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A koala dragged behind a car in Victoria, Australia, sparked a viral misinformation storm after a state MP’s office falsely claimed the suspect was dead—only to later backtrack and apologize. The activist who first contacted officials had been seeking updates on charges, but the office’s error sent shockwaves online. No charges have been filed yet, and the Conservation Regulator continues its probe, while the MP stays silent. A cautionary tale about how quickly false info spreads—even from official sources—and why accuracy matters in sensitive cases.

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