A group of teens accused of sexting on social media and sharing images of one of their classmates is now facing charges
Teens in Stonington accused of sexting on social media and sharing images of one of their classmates are facing charges.
Authorities said five Stonington High School students used Instagram direct messaging to share graphic pictures, including at least one that showed a fellow classmate. The teens have been charged with unlawful dissemination of an intimate image.
Some teens from nearby high schools told NBC Connecticut they’re worried their peers don’t recognize the seriousness of this kind of action.
"They just don’t have respect for people. They share everything not knowing how much it could hurt somebody," Eli Genese, a Westerly High School junior, said.
The names of the teens involved aren’t being released because of their age.
Stonington police said it’s important for parents to warn their children to never share these kinds of images online or in person because doing so can result in significant, potentially criminal consequences.
