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Hindustan Times
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- Hindustan Times
'Suspected gang connections, critical evidence overlooked': Giovanni Pelletier's family calls for FBI involvement
Shortly after the body of missing North Carolina teen Giovanni Pelletier was found, a petition was launched to seek justice for the 18-year-old. On August 9, Pelletier's family found his body near the area where he was last seen. Giovanni Pelletier's family calls for FBI involvement (GoFundMe) Pelletier's cousin, Morgan Hull, urged Facebook users to sign the petition, She also shared a post by user Lexie Jay, who claimed that Pelletier was found dead 'under deeply troubling and suspicious circumstances.' 'Multiple counties are involved, there are suspected gang connections, and critical evidence and leads have been overlooked,' Jay wrote. 'We are calling on the FBI to take over this investigation to ensure a thorough, unbiased, and transparent search for the truth.' What does the petition say? The petition has accused law enforcement of not treating Pelletier's case with urgency even after he sent a 'help me' text to his mom before disappearing. It also stressed that his body was found in a retention pond by 'a family friend — not police'. Read More | Giovanni Pelletier disappearance: Is foul play involved? Family of teen 'picked up' up 3 men says 'we're coming for you' 'This case spans multiple counties, involves suspected gang affiliations, and may include interstate elements — all reasons why the FBI should be involved,' the petition said. 'Without proper investigation, key evidence may be lost forever, and those responsible may never be held accountable. Allowing misinformation and investigative gaps to stand sets a dangerous precedent for every missing person case in Florida and beyond.' It added, 'The clock is ticking. Evidence degrades, memories fade, and the trail grows colder with each passing day. We demand an immediate, thorough, and transparent investigation — with FBI involvement — to ensure justice for Giovanni and safety for our communities. His life mattered. His story matters. The public must act now to demand truth, accountability, and justice.' Pelletier's mother, Bridgette, also shared the petition on Facebook, writing, 'PLEASE SIGN & SHARE TO GET JUSTICE FOR MY BABY!!!' Pelletier's family confirmed on social media that the body belonged to him, but Manatee County Sheriff Rick Wells told the New York Post on Monday, August 11, that an autopsy failed 'to make a positive identification.' 'Due to the advanced state of decomposition, further forensic testing is necessary,' the sheriff said. 'Detectives believe the body had been in the pond for multiple days before floating to the surface.' The sheriff added that 'no foul play or trauma was found during the autopsy,' and that 'the cause and manner of death are pending toxicology.'
Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
Jessica Radcliffe Orca Attack Video: Is it a new kind of spamming? Here's why
Jessica Radcliffe Orca Attack Video is fake and has been shared by unverified accounts. Multiple videos circulating on social media claim to show a marine trainer named Jessica Radcliffe being attacked by an orca. These clips, shared across platforms like TikTok, Facebook, and X, allege she died shortly after the incident. However, investigation shows the videos are AI-generated, the person is fictional, and the park mentioned does not exist. Jessica Radcliffe Orca Attack Video Social Media Clips and Suspicious Links Several X users posted short and long versions of the alleged orca attack, with captions urging viewers to click links for 'full videos.' Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass Batch-1 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass - Batch 2 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass - Batch 3 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals By Vaibhav Sisinity View Program Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass - Batch 4 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals Batch 2 By Ansh Mehra View Program Video 1: Shared by user @Aadya655609 claiming to have a 10-minute version. — Aadya655609 (@Aadya655609) Video 2: Posted by @1DASF00D describing it as an unbelievable orca attack. Live Events — 1DASF00D (@1DASF00D) Video 3: Uploaded by @MeerKp20450 with a six-minute clip link. — MeerKp20450 (@MeerKp20450) Video 4: Shared by @Jeni__Vijay claiming to show Radcliffe smiling before the attack. — Jeni__Vijay (@Jeni__Vijay) Another account, @taitaienoko, posted three different women's pictures, all identified as Jessica Radcliffe. All accounts are unverified and share untrusted external links. Also Read: Jessica Radcliffe Orca attack multiple videos surface on social media. Here's which one is real What the Jessica Radcliffe Orca Attack Videos Claim? The videos describe Radcliffe as a 23-year-old marine trainer performing at Pacific Blue Marine Park. They allege she was attacked by a killer whale during a show, rescued after several minutes underwater, and died ten minutes later. One version claims the attack was triggered when menstrual blood mixed with the water. Jessica Radcliffe Orca Attack Video Fact-Check Findings Fact-checking