In Raasepori, Finland, police are investigating a case where three boys under 15 years old allegedly climbed a TV mast. According to the West Uusimaa police, the boys were intercepted near the site after being spotted on surveillance cameras operated by Digita. Although they had left the area by the time emergency services arrived, their actions have raised significant safety concerns. The climbing incident was reportedly inspired by a challenge circulating on social media.

The West Uusimaa emergency services have issued a strong warning about this dangerous and recurrent phenomenon, stressing that climbing on masts poses extreme risks. The police have previously expressed concern about youth climbing activities, particularly after several incidents in recent months where young people attempted to scale tall buildings and structures. Just on January 1st, two similar climbing incidents were reported, underscoring a worrying trend.

Authorities urge parents to educate their children on the dangers associated with such reckless behavior. Climbing high structures not only poses risks to the individuals involved but can also lead to severe emergency situations, requiring police and rescue services to respond. This ongoing issue highlights the need for greater awareness and preventive measures concerning youth safety in relation to social media challenges that encourage dangerous activities.