SECURITYJun 8 · 22:44 UTCKRON4 SAN FRANCISCOAlex Baker

SF Zoo targeted in possible 'Swatting' incident

The San Francisco Zoo was targeted in a possible 'Swatting' incident, prompting staff and guests to shelter in place after receiving an unsubstantiated threat from an anonymous caller. The call occurred around 2:50 p.m., and the zoo is collaborating with the San Francisco Police Department to assess the threat's legitimacy.

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