The lawsuit comes after Roblox sent a cease-and-desist notice to a YouTuber known for exposing predators on the gaming platform. Roblox said that was creating 'an unsafe environment.'

The state of Louisiana has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, alleging that the company has “permitted and perpetuated an online environment in which child predators thrive, directly contributing to the widespread victimization of minor children in Louisiana.” Update, August 15th: Added statement from Roblox.

Louisiana sued the online gaming platform Roblox on Thursday, alleging the wildly popular site has perpetuated an environment where sexual predators “thrive, unite, hunt and victimize kids.”