Benewah County Sheriff's Office
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 15, 2026 Benewah County Sheriff’s Office Confirms May 13 School Threat Was a Hoax “Swatting” C...
The Benewah County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that a May 13, 2026, school shooter threat was a hoax 'swatting' call after investigation with the FBI.
Key points (ReadOut summary)
- May 13 school threat was hoax.
- Confirmed via FBI investigation.
- Part of nationwide swatting series.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 15, 2026 Benewah County Sheriff’s Office Confirms May 13 School Threat Was a Hoax “Swatting” Call The Benewah County Sheriff’s Office is releasing the following statement regarding the reported school shooter threat received on May 13, 2026. After an extensive investigation conducted in coordination with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Benewah County Sheriff’s Office has determined the reported threat was part of a nationwide series o