FBI says Houston Stadium threat does not appear credible

FBI Houston said an online threat involving Houston Stadium does not appear credible, even as investigators continue working to trace where it came from.

The FBI said it is working with local, state and federal public safety partners to look into the communication and determine who is behind it. Officials also urged the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity or individuals to law enforcement.

Security response

The threat surfaced online during World Cup coverage in Houston, where Houston Stadium is serving as a venue for tournament play. Houston Chronicle live updates earlier on Monday noted that the FBI had found no indication the threat was credible.

A fuller report later that day said FBI Houston had publicly downgraded the threat while investigators kept tracing its source.

What officials have said

So far, authorities have not publicly identified the person or account behind the message. They also have not said whether the communication was a hoax, prank or deliberate attempt to intimidate attendees.

The main public message from law enforcement is caution rather than alarm: the threat does not appear credible, but the investigation is still active.