Aubreigh Wyatt dies by suicide after sustained cyberbullying campaign amplified by TikTok

Summary

Aubreigh Wyatt, a teenager from Mississippi, died by suicide in September 2023. Her mother, Heather Wyatt, began speaking publicly about her daughter's death and the alleged bullying she faced, which led to a viral social media campaign. In response, the parents of four girls accused of bullying Aubreigh filed a lawsuit, forcing Heather to remove related social media posts. The lawsuit also included claims against social media companies for their role in cyberbullying. An initial police investigation into Aubreigh's death stalled due to the lack of testimony from Aubreigh. Heather has since shifted her focus to mental health awareness, emphasizing her desire to avoid fostering hate or conflict.