Police urging parents to talk to children about online safety, after fight videos shared

Police are urging parents to talk to their children about online safety after reports videos of fights are being shared to social media.

The Eastern Neighbourhood Policing Team says it's continuing to receive reports of filmed fights being uploaded, as well as young people photographing their bodies and sharing the pictures.

Officers say anyone sending or receiving such images could be prosecuted - and they're concerned youngsters are being harmed if they willingly share or are forced to do so.

They say you should talk to your child about safety and report any incidents to the social media company or police.

Earlier this week, 3FM revealed a Snapchat account was being used to share indecent and violent material from the Island's children.