A viral social media post mistakenly claimed that Officer Katie Cunningham, a police officer, had gone missing in Buckeye, Arizona. Her actual employer, the Great Falls Police Department in Montana, quickly debunked this rumor, ensuring the public of her safety. The Buckeye Police Department advised residents to remain vigilant against such scams, emphasizing the importance of verifying information before acting. Key discrepancies, such as incorrect height and outdated images, helped identify the post as false, highlighting the need for caution online.
A viral rumor about Officer Katie Cunningham being missing in Buckeye, Arizona, is false; she is actually a police officer in Montana and is safe.
Authorities confirmed that this was a scam, highlighting the importance of verifying details in social media posts before sharing or acting.
Great Falls Police Department confirmed Cunningham's safety, while urging public vigilance against misleading information and encouraging users to report such posts.
Police emphasized that users should not only be suspicious of unverified posts but also educate others to prevent the spread of misinformation.
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