Federal Bureau of Investigation

Man Arrested for Allegedly Making Hoax Bomb Threats in Palm Beach County: FBI

The FBI announced the arrest of a 25-year-old man for his alleged involvement with multiple hoax bomb threats in Palm Beach County.

Preston Alexander McWaters was arrested without incident Tuesday in Athens, Georgia, where he resides. He's facing federal charges and was expected to make his initial appearance in Federal Court in Georgia.

The FBI said the threats were made against schools, a business and an airport.

No further information has been released on the circumstances surrounding McWaters' arrest or a possible motive for the threats. It's unknown whether he has hired an attorney.

Federal agents, along with Palm Beach School Police Department, Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office, West Palm Beach Police Department and the Jupiter Police Department continue their investigation.

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