A schoolboy lost consciousness and bit through his tongue while playing a 'choking game' which has become popular online. Parents are being warned about a social media craze which led to a schoolboy being rushed to hospital.
Lancashire Police says it was called out to a school in Chorley, near Bolton, after a number of youngsters took part in the 'tap out' challenge yesterday (July 5). The craze involves a person putting their arm around the neck of another and applying pressure until they 'tap out', indicating that the game should stop.
In yesterday's incident, a 12-year-old boy had to be rushed to hospital for treatment after biting his tongue while passed out. He has since been discharged while officers continue their investigation.
