OpenAI Did Not Alert Law Enforcement Despite Suspect's Violent ChatGPT Posts Before Tumbler Ridge School Shooting

The suspect in the Tumbler Ridge school shooting, Jesse Van Rootselaar, had discussed violent scenarios with ChatGPT months prior, raising concerns among OpenAI employees. Despite internal alarms, OpenAI decided not to alert law enforcement, citing no 'imminent and credible risk.' The shooting resulted in nine deaths and 27 injuries, marking the deadliest in Canada since 2020.

By Terrence O'Brien · The Verge · February 21, 2026, 15:22 UTC

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