Noblesville, IN – The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office is alerting parents and teens this week to the dangers of the so-called “TikTok Knocking Challenge,” a viral trend that allegedly involves teens aggressively banging on doors late at night and then running away while recording the act for social media.
According to a public advisory posted Thursday on the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office’s official Facebook page, the department warns that what may seem like a harmless prank can lead to serious legal consequences, property damage, or potential injury if a confrontation occurs. The agency emphasized that the behavior is not just unsafe, but also a potential criminal offense that could result in police involvement.
Officials state that the trend, which has been circulating widely on social media, is primarily being carried out by teenagers. “It’s not a trend worth trying. It’s not safe,” the Sheriff’s Office stated. The post urges parents to speak with their children about the real-world consequences of these viral stunts and to discourage participation in any social media challenges that involve trespassing or disturbing others…