Online divorcee jailed after killing virtual hubby
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Online divorcee jailed after killing virtual hubby
this is unbelievable to me!
http://videogames.yahoo.com/feature/online-divorcee-jailed-after-killing-virtual-hubby/1259111
Online divorcee jailed after killing virtual hubby
By MARI YAMAGUCHI, Associated Press
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TOKYO: A 43-year-old Japanese woman whose sudden divorce in a virtual game world made her so angry that she killed her online husband's digital persona has been arrested on suspicion of hacking, police said Thursday.
The woman, who is jailed on suspicion of illegally accessing a computer and manipulating electronic data, used his identification and password to log onto popular interactive game "Maple Story" to carry out the virtual murder in mid-May, a police official in northern Sapporo said on condition of anonymity, citing department policy.
"I was suddenly divorced, without a word of warning. That made me so angry," the official quoted her as telling investigators and admitting the allegations.
The woman had not plotted any revenge in the real world, the official said.
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She has not yet been formally charged, but if convicted could face a prison term of up to five years or a fine up to $5,000.
Players in "Maple Story" raise and manipulate digital images called "avatars" that represent themselves, while engaging in relationships, social activities and fighting against monsters and other obstacles.
The woman used login information she got from the 33-year-old office worker when their characters were happily married, and killed the character. The man complained to police when he discovered that his beloved online avatar was dead.
http://videogames.yahoo.com/feature/online-divorcee-jailed-after-killing-virtual-hubby/1259111
Online divorcee jailed after killing virtual hubby
By MARI YAMAGUCHI, Associated Press
ADVERTISEMENT
TOKYO: A 43-year-old Japanese woman whose sudden divorce in a virtual game world made her so angry that she killed her online husband's digital persona has been arrested on suspicion of hacking, police said Thursday.
The woman, who is jailed on suspicion of illegally accessing a computer and manipulating electronic data, used his identification and password to log onto popular interactive game "Maple Story" to carry out the virtual murder in mid-May, a police official in northern Sapporo said on condition of anonymity, citing department policy.
"I was suddenly divorced, without a word of warning. That made me so angry," the official quoted her as telling investigators and admitting the allegations.
The woman had not plotted any revenge in the real world, the official said.
HOT GAME OF THE WEEK: FAR CRY 2
She has not yet been formally charged, but if convicted could face a prison term of up to five years or a fine up to $5,000.
Players in "Maple Story" raise and manipulate digital images called "avatars" that represent themselves, while engaging in relationships, social activities and fighting against monsters and other obstacles.
The woman used login information she got from the 33-year-old office worker when their characters were happily married, and killed the character. The man complained to police when he discovered that his beloved online avatar was dead.
Sweet Melody- Starter Member
Re: Online divorcee jailed after killing virtual hubby
That is crazy! A bit funny though when you think about it.
shanaya- Admin is da shiznit!
Re: Online divorcee jailed after killing virtual hubby
Yep, crazy and funny at the same time.
Guest- Guest
Re: Online divorcee jailed after killing virtual hubby
Isn't that something.. ya just never know what the next headline will be lol
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