The Brief
- Officials in Pennsylvania are warning against the dangers of social media challenges after a teen died and another suffered ‘catastrophic head injuries.’
- Prosecutors and the victim’s families are not pursuing incarceration after it was determined that both tragic incidents appeared to be accidental.
- Officials decided to publicize both cases to serve as a warning to others – especially young people – about the dangers of social media challenges.
PHILADELPHIA – Authorities in Pennsylvania are warning against the dangers of social media challenges after two recent cases ended in tragedy.
What we know:
The Northampton County District Attorney’s Office shared details about two incidents involving teens and young people participating in social media challenges.…