Hey admins either ban [removed by staff] again or ban me for calling him out

[big][u]Updated:[/u][/big]

We've looked into this issue a bit further, after more information was submitted.

As this query regarding the [Subject] user has already been made public, and his character made questionable, it would be fair, in this case, to outline the general information that was found.

[i](We had to examine chat logs in this case, as the [Subject] is being accused of possibly criminal activity, which requires escalated investigation.)[/i]


It was reported that [b]the [Subject] had groomed a teen user on SW, and requested pictures from her[/b].

Only a few exchanges between the [Subject] and [Female User] were found:

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[quote][[u]3 years ago[/u]]

[b][Subject][/b]: You never shown me what you look like

[b][Subject][/b]: Are you male or female

[b][Female User | 17][/b]: I posted a selfie tho, but fine

[b][Subject][/b]: When?

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[quote][[u]2 years ago[/u]] [i](The last few exchanges)[/i]

[b][Female User | 18]: [/b]I sadddd, hug meee

[b][Subject][/b]: What's wrong dear[/quote]


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(It is possible, likely, that the [Subject] did interact with the [Female User] in public.
Possibly in the nature of interactions he has had with some other female users on here.

It takes more time and work for us to locate those public interactions, as they would be scattered across many posts.)


We were unable to find clear evidence that the [Subject] was grooming that female user, or any other users on Similar Worlds.

The subject may have been "annoying", "immature" or even a bit "pushy" in asking the user to show a "Selfie" of themselves.

There isn't any indication that the [Subject] asked the [Female User] for anything more than one selfie image.


[b]Importantly, the [Female User] did NOT display their AGE, nor Gender, apparently.

Neither did she appear to make mention of her age, in the exchanges with the [Subject].[/b]

We did not yet find evidence that the [Subject] was aware that the user was 17-18 years old at the time of their interactions,
nor that grooming or abuse was done, or intended.



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Hello all,
We did look into, and hoped to conclude, this matter.

One thing that makes the process a bit difficult and confusing for staff however (which delays a final decision being taken), is when serious claims are being made, to which we cannot yet find evidence to support.

It seems to be repeatedly implied, that the user being complained about: [b]Harasses / Grooms / Abuses, Underaged Girls / Minors / Children.[/b]

To which we cannot yet find any evidence of at all.


We remind again, that we take instances of child abuse/grooming, and claims of such, very seriously, and we are in regular, direct communication with various international law enforcement officials, on a weekly basis, tackling very real cases of predation and child abuse.


[i](Just recently, again, this month):[/i]


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We do understand that there are also numerous claims of general harassment and abuse towards other users (which to be fair, does come from many other users as well, subjectively from both sides of the complaints).

While there are several methods available to help prevent/reduce targeted abuse,
we have already given the user in question a [b][u]FINAL Warning[/u][/b], pending Permanent Suspension, if they continue acting in a similar manner.


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The more serious claim, still to be verified, is that of the user being a predator towards underaged girls:

[quote]He creeps on underage girls on this site and on others.[/quote]

[quote]This place isn't only nicer without child grooming, it is safer[/quote]


Those claims also cause other users to suspect/assume/repeat the same:

[quote]If he is targeting ladies and underage girls he should be BANNED
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From what we can see so far,
the user being complained about, [b]actually has LESS (private/PM) Interactions with any known Minors on this site, than the average Male user on SW[/b], per our generated interaction data.


We have seen very many times on this site over the past years,
when a user is being disliked by numerous others, claims of being a "Pedophile" or "Harassing young girls" regularly emerges,
which tends to gain "support" from other users, provoking emotions, which drives anger and outrage towards the target user, and their reputation is tarnished.


We aren't disputing that those claims could be true, however, we would like clear evidence, before taking some permanent action on a user.


Please do create a Support Ticket, submitting evidence to support these claims (if you haven't done so yet), so that we can work with more clear information.

https://similarworlds.com/support


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As to the user's recent offensive post:

I coincidentally happen to see the post Title in my feed, shortly after the post went live (but I didn't click to open).

I did pause for a moment at it, as at first glance it appeared to be unacceptable content, against the TOS.

Then upon reading the post preview more clearly, it seemed to be one of those "Dark Humor" types of posts (of which there are a lot on here, yet I'm not fond of), and I just and moved on.


I can agree with a user's suggestion, that the post should [u]At the Least[/u] been labeled much differently, as [b][Adult] + [Sensitive][/b].


Nonetheless, the user has already received a Final Warning for his inappropriate behavior so far.



[c=666666][[b]PINNED[/b] as an official SW Staff response to query.][/c]

We want the trash kicked out of here.

So I read most of the points made.

People who are against this thread suggested:

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[i]Block instead of asking the admins to interfere with final decision[/i]

The user has in fact been blocked by the members/women he harassed. By blocking him he has the ability to make one sided narratives and spread them around. Without others being able to reply.

After the block he was also making call out posts that appear harmfuless, but in reality the point was to gather negative things about those he blocked. Very manipulative and cunning. Pretending to be friends with them when he was long blocked for harassment.

Hence, the block did not stop his behaviors. It enabled more of it.
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[i]Reporting[/i] ended up in warning and only temporary suspensions. Since the reports were valid I am unsure as to what exactly people here think are defending?? They were VALID reports.
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[i]We want nice place and call out are against the TOS[/i]

We all want that and I get it. But it's exactly why a call out is needed and I support this and thank you for doing it. Just by pretending a certain problem doesn't exist it doesn't cease to exist.

All other within TOS paths have been taken already and more will be.

This place isn't only nicer without [c=800000][b]child grooming[/b][/c], it is [b]safer [/b]

This place will be better without someone who mocks a rape victim and uses it against them.

