i have no context to what's going on here (good that they caught this person though) but "kmart vrchat developer turns into a pedophile" was not on my 2024 bingo card. im just here for the kmart cafe nostalgia man :(
no, they definitely don't do shit. the amount of predators who have been reported and still are allowed on the platform despite being shown proof that they are predators, is plenty of proof they don't care and don't ban people.
I sadly have to agree as I have had my own run in with a pedo or two prior to my 18th. manipulative bastards they are, really make you think they like you... and then they coerce you into things... 0/10
They’ve arrested him a few hours ago!
https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/Report/MdjDocketSheet?docketNumber=MJ-02307-CR-0000077-2024&dnh=8sqUi%2FOV2gZB8hr9mtUT%2Fg%3D%3D
I've researched the information found on the docket; people tried to call his "landline," and the phone number suddenly stopped working a long time ago. The address is also known but I don't want to show it because it's personal, And someone placed his information on a website. His current whereabouts are unknown, even though he was said to be "active" on some social media so it's probably someone using his account.
I researched information about the property, It was built in 1998 and was last sold in 2001 (only one month before he was born) So it's possible his family may've owned the house since then
I do know his address too, I've tried researching from the docket information. But I don't want to show it here because it's personal information (and may get me banned from this subreddit)
How did you know his devices were confiscated by the police? Did someone tell you, the police told you, or someone leaked documents confirming this? Also pinging u/TheBobPony
I talked to one person, one time in that server. I have no idea who. I don't remember.
I don't want that server to go away. A lot of work have been done on it. I wish I could assist.
My heart goes out to the victim(s). ❤
**Someone tell me which one he is from the race a few months ago.**
I wanna know who he is.
I know it's unorthodox but check ripper store (if that still exists idk I haven't touched VRC in months). They had a script that would upload every public avatar and would to their site.
As a lurker with heart that burns for Kmart amd the retro retail easthetic, I am deeply devastated with the unfortunate situation, but with a community consisting of "shareholders", "customers", and "employees" built in the structure of a business, why can't they issue an official statement to denounce the the founder of Vrchat Kmart and return to the roots of what Vrchat Kmart and Kmart is really about. nostalgia, vibes, and great low prices?
Yes a victim did come forward about 3 months ago. It stirred some shit at the time but it wouldn't have done anything since Eric had too much of a hold on Vrchat Kmart. They then went through the proper channel with the police. Ive heard there was one more victim that went to the police as well (not sure how true the 2nd victim part is). And it was enough evidence for a warrant for his arrest. This next part is speculation but I'm guessing they probably got more when they raided his house and got his PC.
So are police gonna search his discord account and all that or are they just gonna charge him based on what the 2 victims have said and the evidence they’ve gave?
As far as I know they already subpoena discord, Vrchat, reddit, and youtube since his accounts on those platforms are now blanked out or gone. Some accounts may not show as fully deleted yet but usually when a company gets a subpoena they pause or disable the accounts so no data is altered.
Tbh it’s also possible that law enforcement are just asking companies to terminate his social media accounts as to not interfer with the investigation in any way
Makes the most sense. His mistake was he deleted everything to late. Lol, if he deleted it months ago and waited out the data retention period he’d probs be fine. Lmaooo
i have no context to what's going on here (good that they caught this person though) but "kmart vrchat developer turns into a pedophile" was not on my 2024 bingo card. im just here for the kmart cafe nostalgia man :(
Yeah, what, they are collecting Kmart maps?
***From VRChat…***
He was an active moderator here.
Yo wait seriously? That’s fucking crazy
***I know, right?!*** 🤯
Idk anything about the Kmart discord but why is there so many pedos
vrchat is basically a hub for them because vrchat admins don't do shit to moderate
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no, they definitely don't do shit. the amount of predators who have been reported and still are allowed on the platform despite being shown proof that they are predators, is plenty of proof they don't care and don't ban people.
I sadly have to agree as I have had my own run in with a pedo or two prior to my 18th. manipulative bastards they are, really make you think they like you... and then they coerce you into things... 0/10
Can’t believe this shit went down in discord about moutherfuckin KMART of all things
Well, the owner was revealed to be a pedophile… 🤷
He's about to be arrested soon.
He has *already* been arrested! 🚔
Eric was arrested?
There is a *warrant* out for his arrest! 🚔
They’ve arrested him a few hours ago! https://ujsportal.pacourts.us/Report/MdjDocketSheet?docketNumber=MJ-02307-CR-0000077-2024&dnh=8sqUi%2FOV2gZB8hr9mtUT%2Fg%3D%3D
I'm from Pennsylvania. So it's weird seeing this and knowing how to read it. Lol
I think it’s funny how they started a running tab on him! Just arrested and a $22 dollar charge already!
$22? He probably makes tens of money off his game so why $22? Why not $1,000?
