Faker Becomes Police Officer
Faker is taking on a brand new role: honorary police officer. 🎮👮♂️ Can his massive influence save youth from online gambling?
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League of Legends' Faker has just been named an honorary police officer in South Korea to lead a high-stakes campaign against youth cybergambling. This attention-getting appointment marks a significant clash of ethics, coming just a year after Riot Games embraced sports betting sponsorships for its Tier 1 esports teams.
The legendary pro will now use his massive global influence to promote the country's youth cybergambling voluntary reporting system. The initiative has already recorded over 800 self-reports since its launch in May, offering counseling and maximum leniency to young people who step forward.
Acting Commissioner General Yoo Jae-sung hopes Faker's positive influence will give struggling youth the courage to report without hesitation. Faker himself expressed a great sense of responsibility, pledging to actively publicize the dangers of online betting to protect young players.
