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Police: Phony phoned-in threats are part of a growing national trend

Former Fairfield Police Chief Gary McNamara told News 12 Connecticut that all threats have to be responded to as if they're real, but there are tell-tale signs law enforcement can look for to see if a threat is likely swatting.

News 12 Staff

Oct 21, 2022, 7:41 PM

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