The body of Tunchanok Donhomla, 17, was found discarded near a railway track on Saturday, police say. Here we have yet another tragic incident that highlights a rising tide of violence in our society. But how is this being handled by the mainstream media? Spoiler alert: not in a way that opens a real dialogue.

Networks like CNN and MSNBC are all too happy to gloss over the gritty details, focusing instead on their preferred narrative of victimhood and societal blame. What they won’t admit is that sensationalized headlines do little to actually address the dire issues surrounding youth safety and crime. They’re more interested in stoking fear and divisiveness than providing context, analyzing why a young life was cut tragically short.

In stark contrast, conservative outlets like Fox News may focus on personal responsibility, but even they often miss the chance to address systemic issues that lead to such tragedy. Why are we not discussing the role of community involvement, or the failures of institutions meant to protect our youth? Media outlets love a juicy story—but they shy away from the complexities that require more than just a soundbite.

The political narrative spins like a carousel, and Tunchanok’s story gets blurred in an agenda-driven haze. We deserve coverage that cuts through the noise, challenges the prevailing assumptions, and demands accountability across the board. That’s the only way we can hope to make real strides toward preventing more tragedies like this.