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Mother Sues Roblox and Discord Over Son's Tragic Death

9/15/2025

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Rebecca Dallas is suing Roblox and Discord after her 15-year-old son, Ethan, died by suicide, alleging he was groomed on their platforms.
The lawsuit claims both apps lack sufficient age verification and safety measures, enabling predators to target children.
Ethan was approached on Roblox at 12, leading to explicit interactions on Discord after parental controls were disabled.
This lawsuit marks the ninth filed by Anapol Weiss concerning child exploitation on these platforms.
Roblox and Discord face ongoing criticism for inadequate safety protocols, prompting calls for improved protections for minors.

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Story summary

Rebecca Dallas is suing Roblox and Discord after her 15-year-old son, Ethan, died by suicide, alleging he was groomed on their platforms.
The lawsuit claims both apps lack sufficient age verification and safety measures, enabling predators to target children.
Ethan was approached on Roblox at 12, leading to explicit interactions on Discord after parental controls were disabled.
This lawsuit marks the ninth filed by Anapol Weiss concerning child exploitation on these platforms.
Roblox and Discord face ongoing criticism for inadequate safety protocols, prompting calls for improved protections for minors.