May 13, 2005
Does 'happy slapping' exist?
Does Happy Slapping exist?
'Reports suggest a new craze in which young people slap strangers and film the assault on mobile phones is on the increase. But does this trend actually exist or is it the product of media hype?
It is thought the craze originated in south London
A new breed of violence is sweeping the nation, if media reports are to be believed.
“Happy slapping” is thought to have originated as a craze in south London six months ago, before becoming a nationwide phenomenon, police and anti-bullying organisations have claimed.
Videos of the slaps are reportedly sent to other mobile phones and posted on the internet.
Earlier this week, Surrey Police made an arrest after an 11-year-old child was slapped at a Leatherhead school.
Reports of such violence are becoming increasingly common.'
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Posted by Darren at May 13, 2005 11:18 PM
