OH Woman Threatened Michigan Politicians In Racist Voicemails: MI AG

BATAVIA, OH — An Ohio woman left racist and threatening voicemails for Michigan politicians, according to Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.

Sandra Bachman, 58, of Batavia, Ohio faces charges of making a false report or threat of terrorism, one count of ethnic intimidation and two counts of malicious use of telecommunications services. Bachman will be arraigned on the charges in-person on March 31.

"This rise in threats against elected officials will not be tolerated," Nessel said in a statement. "Those who think hiding behind a phone or keyboard will prevent them from facing criminal charges are severely mistaken. I appreciate the work done across state lines to bring accountability in this case."

Nessel's office accused Bachman of leaving a voicemail for Michigan state Rep. Sarah Anthony in May 2021, warning her to cancel pending legislation.

"Hay um, need to cancel that bill against the vets, you little traitor. And, um, you won't see the bullet coming, let me tell you that. So, stop this sh*t and you're fired. We'll be coming to Michigan soon to remove you from your post," Bachman's voicemail read.

Officials also said Bachman left a threatening voicemail for Michigan state Rep. Cynthia Johnson in June 2021.

"Well, baby-doll, n***a lip b***h, monkey, we are going to get you. You will die. You are one of the worst offenders. We actually have a tier too, in like points for how much you are worth once we kill you.... You're going to die and I'm happy about it. The whole world will be rejoicing, just know that. Sleep well," Bachman's voicemail read.

The terrorism charge filed against Bachman is considered a felony that carries a penalty of up to 20 years in prison, while the ethnic intimidation charge is a two-year felony. The telecommunications misdemeanor charges carry a six-month penalty.

Reporting from Patch's Dylan Siwicki was used in this article.