Donkey Kong, one of the most controversial names in the game world, ended the legal war between Billy Mitchell and Youtuber Karl Jobst.
Donkey Kong The event, which has long been controversial in the world, has become clear with the announcement of the court’s decision. In the case of Australia, Youtuber Karl Jobst was sentenced to pay more than $ 230,000 on the grounds that Billy Mitchell slander. The allegations were shaped through a video Jobst published in 2021.
Donkey Kong scandal and slanders and court process
Billy Mitchell filed a lawsuit against Karl Jobst’s “the biggest scammers in history again at work” after serious charges against him. In the video, it was implied that Mitchell caused his suicide of Apollo Legend, another Youtuber, and was pleased with this. However, the court found these claims unfounded and decided that Mitchell was right.
Judge Ken Barlow said that the video was watched by more than 500,000 people and that it was seriously damaged by Mitchell’s reputation. In addition, although the video was edited several times after release, he stressed that the wrong accusations in the content continue.
As a result of the court, Jobst decided to pay compensation of 380 thousand Australian dollars (approximately $ 237 thousand). This amount contains interest and compensation caused by moral damages and aggravating factors. The judge said that Mitchell may claim more compensation, but only the requested amount was paid.
Karl Jobst, said in a statement after the decision, the court said that he was upset and thanked his supporters. Donkey Kong scandal has re -flared up ethical debates in the game world and seems to remain on the agenda for a long time.