NASHVILLE, TN – Penelope R. Convertino, 22, of Murfreesboro, is facing federal charges after allegedly calling for the assassination of U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn. The chilling threat, delivered via voicemail, detailed a gruesome plan to kill the Senator, according to a criminal complaint filed today by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Tennessee.
The voice message, left on May 30, 2025, was anything but subtle. Senator Blackburn’s staff reportedly listened to the recording on Monday and immediately alerted authorities. The caller, identified as Convertino, allegedly spewed a string of obscenities, declaring, “My name is motherf**ker and I’m gonna kill Marsha Blackburn. I’m gonna shoot her with a gun. I’m gonna blow up her head on national TV. She will literally have brains splattered behind her because she will not be a person. She will be a dead f**king body.”
Acting United States Attorney Robert E. McGuire didn’t mince words when addressing the incident. “Our public officials should be able to do their jobs without receiving vile death threats,” McGuire stated. “Threatening public officials with deadly violence cannot and will not be tolerated. We will not hesitate to hold those who make these kinds of violent threats accountable for their crimes.” The FBI’s Nashville Field Office spearheaded the investigation, leading to Convertino’s arrest earlier today.
The complaint alleges Convertino made the threat with the specific intent to impede, intimidate, and interfere with Senator Blackburn while she was actively performing her official duties. This isn’t just a rant; it’s a direct attack on the democratic process, fueled by rage and expressed with disturbing clarity. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this case as it unfolds, bringing you the raw, unfiltered truth.
If convicted, Convertino faces a maximum sentence of 10 years in federal prison and a hefty $250,000 fine. The prosecution will be handled by Acting United States Attorney Robert E. McGuire. It’s a steep penalty, but one that reflects the severity of the alleged crime and the potential danger posed by such threats.
It’s crucial to remember that a criminal complaint is merely an allegation, and Convertino is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. However, the evidence presented thus far paints a disturbing picture, and the Grimy Times will be there to report every twist and turn of this case. This isn’t about politics; it’s about accountability and ensuring the safety of those who serve the public.
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- State: Tennessee
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Violent Crime
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