Ashleigh's Rules
These internet safety guidelines were drawn up by the class-mates of Ashleigh Hall, a 17 year old student at Darlington College. Ashleigh was murdered by 33 year old Peter Chapman, who pretended on Facebook to be a 17 year old boy in order to trick her into meeting him.
- If ever meeting up with somebody who is alien to you or your friends make sure that you meet them in a group of at least two to three, in public and in a well-lit and populated area.
- Inform somebody of where you are going and what time you should be back; also the name of who you are meeting.
- Don't accept anyone on social networking sites that you don't know.
- Remember never to trust anyone who you have met online – you don't know what they are capable of doing.
- Never tell a stranger on network sites or chat rooms anything personal about yourself, such as where you live, or your date of birth.
- Never meet anyone you don't know, simple as.
The students of Darlington College have organised this campaign in Ashleigh's memory, in order that something positive might come from this tragic event.
Please, support their campaign. Follow this code. Be safe on (and off) social networking sites.
Help and Support
Childline – confidential help for children & young adults. Telephone 0800 1111
CEOP Centre – advice for parents, young people & children about online safety
Victim Support Scotland – support and help for people affected by all types of crime