Swatting

Swatting is a form of harassment where an individual makes a false report to emergency services, typically claiming a serious crime is in progress, with the intention of prompting a large law enforcement response, often including SWAT teams, to a victim's location. This deceptive tactic poses significant risks to both the victim and the responding officers, and is a growing concern for law enforcement agencies and cybersecurity experts as it often involves exploiting vulnerabilities in communication systems and online platforms.