Dangerous trend shaking social media: Dancing with death!
A life-threatening game played by children in Esenyurt, Istanbul, has caused a major stir on social media. Footage of children fainting after having their necks squeezed has sparked widespread outrage.
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Footage allegedly recorded in Esenyurt, Istanbul, and spread on social media has caused public outrage. The images show children attempting a dangerous trend, with one child being choked until they faint.
A "GAME" THAT PUTS CHILDREN'S LIVES AT RISK
In the videos circulating on social media, it is clearly visible that one child squeezes another's throat, leaving them breathless for a long time and causing them to pass out. The fact that some people nearby watched and laughed as the child who fainted fell to the ground has further fueled the backlash.
THE CALLOUS ATTITUDE OF BYSTANDERS DREW CRITICISM
Another detail that drew attention in the footage was that the people around watched this dangerous situation as if it were a form of entertainment. These images, which show a disregard for the children's lives, have caused a major reaction on social media.