03.02.2026 21:17
The case of two sisters, aged 12 and 14, who were kidnapped by someone they met through the online gaming platform Roblox in Florida, USA, has reignited discussions about child safety on digital platforms. While the suspect was arrested during a police operation to rescue the children, the incident once again highlighted the risks present in gaming and social media environments.
Two sisters aged 12 and 14 living in the state of Florida, USA, were rescued by police after being kidnapped by a 19-year-old man they met on the online gaming platform Roblox. The suspect related to the incident has been arrested and referred to the courthouse.
THEY MET ON ROBLOX, COMMUNICATION LASTED FOR MONTHS
According to information provided by authorities, the sisters later communicated with the suspect they met on Roblox through social media applications. It was revealed that the suspect gained the children's trust by maintaining contact for a long time, sending romantic messages, and ordering food for them, while this process was conducted secretly from the family.
THE SUSPECT TRAVELED BETWEEN STATES
The police determined that the 19-year-old suspect came to Florida from another state to meet the children and took them without their family's knowledge. A large-scale search operation was initiated after the girls were reported missing.
As a result of the tracking conducted by the teams, the vehicle used by the suspect was stopped, and the two sisters were rescued unharmed. Authorities stated that the children were not physically harmed but would receive psychological support.
THE 19-YEAR-OLD SUSPECT WAS ARRESTED
The 19-year-old suspect, who was taken into custody, was arrested on charges of kidnapping and violating the custody rights of the children. It was reported that the suspect's judicial process would begin in the coming days.
After the incident, police and experts warned that children communicating with unknown individuals on online gaming and social media platforms poses serious risks, urging families to be more cautious.