RNC warn be wary of online social media profiles

    Wednesday, 13 September 2023 07:00

    By Tonya Organ

    Cst. James Cadigan says everyone should be wary about speaking with people online that you do not know personally.

    RNC are asking parents to speak to their children about the dangers of social media. Markus Hicks of Paradise is facing 50 charges related to sexual violence on the Northeast Avalon. On August 23rd, received information related to the use of fictitious identities, social media applications, and concealment to arrange sexual acts. Cst James Cadigan says Hicks was charged with more offences on Monday as  result of an ongoing investigation. Cadigan says everyone should be wary about speaking with people online that you do not know personally. Always report suspicious activity and people to the RNC.

     

    To report an error, submit a news tip, or provide feedback, please e-mail news@bayfm.ca or call (709) 637-0183.

    More from Local News

     

     

     

    BayFM recognizes support from the following agencies:

                        

    Today's Weather

    • Corner Brook

      Heavy snow

      High: 1°C | Low: -3°C

    • Deer Lake

      Sleet

      High: 3°C | Low: -2°C

    • Stephenville

      Heavy snow

      High: 0°C | Low: -2°C

    Recently Played

    Podcasts

    • Center Stage with Stella

      Center Stage with Stella

      Center Stage with Stella, February 12, 2026

    • BayFM On-Demand

      Trash Talk Thursday , February 12, 2026

      Today we learn about plastics

    • The Plain Truth

      The Plain Truth, Wednesday February 11, 2026

      Paula Sheppard’s guest this week is Dan Meades, Provincial Coordinator for the Transiton House Association of NL.