West Bloomfield police warn of dangerous ‘AI homeless man’ prank

WEST BLOOMFIELD, Mich. – West Bloomfield police are warning residents about a dangerous new social media trend known as the “AI homeless man prank.”

The prank involves using artificial intelligence to create fake but realistic images of homeless people inside someone’s home.

The images are then sent to a family member or roommate, leading them to believe an intruder has broken in.

Police said the TikTok trend has now reached Michigan, with a recent incident reported in West Bloomfield.

Investigators caution that the prank can cause panic, provoke violent reactions, and tie up emergency resources.

Authorities urge the public to be cautious and not fall for such hoaxes, emphasizing the potential risks involved.