Following yesterday’s tragic shooting and fire at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc, multiple copycat bomb threats have been reported across Michigan. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is reminding residents that threats of violence, including false reports, carry serious criminal consequences.

“In the wake of the heartbreaking events in Grand Blanc, the last thing our communities need is fear and disruption from copycat threats,” Nessel said. “Threats of violence cost local communities tens of thousands of dollars and can put law enforcement at risk. Whether made with the intent to harm or as pranks, they are real crimes with very real consequences.”