West Virginia sues Snapchat after teen sextortion deaths
James O'Sullivan
James O'Sullivan
Reporter · Youngstown, OH
A graduate of the Cleveland Institute of Art, James O'Sullivan has spent a decade covering the arts scene in Youngstown for various publications. He has a unique ability to connect artists' stories with the cultural fabric of the community, showcasing both established and emerging talent.
More from James →Reporter · Friday, November 6, 2026 at 3:49 PM · 1 min read
The lawsuit, filed Thursday in Kanawha County Circuit Court, also raises concerns about Snapchat’s “My AI” chatbot. The state alleges Snap released the chatbot to children without enough safety testing and misled users about access to their conversations and locations.