Misleading Information Causing Panic
On January 26, a post by the social media account “Nguyễn Ngân” spread widely with the caption: “Critical situation. At Thuận Phước Bridge. 20 lives at stake.” The post claimed that three cars had lost their brakes and plunged into the sea.
This misleading information quickly spread panic among residents of Da Nang.
Police Investigation and Action
Upon receiving reports, the police summoned Mr. C., the individual responsible for posting the false information. Initially, due to fear, he repeatedly denied the allegations. However, with the evidence presented by the police, he eventually admitted to using the account “Nguyễn Ngân” to share inaccurate information, aiming to gain likes and views to boost sales during Tet.
The police issued a warning and did not impose administrative penalties since the individual showed remorse and promptly deleted the post.
Police Advisory
The Da Nang Police Department advises citizens not to disseminate unverified and misleading information that could cause public panic. Administrators of social media pages, groups, and forums should be cautious when approving posts containing similar content.
Conclusion
False information can lead to significant panic and serious consequences. The Da Nang Police have acted swiftly to address this issue and encourage everyone to exercise caution when sharing information on social media.
