Roblox has filed a lawsuit against a player who was permanently banned from its platform, claiming he has been harassing and threatening both the company's staff and events.

The rumors that Roblox is shutting down emerged as lawsuits allege the gaming platform is not a safe environment for minors.

YouTuber and Roblox content creator going by the handle “Schlep” was recently banned from the platform after he took matters into his own hands, catching predators Chris Hansen-style.

The Roblox Corporation sued YouTuber Ruben Sim for $1.6 million in November. Following an agreed upon order, the YouTube creator will have to stay off Roblox and pay $150,000 in damages.

Roblox, the online game platform, is battling growing controversies over child safety and banning ‘vigilante’ users.

There are rumors circulating that Roblox will be banned on Sept. 1? So is Roblox actually shutting down? Here's the truth and ...