Grindr Sued by Family of Teenager Allegedly Tortured and Murdered

Jun 6, 2025 United States United States Legal News
Grindr Sued by Family of Teenager Allegedly Tortured and Murdered

Grindr faces a lawsuit from the family of Miranda Corsette, a teenager allegedly murdered by a man she met on the app. Steven Gress is charged with her murder.

Grindr Sued Over Teenager's Alleged Murder

The family of Miranda Corsette, a teenage girl, is suing Grindr following her alleged torture and murder. Corsette reportedly met her assailant through the app.

Details of the Case

Steven Gress, 35, faces first-degree murder charges in connection with Corsette's death, which occurred on February 14. Michelle Brandes is also implicated in the crime. The St. Petersburg Police Department is handling the investigation. Corsette was lured via the app to meet Gress.

Lawsuit Alleges Negligence

The lawsuit claims Grindr failed to protect its users from dangerous individuals, alleging negligence on the app's part. The suit seeks damages for the family's loss.

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