Fake threats reveal a dark conspiracy on the internet
A German online group triggered hundreds of emergency responses across Austria and Germany by sending fake bomb threats for amusement, causing widespread panic, evacuations, and significant financial damage to public services.
The operation was reportedly organized through online platforms like Discord, where participants coordinated and encouraged each other. According to “Standard,” members openly bragged about their actions, even comparing themselves to terrorist organizations such as Al-Qaeda and Islamic State, claiming they had exceeded them in scale. A meeting in December 2024, known as the “Pig Meeting,” further fueled their activities with openly hostile remarks targeting Austrians.
The consequences were severe, as fake Islamist bomb threats led to evacuations of train stations, schools, and public areas across both countries. Emergency services were repeatedly mobilized, placing enormous strain on resources. In November 2025, authorities conducted raids in Germany, identifying four suspects aged between 16 and 23, accused of being part of a criminal organization linked to the group “NWO” (New World Order).
Investigators believe the network is much larger, possibly involving hundreds of members. Reports suggest thousands of threats were sent in 2025 alone. Many participants are young individuals with troubled backgrounds, including school dropouts, who allegedly sought a sense of power through these actions. Some incidents were also linked to drug use.
Beyond bomb threats, the group engaged in stalking and “swatting.” In Austria, influencer Pia S., known as Shurjoka, was targeted in a coordinated harassment campaign. Fake threats were sent in her name, leading to police investigations against her before she was cleared. She later stated that the group’s actions caused severe psychological distress, leaving her with lasting anxiety and panic attacks.