A New Hampshire Man Accused of Sending Threatening Text Messages Ahead of Presidential Candidate’s Campaign Event
A New Hampshire man has been accused of sending text messages threatening to kill a presidential candidate ahead of a scheduled campaign event on Monday, federal prosecutors said.
The man, identified as Robert William Fisher, was arrested on Monday after an investigation by the FBI and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Hampshire.
According to the criminal complaint, Fisher sent text messages to the campaign office of the presidential candidate, threatening to kill the candidate and other people at the event.
The complaint alleges that Fisher sent the text messages on Sunday, the day before the campaign event was scheduled to take place.
The text messages were sent from a phone number that was registered to Fisher, and the messages included specific details about the event, including the time and location.
The complaint also alleges that Fisher sent a text message to the campaign office that said, “I’m going to kill you and everyone at the event tomorrow.”
The FBI and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Hampshire launched an investigation into the threats and were able to identify Fisher as the suspect.
Fisher was arrested on Monday and is facing federal charges of making threats against a presidential candidate.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Hampshire said in a statement that the investigation is ongoing and that they are working with the FBI to ensure the safety of the presidential candidate and the public.
The statement also said that the U.S. Attorney’s Office is committed to protecting the rights of all citizens to express their opinions and to participate in the political process without fear of violence or intimidation.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting the safety of presidential candidates and the public during the election season.
It is also a reminder of the need for all citizens to be vigilant and to report any suspicious activity or threats to the authorities.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Hampshire is urging anyone with information about this incident or any other threats to contact the FBI or local law enforcement.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office is also reminding citizens that making threats against a presidential candidate is a serious crime and that anyone found guilty of such a crime can face severe penalties, including imprisonment.
The incident in New Hampshire serves as a reminder of the need for all citizens to be vigilant and to report any suspicious activity or threats to the authorities. It is also a reminder of the importance of protecting the safety of presidential candidates and the public during the election season.