Tag: Threats
Elderly Man Shaken Down for $1.6M in Elaborate Scam
Woman guilty of using threats and intimidation to bilk elderly victim out of $1.6M. Guilty plea announced by US Attorney’s Office. Sentencing on Sept 8, 2023. Law enforcement efforts in Illinois.
Oahu Man Brandenburg Faces Decades For Bomb Threat Spree
Jury finds Oahu man guilty of sending e-mail threats to bomb buildings. Brian Melvin Brandenburg faces significant prison time if convicted.
NW Arkansas Boys Targeted in Sextortion Surge
Stay informed about the surge in sextortion threats targeting Northwest Arkansas. FBI Little Rock issues a warning and offers prevention tips.
Rainbow Fentanyl: Dealers Target Teens, Overdoses Surge
Government agencies warn of new threats associated with Fentanyl. Learn about the various forms of this lethal substance, concerns about colored pills, the involvement of Mexican cartels, and the danger of adulterants like Xylazine. Law enforcement agencies are taking action, but community support is crucial in combating this crisis.
Colorado Overdose Crisis: Fentanyl Flooding Streets
Learn about the increasing threats of fentanyl in Colorado. This potent opioid, 50x stronger than heroin, is causing a surge in overdoses and fatalities. Mexican cartels are the primary culprits behind its distribution. Law enforcement agencies are urging the public to be cautious and seek prescription medications from reputable sources. Increase awareness and find resources…
Iowa Man Threatens AZ Election Officials
Man pleads guilty to making threats to Maricopa County election official and Office of Arizona Attorney General. Threats against election workers will be taken seriously and result in legal consequences. The importance of protecting election workers and preserving the integrity of our elections. FBI investigation and involvement. Justice Department’s Election Threats Task Force. Contact information…
Oregon Man Threatens to Execute Senator
⏱ 2 min read Donald Leroy Smith Jr., 51, of Woodburn, Oregon, is in trouble with the feds after allegedly calling for the assassination of a U.S. Senator. A voicemail delivered November 12th, 2025, contained a direct threat to kill, authorities say. Smith allegedly didn’t pull any punches, promising to “put a bullet in your…
MN Man Jailed for Threat to Kill Congressmember
⏱ 2 min read Michael Lewis, 53, of Minneapolis, is locked up after copping to a chilling threat: taking the life of a sitting member of Congress. On March 26, 2025, Lewis left a voicemail at the congressperson’s office laying out the threat. Feds moved fast, and a brief investigation landed them at Lewis’s door.…
Ghoul Texts CEO Widow: ‘Your Kids Are Next’
⏱ 3 min read Shane Daley, 40, of Galway, New York, wasn’t content to let tragedy stand alone. Hours after UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was brutally murdered in Manhattan in late 2024, Daley allegedly unleashed a torrent of digital cruelty, flooding Thompson’s family with voicemails. These weren’t condolences; they were celebrations of death and direct…
Oregon Man Vows to Kill Senator
⏱ 3 min read Donald Leroy Smith Jr., 51, of Woodburn, Oregon, is staring down federal charges after allegedly calling for the outright assassination of a U.S. Senator. On November 12, 2025, Smith reportedly left a voicemail promising to “kill” the senator and “put a bullet in your head.” The motivation for the threat remains…
