An investigation has been launched into the tragic death of French streamer Raphaël Graven, better known as Jeanpormanove. The 46-year-old was discovered dead at a residence in Contes, a village situated north of Nice. Reports indicate that Graven's demise occurred during a live stream, amidst a backdrop of violent challenges and sleep deprivation he had endured over recent months.
French government minister Clara Chappaz characterized the circumstances surrounding Graven's death as an "absolute horror," highlighting the prolonged humiliation he faced on the platform. In response, Kick, the live streaming service where Graven broadcasted, confirmed it is urgently reviewing the events leading up to his death. A spokesperson expressed condolences to Graven's family, friends, and community, underlining the platform's commitment to safeguarding content creators.
The case has caught the attention of French authorities, with Chappaz referring the matter to Arcom, the media regulatory body, and Pharos, a reporting system for harmful online content. Sarah El Haïry, the High Commissioner for Children, echoed these concerns, emphasizing the responsibility platforms have in regulating violent content to protect young audiences and calling for heightened vigilance from parents.
The public prosecutor's office has launched an investigation to determine the cause of Graven's death and has mandated an autopsy. Graven boasted a following of over one million across various social media platforms, fostering a vibrant community on Kick. Fellow streamers, including co-creator Naruto, have paid tribute to Graven on social media and requested privacy concerning graphic content related to his death.
French government minister Clara Chappaz characterized the circumstances surrounding Graven's death as an "absolute horror," highlighting the prolonged humiliation he faced on the platform. In response, Kick, the live streaming service where Graven broadcasted, confirmed it is urgently reviewing the events leading up to his death. A spokesperson expressed condolences to Graven's family, friends, and community, underlining the platform's commitment to safeguarding content creators.
The case has caught the attention of French authorities, with Chappaz referring the matter to Arcom, the media regulatory body, and Pharos, a reporting system for harmful online content. Sarah El Haïry, the High Commissioner for Children, echoed these concerns, emphasizing the responsibility platforms have in regulating violent content to protect young audiences and calling for heightened vigilance from parents.
The public prosecutor's office has launched an investigation to determine the cause of Graven's death and has mandated an autopsy. Graven boasted a following of over one million across various social media platforms, fostering a vibrant community on Kick. Fellow streamers, including co-creator Naruto, have paid tribute to Graven on social media and requested privacy concerning graphic content related to his death.
