Michigan: Sault Tribe leaders say they won’t pay ransom after cyber attack

Friday, February 28, 2025 2:59 PM
  • Roxanne Werly, WPBN

Leaders with the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians are explaining the next steps after a cyber attack.

Nearly three weeks ago, a ransomware attack disrupted government offices, health clinics, casinos and other businesses throughout the Upper Peninsula.

A week after the attack, the community was still running on limited services as leaders worked with cyber security experts.

Friday, Tribe Chairman Austin Lowes issued a statement on the next steps of the investigation.