New York State Police Warn Parents About Roblox After Children Targeted by Predators

On September 3rd, New York State Police issued a warning to parents after a reported threat involving the online gaming platform Roblox. Investigators launched a review when a Taconic Hills Central School District student was allegedly targeted through the platform. Roblox, which bills itself as “the ultimate virtual universe that lets you create, share experiences with friends, and be anything you can imagine,” is one of the most popular games among children and teens, with millions logging in daily.

Fortunately, the threat turned out to be unfounded. In a statement, police confirmed that Roblox worked directly with investigators and emphasized:

“Roblox worked closely with investigators, and the report was confirmed to be false. There is no danger to the school or the community.”

Even though this specific case posed no real risk, state police used the incident as a chance to remind parents about digital safety. They urged families to stay vigilant by following several key practices:

-Know who your children are interacting with online.

-Use parental controls and privacy settings to help protect them.

-Encourage your children to speak up if they see or hear something suspicious.

-Report concerning online behavior to law enforcement right away.

Police concluded their post with the message: “Together, we can help keep our kids safe both in school and online.”

The New York alert comes as Roblox faces mounting criticism elsewhere in the country. In August 2025, Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill filed a lawsuit against the platform accusing it of exposing children to predators and inappropriate material.

“Roblox is overrun with harmful content and child predators because it prioritizes user growth, revenue, and profits over child safety,” Murrill said in a statement announcing the suit.

According to the lawsuit, a Louisiana man was arrested for allegedly possessing child sexual abuse material. Authorities claim the individual used voice-changing software to “mimic the sounds of a young female” in order to lure minors into exploitative situations on Roblox.

Although New York has not filed a lawsuit like Louisiana’s, state police are highlighting the case as an example of why parents should remain alert when it comes to online safety.

New York State Police Warn Parents About Roblox After Children Targeted by Predators