OpenAI debated calling police about suspected Canadian shooter’s chats

Jesse Van Rootselaar’s descriptions of gun violence were flagged by tools that monitor ChatGPT for misuse.

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Feb 21, 2026 0

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OpenAI debated calling police about suspected Canadian shooter’s chats

Jesse Van Rootselaar’s descriptions of gun violence were flagged by tools that monitor ChatGPT for misuse.

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