SALINE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities in Kansas are alerting parents to a dangerous game with possible unintended consequences.
According to police in Abilene and Salina, for several years now, local high school students have been engaging in a hide and seek style game referred to as "Fugitive."
The "Fugitive" game is played after dark and requires one group of players to reach a pre-determined location before being located by another group of players.
Individuals playing "Fugitive" commonly run down alleyways and through privately owned property as a means of reaching the pre-determined location.
It has been brought to our attention that activities related to "Fugitive" have now escalated to violence, to include organized fighting. These fights have already resulted in injuries and will likely result in criminal charges for involved parties.
Police encouraged parents to speak with your kids about the potential dangers involved in participating in the "Fugitive" game.
While participating may appear harmless, the game can have unintended consequences.For further information one can do an internet search for the "Fugitive" game, and parents can learn additional facts.