Sexting scandal rocks Bedford Township schools

Sexting problem growing throughout country

BEDFORD TOWNSHIP, Mich. – The Bedford Township sexting case isn't exclusive to the area.

Schools across America are dealing with the same problem, and it's a problem that is compounded by smartphones.

Should we be surprised that teens are sexting when so many of their favorite celebrities get caught doing it?

Anthony Weiner, Kanye West, Justin Bieber, Brett Favre and Rihanna are among the celebrities who have had their privates go public.

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A recent study on teen sexting made that connection. It also found that boys feel pressure to have pictures of girls and girls feel pressured by boyfriends or even strangers to exchange sexual images.

Jason Colthorp took a look at an example of the trend in Monroe County. You can watch his full story in the video posted above.


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