Debunking the Viral Death by Massage Video
A viral video claiming a man died from a neck massage at a salon is debunked as false by PTI Fact Check. The video was scripted for social awareness and entertainment, not depicting a real event. Investigations reveal misleading social media posts, clarifying the video's fictional nature.
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A viral video on social media, depicting a man purportedly dying from a neck massage at a salon, has been proven false by the PTI Fact Check. The video, originally created for social awareness and entertainment, was misleadingly shared as a genuine incident.
Posts claiming the man's death have garnered widespread attention, including a Facebook user stating, 'He died while getting a massage.' However, investigative efforts, including a reverse video search, revealed the video was uploaded by a YouTube channel renowned for its scripted content.
The video, found on the '3RD EYE' channel, initially aimed to entertain. Further investigation showed the man smiling and unharmed in a follow-up scene. Thus, the alarming narrative was entirely fictional. The PTI Fact Check Desk offers verification services for similar viral claims.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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