Gardaí Warn: AI Prank Diverts Emergency Resources
Gardai have issued a stern warning to the public about a social media prank involving AI-generated images of intruders. The prank, started by a group called 'AI Security Watch', has led to a surge in hoax burglary reports, diverting valuable resources from genuine emergencies. The prank involves AI-generated images of a man, often depicted sitting on furniture or even in people's beds, placed into the homes of those who receive the images. This has caused alarm among recipients, leading them to believe there's an intruder in their home and prompting them to make emergency calls. Gardai have urged the public not to engage in this prank, highlighting the serious consequences. Legitimate emergency calls may not receive the urgent attention they deserve due to these hoax reports. The waste of garda resources is a significant concern, as callouts for these pranks divert officers from responding to genuine emergencies. An Garda Síochána is aware of the trending prank and has called on the public to refrain from participating. Gardai have warned that such pranks could have serious implications, potentially delaying responses to real emergencies. They urge everyone to consider the consequences of their actions and refrain from engaging in this social media trend.
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