Woman's Tragic Accidental Death Fuels Social Media Speculation

Nicola Bulley, 45, drowned in January after falling into a river in Lancashire, England, while walking her dog.
A coroner ruled Bulley's death an accident, citing cold water shock, and found no evidence of suicide or foul play.
Bulley's family criticized "wildly inaccurate" speculation about her death on social media, though some had accused authorities of mishandling the case.
Lancashire police faced criticism over publicizing details about Bulley's personal life during the investigation but said there was never evidence of third-party involvement.
The case highlights the real-world harm that can result from the spread of misinformation on social media platforms, even with the best of intentions.