Dangerous driving videos abundant on social media, police investigate fatal crash

Dozens of videos showcasing dangerous driving, such as high-speed chases and driving on footpaths, are easily discoverable on social media platforms like TikTok. BBC Verify found this content, which violates TikTok's policies against material that could cause physical harm. The platform has since removed identified videos.

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could lead to physical harm

Authorities are taking the issue seriously. Cleveland Police have launched a wide-scale investigation into the criminal activities that preceded a fatal crash. However, they have clarified that there is no evidence to suggest the dangerous driving captured on video was filmed specifically for social media platforms.

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into the criminality which took place prior to the fatal crash

This situation highlights the challenge social media companies face in moderating content that can encourage or document dangerous behavior, even as they work to enforce their policies.

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there is no evidence to indicate that filming of the activities that took place on Friday night and Saturday morning has taken place for the purposes of TikTok