Federal Lawsuit Alleges Roblox, Discord Negligence in Protecting Galveston Girl from Predator

A federal lawsuit has been filed against Roblox and Discord, alleging the platforms failed to protect a 13-year-old girl from Galveston, Texas, who was groomed and sexually assaulted by a man she met on these services. The suit claims both companies prioritized profits and user growth over implementing effective safeguards to protect minors, even while marketing themselves as child-friendly spaces. The incident reportedly involved the predator recording the abuse after entering the victim's home, despite the family's use of parental controls and disabled chat features. Attorneys involved in the case argue that such failures are not isolated, with law firms investigating hundreds of similar cases nationwide. The lawsuit is part of a broader push by parents, attorneys, and state officials for greater accountability and systemic change in how tech platforms protect young users from exploitation. Experts advise parents to remain vigilant about their children's online activities, emphasizing that platforms alone do not provide adequate safety.