Swatting: A Growing Problem for French Authorities

Saint-Malo – 29.05.2026: Since the summer of 2023, Audrey's family has repeatedly been the victim of "swatting" attacks. Unknown perpetrators call the police and fabricate serious incidents, such as murders or severe injuries, that allegedly took place at the family's home. These false reports lead to massive police operations each time, all of which turn out to be in vain. A total of 16 such operations have already been conducted at the family's residence."Swatting" is a phenomenon that originally comes from the United States and has now also spread to ...