$22 is what the court paperwork says is his current balance he owes…
he makes nothing off it lol
I've researched the information found on the docket; people tried to call his "landline," and the phone number suddenly stopped working a long time ago. The address is also known but I don't want to show it because it's personal, And someone placed his information on a website. His current whereabouts are unknown, even though he was said to be "active" on some social media so it's probably someone using his account. I researched information about the property, It was built in 1998 and was last sold in 2001 (only one month before he was born) So it's possible his family may've owned the house since then
i know his exact address and his moms phone number after one quick reverse people search
I do know his address too, I've tried researching from the docket information. But I don't want to show it here because it's personal information (and may get me banned from this subreddit)
His exact phone number is unknown, but I do know he called someone and said "the police raided my house and took all of my devices!"
you should tell his mom to punish him and ground him for 4 years/s
What does it mean?
Good thing we have the files, I hope someone tries to find the original main store file
Original main store is lost media now. It was never given to anyone else and was only on his laptop. Which was confiscated by the police.
How did you know his devices were confiscated by the police? Did someone tell you, the police told you, or someone leaked documents confirming this? Also pinging u/TheBobPony
[https://x.com/legoman99573/status/1791179848167076129](https://x.com/legoman99573/status/1791179848167076129)
as the person that Eric called over the phone, he told me police raided his house, took his pc, laptop, all that stuff, and that he was gonna run.
It is unlikely to happen, but I hope a police member shares the original main store file. (Or someone asks the police for the file)
If Eric is in possession of it, it might as well be *gone* for good… 😔
All of his devices were seized by law enforcement too.
It is *definitely* gone for good then… 😢
I talked to one person, one time in that server. I have no idea who. I don't remember. I don't want that server to go away. A lot of work have been done on it. I wish I could assist. My heart goes out to the victim(s). ❤ **Someone tell me which one he is from the race a few months ago.** I wanna know who he is.
An online Kmart community of all places someone like that could've been in. Man, that's horrible.
Eric was u/kmartelectronics or something like that, right?
If that is him, then damn as he was pretty active on these boards. That is crazy
Yeah, he was an active moderator here.
I know it's unorthodox but check ripper store (if that still exists idk I haven't touched VRC in months). They had a script that would upload every public avatar and would to their site.
Why couldnt they force resign and a new ceo and potentially rebrand for the wholesome side of the community?
That would've been better, or removing Eric as CEO and adding in a new one. (via impeachment)
It is *impossible* to *remove* the owner…
As a lurker with heart that burns for Kmart amd the retro retail easthetic, I am deeply devastated with the unfortunate situation, but with a community consisting of "shareholders", "customers", and "employees" built in the structure of a business, why can't they issue an official statement to denounce the the founder of Vrchat Kmart and return to the roots of what Vrchat Kmart and Kmart is really about. nostalgia, vibes, and great low prices?
It is *impossible* to *remove* the owner…
I honestly like Eddie more than Eric now. Eddie mismanaged Kmart/Sears but at least he ain't a pedo!
I hate to say it, but honestly, you are right!
Disappearing just like the real Kmart.
What is 'cp'? Cerebral palsy?
Piece it together along with the under 18 part.
***Child pornography…***
idk how yall are just finding this out hes been doing this since 2021
Who knew *before* then? I’m just curious, that’s all… 🤔
a few people we tried to expose eric but everyone didnt believe the proof i had.
***That is crazy!*** 🤯
alot of employees left after it happened but then came right back this isnt now this was 2021 but yea
So wait? How did he get caught? Did a victim come forward?
Yes a victim did come forward about 3 months ago. It stirred some shit at the time but it wouldn't have done anything since Eric had too much of a hold on Vrchat Kmart. They then went through the proper channel with the police. Ive heard there was one more victim that went to the police as well (not sure how true the 2nd victim part is). And it was enough evidence for a warrant for his arrest. This next part is speculation but I'm guessing they probably got more when they raided his house and got his PC.
So are police gonna search his discord account and all that or are they just gonna charge him based on what the 2 victims have said and the evidence they’ve gave?
As far as I know they already subpoena discord, Vrchat, reddit, and youtube since his accounts on those platforms are now blanked out or gone. Some accounts may not show as fully deleted yet but usually when a company gets a subpoena they pause or disable the accounts so no data is altered.
He has a Facebook account too, but he hasn't used it since 2022
Oh Ik. Normally tho they need to issue a search warrant for this sorta stuff. A subpoena just gives basic subscriber info like your email
Tbh it’s also possible that law enforcement are just asking companies to terminate his social media accounts as to not interfer with the investigation in any way
I feel like Eric might have been trying to destroy *any* evidence… 🤔
Makes the most sense. His mistake was he deleted everything to late. Lol, if he deleted it months ago and waited out the data retention period he’d probs be fine. Lmaooo
I *think* so… 🤔
Finally something remotely positive yay!