The spectacle of cruelty: Why teens are filming their own crime

The Spectacle of Cruelty: Why Teens Are Filming Their Own Crimes

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A disturbing trend has emerged where teenagers are filming their own crimes, sparking public outrage. A recent incident at Masasi High School involved two students sexually abusing a Form 1 student and documenting the crime.

The line between perpetrator and documentarian is vanishing, all before graduation.

This raises questions about the motivations behind such actions. Is it a moral collapse, a desire for notoriety in the digital age, or something darker?

The question is no longer just about the crime itself, but why the impulse to record it is now part of the violence.

Author's summary: Teens are filming their crimes, revealing a disturbing trend.

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NewsDay Zimbabwe NewsDay Zimbabwe — 2025-10-14

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