This month in Memphis, a teen was shot in the head while playing what is called “The No-Lackin’ Challenge,” which kids pull loaded guns on their unsuspecting friends. The teen accused of pulling the trigger in that case is facing charges of reckless endangerment and unlawful possession of a handgun.
While there haven’t been any local incidents involving “The No-Lackin’ Challenge” there have been other dangerous viral stunts.
A Warren County teen was taken to the hospital in January for trying the “Tide-Pod Challenge.”
In Miamisburg, teen Joseph Fernandez was killed while attempting to let a train pass over him. His family said the teen was trying to recreate an internet stunt.
Gathers-Hutchins said there are things parents can do to try and help their child not become susceptible to these types of stunts.
“Help their kids engage in some problem solving skills, working through some problems about what’s safe and what’s not safe,” the psychologist said, adding that it’s important to talk to your children about what is going on in their lives.
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