threat, they 're going to have to face the consequences. Internet outrage The case received widespread attention after a blogger who once lived in Steubenville uncovered some of the materials posted to social media sites. The blogger, Alexandria Goddard, wrote pointedly about the possibility that the teenagers had been given preferential treatment because they played on the town's highly regarded football team. Police have denied that claim. Later, the loosely organized hacker group Anonymous got involved, posting a lengthy video in which another teenager -- who has not been charged -- made joking references to the rape. The ensuing ire over the case brought national attention and criticism to the city from around the country, leaving city officials struggling to defend the community and residents weary of the media spotlight. Teen rape trial shines unwelcome spotlight on Ohio town Broader problem Acknowledging the town's frustration, DeWine said Monday that it would be a mistake to focus on one small Ohio community, to think something unique in its culture is behind the incident. I 'm afraid people are going to walk away and say this was all about Steubenville, DeWine said. It's not. It's a cultural problem. I 'll guarantee that there are crimes very similar to this that occur every Friday night and every Saturday night in communities across this country where you have