Online trend could be putting children in danger [Video]

BEAUMONT, Texas — A trend that is sweeping the internet has parents posting information of their children online that could fall into the hands scammers and predators.

Students across Southeast Texas are returning to the classroom for the new year and Charles Teel, owner of a Beaumont cybersecurity firm says these criminals are taking notice online.

“These criminals they’re gonna do research to find out what they can about their target,” said Teel

Teel says it doesn’t take long for scammers to find easy prey, and it is all thanks to social media.

“If you’re putting it online, just assume that the whole world, including the bad guys, are going to be able to see it,” said Teel.

The social media trend involves a child holding a chalkboard that show details like their name, age, grade and …