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American Focus > Blog > Politics > Missouri College Student Arrested After Discussing Car Vandalism Spree with ChatGPT | The Gateway Pundit | by Cassandra MacDonald
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Missouri College Student Arrested After Discussing Car Vandalism Spree with ChatGPT | The Gateway Pundit | by Cassandra MacDonald

Last updated: October 5, 2025 12:09 pm
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A 19-Year-Old Student’s Encounter with Justice: A Vandalism Spree and AI’s Role

Ryan Joseph Schaefer, a sophomore at Missouri State University in Springfield, found himself in a precarious situation after reportedly engaging in a vandalism rampage on campus. On the night of August 25, Schaefer allegedly smashed the windows of 17 vehicles parked in a freshman lot, leaving a trail of destruction that would catch up with him in unexpected ways.

Court documents reveal that the vandalism was not merely a petty mishap; it included shattered windshields, side windows, and even the theft of tire valve caps and gas caps. The incident unfolded in the small hours of the morning, prompting the Missouri State University Police Department to respond to reports of chaos around 3:00 a.m.

Surveillance footage showed a figure clad in a dark hoodie, paired with black shorts and a backpack, methodically moving through the parking lot. Armed with what appeared to be a metal bat, the individual smashed windows with alarming ease. Further analysis, including cell phone tower data, placed Schaefer’s device in the vicinity during the time of the incident, indicating he was hardly a ghost.

However, the true unraveling of the case occurred when Schaefer made an ill-fated decision shortly after the vandalism. At approximately 3:30 a.m., he initiated a conversation with OpenAI’s ChatGPT. In a remarkably candid exchange, he confessed to having “smashed car windows in a parking lot,” detailing his actions and inquiring about ways to evade capture, including whether campus surveillance could trace him by his clothing or mannerisms.

The typo-riddled conversation contained phrases like, “How f**ked am I” and “qilll I go to jail,” showcasing a blend of panic and confusion. While ChatGPT refrained from directly reporting his actions, it did advise against engaging in illegal activities, which Richardson certainly didn’t heed.

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After securing the chat transcripts through a subpoena from OpenAI, law enforcement arrested Schaefer on October 1. Following this, he was booked into the Greene County Jail and subsequently released on bond the next day. If found guilty of felony vandalism, Schaefer could face up to four years behind bars, hefty fines, and possible disciplinary action from his university, which could include suspension or expulsion.

This incident raises notable questions about privacy and digital footprints. OpenAI’s terms of service warn users that conversations may be reviewed for safety purposes and can be disclosed when required by law. Notably, a federal court has mandated the preservation of user chat logs, even from those who opted out, as part of a broader legal precedent that treats AI-generated data as discoverable material.

As the boundaries of technology and law continue to intertwine, Schaefer’s story serves as a cautionary tale. It illustrates that in our increasingly digital world, the tools designed to assist and facilitate may also inadvertently become instruments of one’s downfall. Moreover, it emphasizes an essential truth: the moment you invite an AI into your confidence, you might just be security’s best witness.

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