Florida Police Outraged Over Proposed GTA 6 Miami Takeover To Promote Game

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Source: BroBible

Summary

Rockstar Games released footage of GTA 6, set in a fictional Miami called Vice City. The company reportedly discussed a promotional takeover of Miami with local officials. Miami-Dade Mayor Carlos Suarez said the partnership could generate revenue and promote the county. Miami-Dade Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz and County Commissioner Juan Carlos Bermudez opposed the idea, citing concerns over the game’s violent content and its impact on Miami’s reputation.

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