Social media posts are increasingly scrutinized in criminal investigations, with law enforcement and courts treating threatening online statements as potential evidence of crime.

Social media has become an integral tool for law enforcement agencies to investigate crimes, gather evidence, and even prevent criminal activity. Public posts, comments, photos, and videos shared online often provide valuable insights that police can use to identify suspects, corroborate witnesses’ accounts, and establish timelines. Due to the widespread accessibility of these platforms, information posted on social media is increasingly scrutinized in criminal investigations.

People should exercise caution when sharing content on social media, as their posts may be inspected by law enforcement and could be used

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