The story of Daniel “DJ” Phillips, 19, of Washington Township, sparked the Local 4 Investigators “Randomly Targeted” series.

Karen Drew was investigating the case of someone having their identity hacked online, and then she realized that it was happening to her.

A group of local high school students says bullying, especially cyberbullying, is a problem in their schools.

There is a call for change and for tougher laws when it comes to cyberbullying.

Michigan’s anti-bullying law requires schools to have policies and plans for bullying.

As a city council person it’s Priscilla Ayres-Reiss’ job to protect and fight for the citizens of Southgate. She had no idea she would become a victim and need someone to fight for her when her Facebook account got stolen.

When rumors about DJ Phillips began spreading after a stranger stole his photos and impersonated him online, nearly everyone believed them. As false information can spread rapidly on social media, a therapist and an OK2Say program specialist are sharing tips on how to keep teens safe online.

A total stranger stole a Macomb County teenager’s photos and videos and decided to upend his life, and there was nothing he could do. A cybersecurity expert shares tips on how to keep it from happening to you.

A Macomb County teen wanted to have a normal high school experience, focusing on classes, playing football, and making memories, not battling a false online identity. But when someone created fake social media profiles using his photos and videos, the impersonation quickly went beyond harmless pranks.

A Michigan teen wanted a normal high school experience. But someone decided to use his photos and videos and create social media accounts pretending to be him.