Crime & Safety
Man Convicted Of Sending Racist Threats To Philly Police Commish
"It is a federal felony to threaten another person online, whether the victim is a private citizen or a public figure," authorities said.
PHILADELPHIA — A Massachusetts man has been found guilty of sending threatening emails to Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw.
Federal authorities said Peter Fratus, 39, of West Dennis, Massachusetts, was convicted Wednesday at trial of sending threatening emails with racist, offensive, and threatening language to Outlaw.
Fratus on June 6, 2020 sent two emails to Outlaw's email address. Both emails allegedly contained racist, offensive, and threatening language, with one asking about where Outlaw lives.
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"It is a federal felony to threaten another person online, whether the victim is a private citizen or a public figure," Acting U.S. Jennifer Arbittier Attorney Williams said. "The public can rest assured that our Office, together with our law enforcement partners, will work tirelessly to identify anyone who does this and ensure they’re held accountable for their actions."
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