A disturbing new trend on TikTok is sparking nationwide alarm as pranksters use AI-generated images to fabricate home invasions, terrifying family members and triggering SWAT-level emergency responses. Law enforcement agencies across the U.S. are now issuing stern warnings: this viral prank isn’t just dangerous—it could be criminal.
As break-ins grow more sophisticated, homeowners are turning to a digital tool to stay one step ahead of criminals: Google Maps' Street View blur feature. Law enforcement and security experts are now encouraging property owners to blur their homes to prevent criminals from scoping out properties online.