Authorities are investigating allegations of cyber bullying incident involving multiple juveniles in Searcy County.
Sheriff Kenny Cassell says his office and the 12th Judicial District Prosecuting Attorney’s Office began the investigation into the alleged bullying using the social media platform “Snapchat.”
Sheriff Cassell says his office learned of the incident April 3. Since then, the investigation has reportedly revealed a web of “posts” to multiple “groups” created by children on Snapchat to taunt and defame the character of their peers.
Cassell says, “Make no mistake. The Searcy County Sheriff’s Office will take all measures to ensure the safety of all children as well as conducting a thorough investigation involving these allegations.”
Investigators are urging parents to monitor their children’s activities on all social media platforms to help identify victims of harassment. Cassell says, “The best way to control cyber bullying is to refrain from the use of any social media platform where users can hide behind false usernames to verbally attack children.”
Anyone with information can contact Searcy County Sheriff’s Office at 870-448-2340.
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