West Chester Township faced a second cybersecurity breach in August 2024 by the same hacking group, targeting its central email server. The incident was reported on Aug. 26, following an earlier breach on Aug. 12, which was quickly isolated. Authorities confirmed no evidence of data theft but initiated forensic analysis while collaborating with the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center, legal counsel, and cybersecurity experts to bolster defenses. The township emphasized media restraint to avoid empowering the hackers by disclosing their identity or dark web activities. This breach aligns with a broader trend in the region, where entities like the Butler County Sheriff’s Office (2020 phishing attack), Cincinnati’s Museum Center, Kroger, and UC Health have faced similar threats. Nationally, cybercrime losses in 2024 reached $16.6 billion, with ransomware identified as the top threat to critical infrastructure. The township’s proactive measures—including system protection and FBI coordination—highlight ongoing vulnerabilities in municipal digital infrastructure.