East Lansing Schools Targeted by Two “Swatting” Calls in Three School Days. It’s Part of a Larger Trend.

Calling in false emergencies to draw a large response from law enforcement is a growing concern, with calls more often targeting large entities like schools and religious institutions.

East Lansing Schools Targeted by Two “Swatting” Calls in Three School Days. It’s Part of a Larger Trend.
A Michigan State University Department of Public Safety cruiser parked outside East Lansing High School following a swatting call on Friday, May 1, 2026. (Lucas Day for ELi)