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Buffalo Man Pleads Guilty to Transmitting Threats
Benjamin Bolton, 32, of Glendale, Colorado, has pleaded guilty to transmitting interstate communications containing threats to injure the person of another, a crime punishable by up to five years in prison and a fine of $250,000.
According to U.S. Attorney William J. Hochul, Jr., Bolton made numerous telephone calls to Buffalo State College faculty and staff members, as well as officers of the Buffalo State University Police Department, between June 2015 and August 5, 2015. During these calls, Bolton threatened to assault police officers, faculty, and staff members he identified by name.
Bolton was admitted to Buffalo State College as a graduate student in the Fall 2013 semester. However, he was suspended in April 2014 due to incidents at the school, including disputes with faculty members.
The guilty plea is the result of an investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, under the direction of Special Agent in Charge Adam S. Cohen, and the Buffalo State University Police Department, under the direction of Chief Peter Carey.
Bolton is scheduled to be sentenced on December 19, 2016, before U.S. District Court Judge Lawrence J. Vilardo. Assistant U.S. Attorney Stephanie Lamarque is handling the case.
The case serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting individuals from threats and harassment. As a community, we must work together to prevent such incidents and ensure the safety and well-being of all.
For more information, contact Barbara Burns at (716) 843-5817 or fax (716) 551-3051.
Key Facts
- State: New York
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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