‘They’re thinking about the likes’: deadly TikTok motorway trend horrifies Ireland
Summary
Five teenagers died and a family of four was seriously injured in Ireland when a car driving the wrong way on a motorway crashed. The teenagers were involved in a dangerous social media trend where they filmed themselves driving recklessly to gain attention online. This event has raised concerns about youth behavior, social media influence, and public safety.Key Facts
- The crash happened on the M9 motorway near Dublin around 3 a.m. on August 16.
- Five boys, aged 15 to 18, died in the crash; all were known to police and some to child welfare services.
- The boys were driving a BMW in the wrong direction, trying to provoke police to chase them.
- A family of four in a Hyundai was seriously injured; they were on their way to Dublin airport for a family wedding.
- The teenagers had posted videos of dangerous driving on social media, especially TikTok.
- Experts say social media encourages risky behavior because young people want attention and approval online.
- The tragedy sparked fundraising efforts raising over €660,000 for the injured family and plans for a local vigil.
- Some online comments were harsh against the teens, causing their families to remove funeral notices.
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