Knoxville Police Warn of Fake Post about Abandoned Two Year-Old

Knoxville police say the train blew its horn multiple times after seeing the man, but he did not move off the tracks. (Courtesy: KPD) (KPD)

Knoxville Police Warn of Fake Post about Abandoned Two Year-Old

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) The Knoxville Police Department Tuesday alerting you to a fake post making the rounds on social media which officials say is sparking concern.

The post claims that a two year-old child was dumped on the side of a Knoxville road and is currently with officers. It also features the tagline “bump this post,” a sign it is likely false or a scam.

KPD says the department “has not received any reports or responded to any calls of this nature.”

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