While the Snapchat app is famous for automatically deleting its images once they have been viewed, it appears two childcare workers from New Jersey didn't consider the possibility a recipient may decide to record and save the disturbing footage sent to them.

Upon receiving videos which showed children under the care of Lightbridge Academy encouraged to engage in violent interactions, one stunned Snapchat user immediately contacted the police.

Following an investigation, it has been revealed two former employees of the childcare facility had urged children to punch and hit each other in shocking footage which referenced violent 90s film Fight Club starring Brad Pitt.

22-year-old Erica Kenny and 28-year-old Chanese White were dismissed before being charged with child abuse and child endangerment after the footage came to police attention.
 


Commenting on the disturbing footage while speaking to CBS New York, Union County Prosecutor, Grace Park, said: "About a dozen children - boys and girls between the ages 4 and 6 - just fighting; throwing each other to the ground; hitting each other."

Addressing their employees' disgraceful conduct, Lightbridge Academy released a statement saying: "As parents and caregivers, we are shocked and saddened by this isolated incident and we have assisted the prosecutor’s office from the start of its investigation into this matter."

"While no children were physically harmed during this incident, we have a zero tolerance policy for anyone who acts in conflict with the core value of Lightbridge Academy – the safety and well-being of children," it continued.

Both women could face up to five years in prison if they are found guilty.
 

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