NJ - Online video gamer flies to Florida to attack rival player with hammer - June 25, 2024

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NJ video game nut flies to Florida overnight to attack online rival with hammer: cops

Edward Kang is facing attempted murder and burglary charges after flying to Florida overnight to attack a rival gamer with a hammer in his own home, authorities said.

nypost.com

Edward Kang, 20, allegedly hopped on an overnight flight at Newark Liberty International Airport, landed at Jacksonville International Airport and booked a hotel room — before he showed up at the victim’s house at 2 a.m. Sunday swinging a hammer, officials said.

 

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NJ video game nut flies to Florida overnight to attack online rival with hammer: cops

Edward Kang is facing attempted murder and burglary charges after flying to Florida overnight to attack a rival gamer with a hammer in his own home, authorities said.

nypost.com

“When the suspect was asked why he did what he did, the suspect stated that he is a bad person online, talking about the victim,” Leeper said. “In addition, the suspect asked our deputy how much time in jail do you get for breaking and entering and assault.

“I would say, Mr. Kang, it’s gonna be a long time before you play video games again.”