The Amory Police Department participated in the Play Hard, Click Smart event this weekend, where officers spoke with children and parents about online safety. The event was sponsored by First Assembly of God, the Junior Auxiliary of Amory and Wal-Mart, according to a post from the office of Chief Bowen.
Captain Brad Taylor and Lt. Jake Stanford talked with youth about online gaming safety and ways to stay safe in the digital world. Parents learned about parental controls and what to watch for while their children are online.
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