Threat of Attacks on Stadiums Called "A Hoax" by Authorities

The Internet threat that terrorist attacks were planned on seven NFL stadiums this weekend was determined by investigators to be "a hoax," the FBI and the Department of Homeland Security announced today.

"The investigation has determined that this is a hoax," the two agencies said in a joint written statement. "The public should be reassured of their security as they continue to attend sporting events this weekend."

FBI agents today questioned a 20-year-old Milwaukee man thought to be involved in the threat, which was made on a Website on Oct. 12. The man was released but authorities left open the possibility that he could be charged with a crime.

By Mark Maske |  October 19, 2006; 4:17 PM ET  | Category:  Security
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