Tiktok star dead in fight with boyfriend over video game

SourceThe Sun

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A Tiktok creator has died after his boyfriend allegedly strangled him in a fight over a video game, according to reports.

Rory Teasley, 28, was found unresponsive after cops were called to an apartment in Pontiac, Michigan on Thursday night.

TikTok star Rory Teasley was pronounced dead after being found unresponsive in Michigan on Thursday night
TikTok star Rory Teasley was pronounced dead after being found unresponsive in Michigan on Thursday nightCredit: TikTok / @too2pump4tv

He was pronounced dead by medics after being taken to hospital.

Cops accused the TikTok star’s boyfriend Docquen Jovo Watkins of strangling him after a fight over the 2016 shooter game Overwatch, Insider reports.

Watkins was charged with homicide and is being held without bond, according to Oakland County jail records.

He is due in court for a probable cause conference on January 18, police say.

Tiktoker Teasley was known for posting comedy and dance clips on social media site and had over 200,000 followers.

He last posted on TikTok on Thursday where he shared a satirical clip about turning 30.

In the video, the star appeared to be “struggling” getting off the sofa.

Dozens of tributes have been posted as reports of Rory’s death emerged.

Docquen Watkins has been charged with homicide
Docquen Watkins has been charged with homicideCredit: Oakland County Jail

One said: “RIP really hurt the city off this one you will be missed such a beautiful soul (sic).”

Another commented: “It’s sad you didn’t even get to make it to 30… we love u Rory (sic).”

The TikToker’s management team didn’t respond to Insider’s requests for comment.