sources including Vocal Media and Kenya's The Star confirm: No credible news reports mention such an incident. No records of a marine trainer named Jessica Radcliffe exist. No such facility as Pacific Blue Marine Park is listed globally. There are no obituaries, marine park statements, or OSHA workplace incident reports. Jessica Radcliffe Orca Attack Video AI-Generated Content Indicators Experts reviewing the clips found: Voices in the footage sound computer-generated, with unnatural pauses and flat tone. Movements in the video show visual artifacts consistent with AI editing. Background details in frames appear inconsistent, another sign of AI manipulation. Also Read: Who is marine trainer Jessica Radcliffe? Here's a fact check on a viral orca attack video. See if it is real or fake Jessica Radcliffe Orca Attack Video No Official Confirmation Real fatal animal attacks are typically followed by immediate local authority reports, media coverage, and official statements from involved facilities. None exist for this alleged orca attack. This absence further supports that the Jessica Radcliffe incident never happened. Risks of Clicking Suspicious Links The circulating posts often include links leading to unverified sites. Clicking such links can expose users to malware, phishing attempts, or scams. Authorities advise avoiding any interaction with these posts and not sharing unverified content. FAQs Is the Jessica Radcliffe orca attack video real? No. The video is AI-generated, the person does not exist, and there is no record of such an incident at any marine park. Why are such fake videos shared online? They are often created to attract clicks, spread misinformation, or lure users to suspicious links that may contain scams or malware.
Hindustan Times
an hour ago
- Hindustan Times
Jessica Radcliffe orca attack video was fake; but these cases aren't. Times when orcas killed trainers
Jessica Radcliffe did not die in an orca attack. Neither is she a real person. Despite a video going viral on social media – mainly Facebook and TikTok – there is no evidence of any marine animal trainer by the name of Jessica Radcliffe, nor are there any reports of a recent orca attack on a trainer. While there are numerous cases where orcas have injured their trainers, there are a few times when there have been fatalities. Image for representation(Unsplash) Needless to say, such a case, where an animal in captivity kills a trainer, would have made headlines. The video being circulated is an AI-generated one, and Forbes noted that its virality may be explained by studies on social media videos, which show that people are primarily drawn to negative content. While this case turned out to be fake, it was based on real incidents that have taken place in the past, which is perhaps why so many people bought into it as well. Here's a look at past instances where orcas in captivity have killed their trainers. Past instances of orcas killing trainers While there are numerous cases where orcas have injured their trainers, there are a few times when there have been fatalities. The most recent one was in February 2010, when Tilikum killed Dawn Brancheau, an experienced trainer at SeaWorld Orlando. Tilikum reportedly dragged her down into the water by her hair, drowning her, though some accounts state that the trainer was dragged down by her forearm. Either way, the autopsy put the cause of death as 'multiple traumatic injuries and drowning.' Tilikum has been involved in two more deaths. In 1999, a man by the name of Daniel Dukes was found naked and draped across Tilikum's back. The autopsy showed he'd drowned and Dukes' body bore bruises, abrasions, and marks consistent with orca bites. The man had reportedly dived into the orca tank after the park closed, which is when the tragedy befell him. In 1991, at the Sealand of the Pacific in Victoria, British Columbia, a trainer fell into the tank. One of the orcas grabbed Keltie Byrne by her foot and pulled her in. Two other orcas – one of which was Tilikum, repeatedly grabbed Byrne, who ultimately drowned, eyewitnesses had said at the time. Reportedly, all three animals blocked her escape, pushing and throwing her around the pool, and continuously dragging her back to the center of the tank each time she tried to get out. Apart from Tilikum, the other two orcas involved were Nootka IV and Haida II. These three aside, Keto is the only other orca known for a fatal attack on a trainer. This took place in December 2009, when 29-year-old Alexis Martinez died during a rehearsal for a show that was to take place on Christmas day at Spain's Loro Parque. Keto rammed into him, drowning him, and while there was initial insistence from the park authorities that this was an accident, they later admitted that the orca's behavior was not 'fully predictable'. The trainer, Alexis Martínez, was deemed to have died of multiple compression fractures and tears to vital organs. He had bite marks all over his body. While these are three instances where people died, there have been numerous instances where orcas in captivity have shown aggressive behavior, and attacked trainers, raising questions about keeping these creatures in such settings. Orcas, or killer whales, are highly intelligent, social predators found all over the world.
