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Canada school deaths suspect created shooting simulator on gaming platform
Roblox says it has removed account after massacre that left nine people including the shooter dead
TL;DR
- The suspect in a British Columbia high school shooting created a mass shooting simulator on Roblox.
- Roblox has removed the suspect's account and associated content, stating they are cooperating with law enforcement.
- The simulator had minimal visits as it was only accessible via Roblox Studio.
- The shooting resulted in nine deaths, including the suspect, a teacher, students, and the suspect's mother and stepbrother.
- The incident raises concerns about 'gamified violence,' where elements of video game design are used in real-world attacks.