Lions, Tigers and Bomb-Sniffing Dogs: Zoos Face Scores of Swatting Calls

Zoos and aquariums across the country have been dealing with a troubling surge in swatting hoaxes, where false reports of shootings or bombings have led to emergency responses. Around 40 institutions have been targeted, causing significant disruption and concern for animal safety and staff well-being. These incidents highlight the disturbing trend of online harassment and the serious consequences such pranks can have, even in unexpected places like zoos. For a deeper dive, check out the full article for more details on the impact and ongoing efforts to combat this issue.