Schools Ban Camera Phones Amid 'Happy Slapping' Craze

Following yesterday's mention of “happy slapping”, today the Scotsman has a full article on this violent new craze among teenagers which has been plaguing commuters on trains and buses in London.

"The craze has involved groups of teenagers slapping strangers in the face while filming their reactions on mobile phones.

The gangs have targeted people on trains, the Underground and buses in the capital.

Superintendent Mark Newton, of British Transport Police, said: “It is a cowardly form of attack – childish but also criminal.

“These people who think it is all a bit of a jape could end up in jail.”

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