ROP issues statement to debunk misleading reports of school trip incident

Muscat: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has officially refuted claims circulating on social media alleging that a student was assaulted during a school trip. In a formal statement, the authority confirmed that the information being shared is entirely false and misleading, clarifying that no such incident took place.

The police response follows the rapid spread of a message on platforms such as WhatsApp, which caused significant concern among parents and the local community. The ROP emphasized that there is no truth to the reports regarding an alleged assault on a student while on her way to a school trip and urged the public to refrain from sharing unverified news.

Authorities highlighted that spreading such rumours can create unnecessary panic and undermine public confidence. The public is encouraged to rely on official channels for accurate information and to verify the authenticity of messages before forwarding them online to prevent the circulation of misinformation.