NEW YORK (Echosphere News) — As nearly 150 world leaders convened in Manhattan for the U.N. General Assembly, the U.S. Secret Service successfully dismantled a hidden telecom network that posed a significant threat to the city's communications infrastructure, potentially exacerbating vulnerabilities during a critical time.

The extensive network comprised over 300 SIM servers and 100,000 active SIM cards, strategically located within 35 miles of the United Nations. Experts from the Secret Service stated that the system had the potential to incapacitate cellular networks, disrupt emergency calls, and flood communication channels with chaotic transmissions, ultimately undermining public safety.

Officials expressed concerns about the implications of such exposure, especially with international leaders in the city. Agents noted that the incident underscores a troubling trend of attacks targeted at essential infrastructures, putting modern cities under greater risk.

A Larger Investigation Reveals Telecommunications Threats

The discovery was part of a broader investigation into telecommunications threats against high-profile governmental officials. The servers exhibited characteristics akin to massive networks of mock cellphones capable of sending mass communications, overwhelming local networks, and facilitating illicit encrypted communications.

“This system's destructive capabilities cannot be overstated,” remarked Matt McCool, Special Agent in Charge of the Secret Service’s New York field office. “It could effectively shut down cell towers and impede all forms of communication during significant events, leading to potential catastrophic outcomes.”

Despite the alarming findings, officials reported no direct plans to disrupt the U.N. Assembly and confirmed no credible threats to the city at large.

Forensic investigations are ongoing, as authorities suspect that foreign entities may have used the network to engage with criminal organizations and terrorist factions. McCool mentioned the immense task ahead, analyzing extensive communication data.

An Extensive, Costly Network

Upon raiding the locations, agents encountered sophisticated setups, revealing an organized enterprise with millions invested in the equipment. The network was reportedly capable of dispatching up to 30 million text messages per minute, demonstrating a serious threat level.

The director of the Secret Service, Sean Curran, emphasized prevention in protecting public officials, assuring that such networks will be dealt with swiftly and formally.

McCool cautioned against underestimating similar networks that might exist elsewhere in the U.S., reinforcing the necessity for ongoing vigilance against communication-related threats.