Luxon calls for personal responsibility after teenager dies in online game

Wednesday 28 May 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 28 May 2025, 12:38pm

In this story Christopher Luxon, Nick Mills

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has described the death of 19-year-old Ryan Satterthwaite as an absolute tragedy. Mr Luxon said the government cannot ban online trends like the 'run it straight' game, but urged individuals to take personal responsibility. The teenager died from critical injuries following a game played after a 21st birthday party.

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1. NZ HeraldWed 28 May 2025, 11:16am

   Run it straight: Luxon says people need to take personal responsibility following teen’s death (opens in new tab)

2. StuffWed 28 May 2025, 12:38pm

   ‘Take personal responsibility’, PM says after teen’s death in run it straight game (opens in new tab)