Teenager drinks bleach in Turkey after online gamers promise 'level up'

A 16-year-old boy in Ankara narrowly escaped death after ingesting bleach, a dangerous act prompted by online gamers he met in a violent video game. The gamers, who had been manipulating the teenager for about two years, first instructed him to discard his mobile phone, severing his communication with family and friends. This isolation made him more susceptible to their harmful directives.

In a disturbing escalation, the online contacts promised the boy he could "level up" in the game if he drank a bottle of bleach. He complied without question, leading to a severe health crisis. Fortunately, vigilant neighbors noticed his distress and promptly called an ambulance, ensuring he received critical medical attention and survived the ordeal.

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The family has filed a criminal complaint against those responsible. The boy's father shared that the suspects had also attempted to contact his daughter under the guise of being "game friends." He urged other parents to be aware of the dangers lurking in online gaming communities.

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