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Micheal E. Carpenter Charged With 'Swatting' In Ohio: Police

A Parkesburg man is charged with felony "swatting" in Ohio, according to borough police. 

Michael Eugene Carpenter

Michael Eugene Carpenter

Photo Credit: Parkesburg Police Dept.

Michael Eugene Carpenter was arrested on an Ohio warrant on Tuesday, Jan. 9, authorities said in a release. 

"Swatting" involves reporting a false crime to authorities — often a bomb threat or hostage situation — to provoke a police response, officials said. 

Carpenter was released after posting a $10,000 bond on Wednesday, Jan. 10, court records show. Details of his pending extradition to Ohio were not immediately available. 

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