Amsterdam Police arrest teenager over virtual theft

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Bobbie Johnson, technology correspondent
The Guardian Thursday November 15 2007

Police in the Netherlands have arrested a teenager suspected of stealing virtual objects inside a popular social networking site, it has emerged.

The 17-year-old, who has not been named, is alleged to have tricked players of 3D cartoon world Habbo Hotel before removing a number of virtual items they had bought. It is believed to be the first time European officers have arrested someone for stealing virtual property.

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Police in Amsterdam confirmed that five other teenagers were being questioned over the theft, which is believed to have netted items worth around €4,000 (£2,800).

The sale of the Second Life Amsterdam Cemtraal Station fell through because they couldn’t establish a clear title.

I wonder if this prosecution will also collapse?

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Been there, done that, bought the t-shirt, washed the t-shirt 23 times, threw the t-shirt in the ragbag, now I'm polishing furniture with it.