Police in Northern California rushed to investigate a suspected shooting on November 22, only to discover a gamer playing loudly with the window open. The incident underscores how high-volume gameplay can lead to unexpected confusion and concern among neighbors.

A string of fake active-shooter calls, known as “swatting,” has targeted several central Pennsylvania colleges, including Millersville and Shippensburg universities. These hoaxes have raised concerns about campus security and the disruptive impact of false emergency claims.