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Authorities investigate whether shooting stemmed false report that prompted SWAT involvement
The Associated Press
Posted: Dec 29, 2017 4:43 PM ET
Last Updated: Dec 29, 2017 4:43 PM ET
The FBI is investigating the fatal police-involved shooting of a man in Wichita, Kan.
A supervisor at the FBI office in Kansas City, Mo., confirmed Friday that agents have been asked to join the investigation into the death of 28-year-old Andrew Finch. She declined further comment.
Authorities are investigating whether the shooting on Thursday stemmed from someone making up a false report to get a SWAT team to descend upon Finch’s home. The practice known as “swatting” is more common among online gamers.
Police say they were misled by a call indicating a homicide and hostage situation at the home. Finch was shot by an officer when he opened the door of the family home. His mother told the Wichita Eagle that her son was unarmed.
A spokesperson says a company that runs online gaming tournaments is assisting authorities. UMG Gaming operates online gaming tournaments, including one for the Call of Duty game.
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