Internet phenomenon "Momo": After chain letter now suicide challenge?

Currently, there are reports in the media about a suicide challenge in connection with the fictional character "Momo". jugendschutz.net has not been able to verify the information yet, but advises caution.

Internet phenomenon "Momo": After chain letter now suicide challenge?

There is a risk that the phenomenon will spread further due to the high level of media attention. "Momo" first became known through a WhatsApp chain letter that frightened children and young people and forced them to forward it with a death threat.

Children and young people should be informed that "Momo" is a fictitious character. If they are contacted, they should not reply, block the contact immediately and contact a trusted person. In the case of specific threats, the police should be informed.

Challenges based on a similar pattern keep popping up, most recently in connection with the "Blue Whale Challenge". You can find more information and possible courses of action here. (Source: jugendschutz.net - Fachkräfte Informationsservice)Further information