Photographs and videos can often tell a story more powerfully than words alone, especially when crimes are involved. However, the use of dramatic photos or footage is not always justified by their _________.

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The use of photographs or videos in news reporting should always be based on their news value, that is, their ability to inform and educate the public about the event being reported. Shock value or commercial appeal are not valid reasons for using graphic images in news coverage, and the legality of using such images may be subject to ethical and legal constraints.

Photographs and Videos Can Often Tell a Story More Powerfully