Parents allege Snapchat helps agents deliver drugs to children

By: 600011 On: Feb 4, 2025, 1:36 PM

 

 

Parents allege that Snapchat is providing a way for students to get drugs. The father of a 15-year-old student in Ontario says that an agent delivered drugs, including marijuana and the deadly LSD, to his 15-year-old after meeting them on Snapchat. The allegations are that these people who are introduced through Snapchat are the ones who deliver drugs to children.

Strangers who are introduced through Snapchat form close relationships with children. Children who become friends with these strangers strongly trust these strangers and do as they say. The agents send messages and deliver drugs through Snapchat. Authorities say it's difficult to track down those who delete accounts.

Meanwhile, Snapchat says it's taking steps to prevent drug dealers from abusing its platform. But parents and other observers say the efforts aren't enough.