Dubai police have issued a strong warning about deadly online challenges involving skull-breaking and choking acts that are widely shared on social media. These challenges pose severe risks, especially to young people, and can result in serious injuries or death.
Key Points of the Warning
- The challenges are life-threatening and should not be imitated under any circumstances.
- Families are urged to talk openly with their children about the dangers of such harmful content.
- Authorities are discouraging participation in or sharing of videos related to these dangerous acts.
Community and Parental Role
Parents and guardians have a crucial responsibility in:
- Guiding children to understand the risks of these challenges.
- Helping youth cope with social media pressures that can lead to dangerous behavior.
- Monitoring children’s online activities to prevent exposure to harmful trends.
Actions Taken by Dubai Police
- Closely monitoring online platforms for the spread of harmful content.
- Taking enforcement actions to prevent these challenges from gaining traction.
- Encouraging community members to report any knowledge of these challenges immediately.
Keeping the community safe remains a top priority for Dubai’s law enforcement in the digital age. Citizens are advised to stay vigilant and cooperate with authorities to combat these dangerous online trends.
