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Safeguarding Alert: Distressing Content Online

⚠️ We are aware of a serious incident in Belfast where graphic video footage is being widely shared online.

Police have declared this a critical incident and are asking the public not to share or repost the footage.

 

What parents need to know

  • The content is highly distressing
  • Children may see it without searching, via social media or messaging apps

What you can do

  • 🛑 Do not search for or view the footage
  • 📵 Do not share or forward it
  • 💬 Talk to your child if needed, and reassure them
  • 👀 Monitor online activity

If your child is affected or you have concerns, please contact the school.

👉 Read further advice from Safer Schools - This information/advice is intended for parents, carers, and professionals and is not intended to be shared with or read by children or young people.