vulnerable youth, fostering violence and exploitation.
Experts advocate for enhanced protections against emerging online threats.

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Story summary

An intelligence report connects the "Purgatory" swatting group to false emergency calls at over 10 U.S. universities, leading to lockdowns.
The group offers paid services for fake bomb threats and active shooter hoaxes.
South Carolina's Attorney General highlights the group's impact on vulnerable youth, fostering violence and exploitation.
Experts advocate for enhanced protections against emerging online threats.