Tag Archives: suicide
MySpace Teens at Risk
In one of our recent blogs called “MySpace Affecting our Teens” we mention how teenagers use the popular social network MySpace more for a popularity contest than anything else, which poses a risk. These risks could range from sexual behavior to violence. We all remember the Lori Drew cyberbully case that made headline news in [...]
Full StoryLori Drew Verdict Could Be Overturned
Orin Kerr, a former federal prosecutor who joined the defense team as a pro bono attorney, says the verdict as it currently stands is problematic. “Most individuals who use the internet violate terms of service,” he said, “and the government’s theory is that — at its discretion — it can bring prosecution in the world [...]
Full StoryJurors Begin Deliberating Over MySpace Hoax
The fate of a Missouri mother accused of conspiring in a MySpace hoax that allegedly led to a 13-year-old girl’s suicide is now in the hands of a jury. In Monday’s closing arguments, prosecutors stressed the emotional component — the suicide of Megan Meier who was allegedly drawn into an Internet ruse devised by Lori [...]
Full StorySuicide Watchers Encouraged Teen During Suicide
The family of Abraham Biggs who killed himself live on the Internet via Justin.tv say they’re horrified his life ended before a virtual audience. They’re extremely upset that no one acted quick enough to save the teen from this final act. The police arrived to find Abraham Biggs dead in his father’s bed. This was [...]
Full StoryFlorida Teen Commits Suicide on WebCam
A message popped up next to the live webcam broadcast of Abraham Biggs lying motionless on his bed, followed by LOL and “hahahah.” Biggs was motionless. The 19-year-old Broward College student really did commit suicide by taking a drug overdose in front of a live Internet audience, as some computer users egged him on and [...]
Full StoryCyber Bully Mom on Trial
This high profile case is starting to sound more like revenge. There are stories brewing that indicate Lori Drew’s daughter was being bullied by Megan Meier. If this is true, than one could believe that this may not only be Lori Drew’s doing, but also here daughters. Lori Drew is accused of preying on the [...]
Full StoryDeath of a Spammer
Convicted spammer Eddie Davidson, who escaped from federal prison over the weekend, killed his wife and 3-year-old daughter before killing himself in what is being described as a murder-suicide. Colorado’s 9News.com said the tragic end of the man known as the “Spam King” was confirmed by the U.S. Attorney’s Office: Escapee ‘Spam King’ dead in [...]
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