Seeking information from social media platforms has become routine for many police agencies, who use it to piece together timelines and behavioral profiles.
Instagram, YouTube and TikTok have entire divisions dedicated to responding to law enforcement inquiries and complying with subpoenas that officers have obtained for user account information.
“I just wish the media would stop trying to blame people for this boy doing this,” she said.
Since the shooting last week, Georgia has experienced a rash of online copycats.
More than a dozen students across the state, including an 11-year-old, have been arrested in connection with threats.
Persons:
Jackson, ”, Paul Raffile, Janis Mangum, “, Sheriff Mangum
Organizations:
YouTube, ’
Locations:
Jackson County, Georgia