A 12-year-old boy in West Yorkshire has tragically passed away after attempting a dangerous social media stunt known as the “scarf challenge”—a fatal online trend that continues to claim the lives of children worldwide.
Sebastian, described as “a boy full of dreams, passion, and incredible talent,” was celebrating his younger brother’s First Holy Communion last Friday (June 27) at his family home in Castleford when he was found unresponsive.
“His parents gave him all the love and care in the world—but that one moment online changed everything,” a statement written by the family read.
