Both articles are slanted crap. I remember the Shapiros being sure to tell the media about the supposed death threats every chance they got (and they got quite a few chances), and wringing their hands about the "hatred", but I do not remember them telling our local constabulary about them. There's been zero news on that score.
Actually, Mr. Shapiro might want to give up the math gig and start giving drama workshops. The family has a gift in that area.