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Kelowna RCMP detachment. (Photo Credit: KelownaNow)
Kelowna RCMP are warning people to be careful what they post on the internet after a man was arrested in relation to a Facebook post.
While the internet can help us access endless information and connect with people around the world, RCMP warn that people also have to be careful. Recently, a man posted inappropriate comments on his Facebook page about being upset at a government office. This agency then complained to RCMP about the expressed anger.
As a result of the complaint, Kelowna RCMP arrested the man. There are no charges at this time, though the potential for charges remains.
“It is important that internet and computer users be mindful that what you post online is there forever and that people reading these posts may misinterpret them differently than the intended message,” said Cpl Joe Duncan, spokesperson for the Kelowna RCMP.
Though many use social media to vent their frustrations, police are reminding residents that if frustration is vented on certain social media sites and threats are involved, this venting can become a criminal offence.
“RCMP take threats very seriously,” says Cpl. Joe Duncan spokesman for the Kelowna RCMP. “The Kelowna RCMP will investigate the matter thoroughly and lay the appropriate criminal charge.”
A similar event occurred in late January after a UBCO student was arrested as a result of a Facebook post that suggested damage to the campus library.
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