This month in Memphis, a teen was shot in the head while playing what is called âThe No-Lackinâ Challenge,â 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 havenât been any local incidents involving âThe No-Lackinâ Challengeâ there have been other dangerous viral stunts.
A Warren County teen was taken to the hospital in January for trying the âTide-Pod Challenge.â
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.
âHelp their kids engage in some problem solving skills, working through some problems about whatâs safe and whatâs not safe,â the psychologist said, adding that itâs important to talk to your children about what is going on in their lives.
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