Should I tell her parents?

Question

I live in a suburban middle class neighborhood. There is a street lamp on the edge of my property. A couple of weeks ago, I couldn't sleep, so I got up to heat myslef a mug of warm milk. (This usually helps me get back to sleep). Anyway, while the cup was in the microwave heating up, I hear some laughter outside. Curious, I look out my front window, and passing by under the street light I see about 4 or 5 neighborhood teens, about 14-16 years old, walking up the street. They were all girls. Nothing too terribly abnormal so far, only that they were naked. Some had on only underwear, but others were totally naked. The reason I ask, and what has been on my mind, is that I recognized one of the girls. And I know her parents and know that her parents, who are very conservative and religous, would freek over knowing this. My question is this: should I tell her parents what I saw, or just let it go? I have kept it to myself so far.

Answer 1

I think that you should definitely tell her parents. It does not matter whether or not she is conservative or not. She was walking around streets naked. Do you know what that spells? R.a.p.e. That's what she was looking for. And yes, she might not be happy that her parents find out, but you NEED to tell her parents now! If you want to, ask her parents to make you anonymous. But, yes, tell her parents. She might have been drunk (considering the fact that she was walking along the streets naked, making noise in the middle of the night.)

Please tell her parents and do the right thing. If you do not tell her parents it will eat away at your conscience forever. Trust me.

Answer 2

Okay how old are you? Not in a bad way but if you are somewhat young maybe you should talk to the girl yourself. tell her what you saw and explain to her that not only is that degrading it's stupid and extremely dangerous. Rape can happen ANYWHERE ANYTIME she doesn't need to worsen the odds by walking around naked. Talk to her and tell her that as much as you hate to be a party pooper she needs to get her head on straight before you tell her parents. If you feel the need put her on a guilt trip "is this how you repay the people who have given birth to you, by running around naked?" "If you want some attention get it by other ways which won't embarras your parents, eve wonder why you are treated like little kids? Because you act like one. Only a selffish little kid does things without thinking about others. And either way why are you in such hurry to show off you're underdeveloped body?!?!"

YEAH THAT SHOULD WORK

Answer 3

Umm yes I would really tell them, what she did was very wrong and very disgusting, perhaps her parents need to think about getting her some help.

Doing what she did along with those other girls they could of got in serious trouble such as the police arresting them ir a older man or men attacking them.

Answer 4

It seems like this girl was trying to fit in with the wrong crowd but the real question you need to be asking yourself is, If you were in her predicament would you want someone to rat on you? If you do tell her parents, they'll probably tell her that you were the one who saw her and she'll go around hating you.
The only advice I have is for you to give it some thought before you act on it.

Answer 5

I remember being about 15 and walking around at midnight with some friends on a quiet close wearing my bra and jeans. I'm not a slut now i'm a happily married church goer! Why did we do it, no idea just for fun and thrills i think. I personally would not go to her parents the poor girl will be mortified then her parents may tell other parents and it all gets messy and the poor girl was probably just out having silly fun with friends.
But as a responsible adult i see how dangerous this could be so i personally would go straight to her, tell her in a nice way what you saw and that its pretty dangerous so dont make a habbit of it otherwise you will have to go to her parents.
I doubt she'll do it again after that but you've coursed her alot less embarrasment.

Answer 6

What could you hope to accomplish by telling her parents?

You already know that her parents are very conservative and religious and that they would freak out about htis. The girls are probably doing it because, well, they are stupid and 14. Teenagers do stupid things. I would tell the girl. She would probably be so embarrased by it that she would never think about doing it again. Unless you are a male, then don't tell anyone- you would be leaving yourself open to all sorts of trouble. Next time, don't look out the window and save yourself some trouble. :-)

Answer 7

I would confront the girl, let her know that you saw her and you disapprove of her actions. It's inappropriate of her to be outside without any clothes on. Let her also know that she could get arrested for indecent exposure. I would also inform her that if it happens again you will have to let her parents know about it.

Answer 8

Tell your parents FIRST. This may be serious stuff. Who knows if they are getting raped/molested etc.? What is she was drunk? Agaiun, discuss this matter with your parents and they will help you. Whatever you do DONT keep it to yourself because only bad will come. Good luck! Hope I helped.

Answer 9

Honestly, no, I wouldnt say anything to her parents. It's really none of your business and as far as you concern, I'd let the girl know that you know what she was doing and tell her that you doubt that she was the only one who saw her.

Answer 10

I would confront the girl... let her know that her actions are not healthy. Then I would say something to her rents. Being this open makes me wonder if shes that sexually active.