An investigation is underway following the death of 46-year-old French streamer Raphaël Graven, popularly known as Jeanpormanove, amidst alarming circumstances during a live broadcast. Graven was discovered deceased at a residence in Contes, located north of Nice, with reports indicating he had been subjected to extensive violence and sleep deprivation as part of his streams. His death has been described by French government minister Clara Chappaz as "absolute horror," highlighting the severe treatment he endured over several months.
The streaming platform Kick, akin to Twitch, has issued a statement expressing deep sorrow over Graven's passing and has committed to reviewing the circumstances surrounding the incident. They emphasized their dedication to maintaining community guidelines that aim to protect content creators and their audiences.
Chappaz has referred the matter to Arcom, the French media regulator, as well as Pharos, a system dedicated to reporting concerning online content. Sarah El Haïry, France’s High Commissioner for Children, echoed the sentiment of horror regarding Graven's death, insisting that streaming platforms bear significant responsibility to regulate violent content seen by vulnerable users and urging parental vigilance.
The prosecutor's office has confirmed the initiation of an investigation into the cause of death, with an autopsy scheduled to provide further insight. Jeanpormanove had garnered over one million followers on his social media platforms, cultivating a dedicated community on Kick. Tributes pour in from fellow streamers and friends, with fellow content creators like Naruto and Owen Cenazandotti emphasizing the importance of respecting Graven's memory and avoiding the dissemination of sensitive footage from his final moments. Such tragic events spotlight the pressing need for stricter guidelines and safety measures within the live-streaming industry to prevent further occurrences.
