What is another word for swatting?
Pronunciation: [swˈɒtɪŋ] (IPA) 
Swatting is the malicious act of making false reports to emergency services about a serious incident in order to provoke a response from law enforcement, usually resulting in a SWAT team being dispatched to the reported location. This dangerous and illegal Internet prank has gained notoriety over recent years and has led to several arrests and even deaths. Some synonyms for swatting include hoax calls, false alarms, prank calls, and fake emergencies. It is important to remember that swatting is not only illegal, but it can also be life-threatening for both the targeted individual and law enforcement officers who respond to the false reports. Any suspicious behavior should be reported to authorities immediately.
