Press Release: Sheriff Tina Nieto Releases Statement Regarding Unsubstantiated Threats Against California

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March 11th, 2026

A message from Monterey County Sheriff Tina M. Nieto:

The Monterey County Sheriff's Office is aware of concerns being raised by the public about a possible planned attack on California by Iran. We have been receiving multiple calls throughout the afternoon from concerned residents regarding this information. The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office has been in contact with our federal partners since the beginning of the conflict and can confirm that THESE THREATS ARE UNSUBSTANTIATED.

We ask that the public exercise caution and not share unverified and non-credible information so as to not cause unnecessary fear and panic in our communities.

The Monterey County Sheriff's Office will continue to communicate with our federal partners. If we are made aware of any credible and imminent threats to California or Monterey County, we will communicate this information to the public through our social media platforms and through the local media.

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