Justin David Gaglio, 51, has pleaded guilty in federal court to charges of transmitting interstate threats against an elected official and their family. Between January and September 2024, he sent over 80 threatening messages through the official's website, with one message explicitly stating he intended to 'violently murder' them and their family. Gaglio's actions led to his arrest in September 2024, and he faces a sentencing hearing on September 9. The severity of these threats is underscored by the potential 20-year prison sentence for such offenses, as highlighted by U.S. Attorney Leah Foley.
Justin David Gaglio, 51, pleaded guilty to one count of transmitting interstate threats, stemming from messages threatening to murder an elected official and their family.
Between January 2023 and September 2024, Gaglio sent over 80 messages through the official's website, culminating in a threat to 'violently murder' the official and their family.
The charge of transmitting interstate threats carries a potential prison sentence of up to 20 years, highlighting the seriousness of the offense.
U.S. Attorney Leah Foley emphasized that threats against public officials undermine democracy and will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
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