BRANSON, Mo. ( KTVI — According to Google Trends, various subjects were looked up in Missouri on Thursday morning, including sports, weather, and the lottery. Additionally, one particular query stood out: Was Casey Anthony running a daycare in Branson, Missouri?
A Facebook post has been spreading and attracting attention among users after being shared from a page called, “Branson Area Breaking News,” It features an image of Anthony along with a detailed caption about the "grand opening ceremony" for her new " Bright Futures Learning Center."
The message indicates, "there are differing opinions among parents in the neighborhood regarding Anthony’s participation in child care due to her contentious history. Nevertheless, numerous individuals voiced their belief that her expertise and commitment could lead to positive outcomes for the kids under her care."
In 2008, Anthony found herself at the forefront of public interest following the disappearance of her 2-year-old daughter, Caylee. The mysterious events leading up to Caylee’s eventual discovery several months later resulted in charges against Anthony for allegedly murdering her child. Although the jury didn’t convict Anthony of murder, she was convicted for providing misleading information to law enforcement officials.
The Facebook post appeared on April 8, and although certain individuals immediately recognized it as a falsehood, others started believing in the change and criticized Anthony.
The biography segment of the Branson Area Breaking News page indicates that it is a satirical news outlet and operates as a parody account. Consequently, the posting about the daycare should be regarded as untrue.
This isn't the first instance of such a myth circulating. Back in 2016, Snopes published an article checking the facts. debunking the alleged rumor That Anthony planned to open a daycare in her home state of Florida.
Although Anthony has largely stayed away from the spotlight since being released from prison in 2011, her name made headlines again lately as She became part of TikTok in March. , to " reintroduce" herself as a legal advocate.
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