Samuel L. Bradbury, Malicious Conveyance of False Information, Indiana 2014

Hammond, Indiana – In a shocking turn of events, Samuel L. Bradbury, a 23-year-old resident of Pine Village, Indiana, was sentenced to 41 months in prison for conveying false information. This alarming incident highlights the growing threat of online vitriol and the importance of swift justice.

According to the evidence presented at trial, on June 19, 2014, Bradbury posted threats on social media to kill two specific law enforcement officials and two specific judges in Tippecanoe County. He also threatened to damage the Tippecanoe County Courthouse and police vehicles using thermite, a highly incendiary substance.

On June 21, 2014, law enforcement executed search warrants on the house where Bradbury lived, locating the social media posting along with other relevant evidence, including materials to make thermite. This disturbing revelation underscores the severity of the threat posed by Bradbury’s actions.

Bradbury was convicted on July 2, 2015, after a week-long jury trial, of maliciously conveying false information. The trial was handled by Assistant United States Attorneys Jill Koster and Abizer Zanzi, who worked tirelessly to ensure that justice was served.

The case was the result of an investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation with the assistance of Tippecanoe County Law Enforcement Agencies. This collaboration demonstrates the importance of interagency cooperation in combating threats to public safety.

In addition to his prison sentence, Bradbury was also ordered to pay $7,098.58 in restitution. This financial penalty serves as a reminder that those who engage in such egregious behavior must be held accountable for their actions.

As the Grimy Times continues to investigate this matter, we urge our readers to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.

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