By Max Reinhart, MediaNews Group

An Oakland County mother has filed a federal lawsuit against Roblox, alleging the popular online game platform enabled predators to sexually exploit her 10-year-old daughter.

Attorneys for the mother said Roblox Corp. has created a “breeding ground for predators” and it “prioritizes financial gain over child welfare.” The mother accuses the company of fraud and negligence, and is seeking an unspecified amount in damages.

The case was filed Thursday in the U.S. District Court’s Northern District of California, by the Florida-based Dolman Law Group. The Roblox Corp. is primarily based in San Mateo, California, according to the suit.

“For nearly two decades, Roblox has provided a safe ‘no questions asked’ space for predators to roam freely amongst the very

See Full Page