Roblox Sued Over Teen’s Suicide and Online Grooming Allegations

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The mother of a 15-year-old boy who died by suicide is suing Roblox and Discord, alleging they failed to prevent a predator from grooming her son online, leading to his death. The lawsuit claims the platforms' lack of adequate safety measures and user verification allowed the predator to exploit Ethan, who was coerced into sending explicit images. The case highlights concerns over online safety for children on these platforms.
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