I've noticed something over the past few days that "calling out" seems to be the worst thing you can do here. Not being racist, abusive, creepy...those are nothing compared to pointing out that someone is racist, abusive, creepy. "Talking shit" is the highest crime. Yeah? Get over it. Some people deserve to be talked about behind their back because they are creeps that people need to know about.

I f'ing knew it. Andrew confirmed it - anytime someone here is disliked, people automatically scream "pedo!"

It could be some historic figure and if someone doesn't like said figure, "He was a pedo!" Doesn't even have to be someone who is alive or on the forum

And people wonder why claims take so long to investigate. Probably cause admins have to also deal with all the false alarms.

Report him and move on. Calling out people by username is against Terms of Service.

Racist ,race baiter, predator. Gives the site a bad name i know people that quit the site because of him . It might be against tos but people like that need to be exposed at any cost. Also master manipulator as evidenced by the way he gets around being banned.

Nuno privately msged me yesterday after tagging him on that post and asking for an explanation as to why he was never banned years ago when another user brought evidence to him of an attempted extortion. I am not sure if he resolved anything with that other user that holds evidence of the incident but he never got back to me with any updates and I saw that pos is still around so. I don't even know if he even messaged that person that was harassed to investigate again . Whatever lol

He always goes back to going out of his way to insult numberous women and seems to enjoy upsetting them for no reason...

He's interesting and can be entertaining, but certainly not worth the damage he seemingly purposely causes others... even after they've asked/told him to stop.

This may seem like a bunch of people ganging up but it's really just people being honest.

He shouldn’t be allowed here. He is abusive and likes to stir the pot.

Thank you for posting this.

I actually asked [removed by staff] to change the rating on his post so it would be marked as adult and sensitive and his response was extremely patronising.

I have sadly learnt that I cannot stop people posting and joking about rape, and with the feeds messed up I saw this post when my own guards were down. Polite requests do not work.

This is not his first warning.
I still remember, a couple of years back him singling out a SW member and how he wanted to "hate-fuck" her, when he was given a warning he bragged about it continued to harass that user. This is not someone that cares for or respects women.

Just a question........I know we have vigilantes....all of which have a rope and are dying to hang someone else here because those others don't say and act like the vigilantes want them too.....but does that have edges? Where does that end? Pedos are bad...got it.......but guys who solicit others to look at their nude wives and fish for comments about how many want to screw her are acceptable posts???? Politics is bad.......but shitting your pants posts are acceptable??

Who in this group of users determines the "bad" ones we should ban....and who decides what the "good" posts are we should overlook? [removed by staff] is either a constant troll...just to do it....or he is truly someone so ignorant that all should avoid interaction with him. But how many more belong on that list? The Trump cheerleader gang that does nothing everyday but pass along lies, misinformation and conspiracy theories?? (Which BTW is what got Trump and his minions thrown off of all other social media sites...but apparently is Ok here?)

Who among us decides who goes next?

Just my 2/10 of a dime..........

He's racist bald headed creep.

We are on a site where bullies prevail, alas

Does his very presence make your man-coochie quiver in terror?

No Mal..you shouldn't be banned, but I agree, predators shouldn't be allowed here.

How do users get reinstated after having their account banned but able to get their account unbanned to comeback

I'm not updated with the case, but I vote against abusers

Someone’s got a crush on Zoooooonus.
Someone’s got a crush on Zooooonus!

I don't like him but don't understand the uproar - if it offends thee, cut it off (block him)

BlahBlahBlah

"Is it really rape if women become physically aroused while being 'raped'?"
To me that was the final insult, period. I understood he was thrown off the site after posting that.

I have nothing against him

I'd like to add if they do ban you over this they can ban me too. Guy with morals..or guy who makes rape posts.

Alot of POS on this site should be banned but they won't be because it's those POS that keep SW going nice people don't stick around here

I was not aware of this user. Doesnt fall anywhere on my radar, but I do trust you and your judgment. Thanks for the heads up

when you kiss the ass and defend bae when no one else will cause he make your coochie wet and hope he notice your noble effort

We should start a SW Civil War over the issue of [removed by staff].

Pro-[removed by staff] is Confederacy and Anti-[removed by staff] are The Union.

I didn't know this about the guy. I always got on with him but then I find it hard to think that you would make this up.

How did I miss all this geez.

I really hope this is sorted out and there are no repercussions to you MalteseFalcon.

I think you never got blocked because he think you are hawt lady.

Js.

blocked that nitwit months back. 😝

Never liked that piece of shit in the first place. One of my first blocks

Ah man I hated that guy, I blocked him time ago. Proper creep.

You shouldn't have to go. You are so nice. This makes me angry .

[removed by staff] is a righteous dude !

I am sorry this has been happening to you as you are a decent person. I have never had a problem with that user

If he is targeting ladies and underage girls he should be BANNED

AMEN! Trash should be outside!

I like watching that dude.

He’s hilarious to watch when he goes off on users. I personally got a funny vibe from him long ago and just avoided him.

Nothing against him - just I know it’s better not to touch shit cuz it stinks 😷

Wow i didn't know he did this hes usually cool with me I never had problems with him

He’s very toxic. I’ve had him blocked for a very long time.

Damn! It's going down.

I was surprised to see him back.

[image] all the ladies or men who want some d but cant get it from [removed by staff]
hit me up ill show you the best time

He has just been limited for harassing someone:
[quote]We have put several limitations on this user's account, almost preventing the user from doing anything on Similar Worlds.
What has been done: Warned User, Removed Post[/quote]

Screenshots?

I had no idea what [removed by staff] did with minors or the harassment, I just remember him being a bit of a dick to other users, especially in regards to insults and bigotry. That alone IMO deserves a ban if it's a pattern, but now I hear about this I second that [removed by staff] should remain banned.