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2 teens charged after social media challenges take dark turn in Bethlehem
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2 teens charged after social media challenges take dark turn in BethlehemBETHLEHEM, Pa. (WPVI) -- A 17-year-old from Northampton County is facing involuntary manslaughter charges after a social media challenge ended in the death of another teenager this past summer.
She is accused of recklessly driving her vehicle near William Penn Highway in March while her 20-year-old friend stood on the trunk as part of another social media stunt.
Parents in Bethlehem expressed concern over the influence of social media on teenagers.
"I'm happy to say my kids were not on TikTok or social media at all, and they have no desire to," said Victoria Vertel.
The table surfing suspect is being charged as a juvenile with involuntary manslaughter.
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