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California Police Warn Against 'Door Kick Challenge' After Recent Incidents

The Irvine Police Department is warning against the 'Door Kick Challenge,' a viral prank involving kicking strangers' doors. They report over 20 incidents in the past month, highlighting the risks of property damage and violent confrontations. Similar pranks have previously resulted in injuries and fatalities.

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California police are warning residents about the 'Door Kick Challenge,' a viral prank where individuals kick strangers' doors. The Irvine Police Department has received more than 20 reports of such incidents in the past month, leading to property damage and potential confrontations. Recent similar pranks have escalated to gunfire, including a case in Boise, Idaho, where a teenager was injured, and a fatal shooting in Houston. Authorities urge parents to discuss the dangers of these pranks with their children.

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  • The 'Door Kick Challenge' involves kicking strangers' front doors.
  • Irvine police received over 20 calls about door-kicking incidents in the past month.
  • Recent similar pranks have resulted in injuries and fatalities.
  • A 15-year-old was injured in a Boise incident linked to a door prank.
  • An 11-year-old boy died after a similar prank in Houston.
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