Cops who can't crack Idaho murder case now threaten internet sleuths with 'criminal charges' for engaging in 'harassment' fueled by spread of 'misinformation'
Moscow Police Chief James Fry condemned the high volume of speculations and rumors surrounding the murder of four University of Idaho students.
December 9, 2022
The police have now threatened criminal charges against those who harass others due to the spread of misinformation
Fry instead called on the public to rely on police and official agencies for information regarding the grizzly stabbings
However, it's the few details and contradictions from police that has led to widespread theories spreading across the internet over the murders
The local police have been widely criticized for bungling the investigation
The Moscow Police Department, who have yet to make much headway investigating the murder of four University of Idaho students, have said they will now crack down on internet sleuths.
As last month's brutal stabbings captured the nation's attention, sleuths on the internet began posting popular theories about the murders to fill the void from the Idaho police, who have been criticized for sharing little and repeatedly contradicting themselves.
Speaking on Friday, Moscow Police Chief James Fry condemned the high volume of speculations and rumors surrounding the case, saying police have the sole authority to discuss the facts of the case.
'We want people to pay attention to what we're putting out there because that is accurate information, and anything that comes from other sources is either rumor or speculation,' Fry said.
Following his statement, the police department said: 'Anyone engaging in threats or harassment whether in person, online or otherwise needs to understand that they could be subjecting themselves to criminal charges.
'Moscow Police Department cautions the public not to rely on rumors and remains committed to keeping the public informed. We urge reliance on official channels for accurate information.'
No good cops.