“We are concerned that, through online communications, some young people may be sharing images of weapons and encouraging serious youth violence,” one letter to parents read.
“I would encourage you to take this opportunity to check your child’s phone and more broadly, continue to manage and monitor their internet use.
“You may wish to initiate a conversation about the risks associated with carrying weapons and where you have a significant concern, check their bags for weapons that may be being carried for ‘protection’ or with intent to do harm.
“You may also wish to tell your child to avoid unnecessary travel through the city centre area this Friday,” it continued.
Snapchat and Tiktok were contacted for comment on the “Bristol War” posts.
They declined to comment on the specific posts but said their community guidelines stated any content glorifying violence, containing threats or promoting crimes would be removed from their platforms.
