That's really my fear; if this is truly a hoax, it only gives more ammo for people to claim that future attacks are hoaxes. I have to feel somewhat relieved if he wasn't actually attacked, but the fact that he possibly orchestrated the attack is so fucking sad and disappointing.
If you're frightened of dying, and you're holding on, you'll see devils tearing your life away. But if you've made your peace, then the devils are really angels, freeing you from the Earth.