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On September 20, police responded to a swatting incident at Jennifer Aniston's residence in Los Angeles. A hoax caller contacted 911, expressing concern for a friend’s wellbeing without naming Aniston. The caller provided her address and claimed the friend was 'not doing well.' When officers arrived shortly after midnight, they were met by security staff who informed them of Aniston's presence. The actress assured the police that she was safe and had no intentions of self-harm. The LAPD is now investigating the incident as a swatting hoax, which is a dangerous prank that can lead to unnecessary police responses, often involving SWAT teams. This type of incident has affected other celebrities, including Rihanna, Justin Bieber, and Nicki Minaj, highlighting a troubling trend of targeting public figures with false emergency calls. The police have stated they will implement measures to contact security in the future to prevent alarming the star unnecessarily. Swatting incidents are not limited to celebrities; they can also impact ordinary citizens. Earlier this year, emergency services were dispatched to the White House due to a false report of a fire, which was later deemed a likely swatting case. In another instance, a British gamer was charged after a hoax call led to a shooting that injured an innocent man, demonstrating the severe consequences of such pranks. The LAPD has yet to comment further on this specific incident, but the ongoing investigation aims to identify the caller and prevent future occurrences. The rise of swatting incidents raises concerns about public safety and the misuse of emergency services.