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[closed] Continuous abuse - a city which does not exist keeps getting created. Possible to block a user?

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Alabama City, AL keeps getting created just Northeast of Princeton, AL. It does not exist. Is it possible to block a user who continues to abuse their privileges?

Thanks! Kaitlyn

asked 19 Nov '13, 20:31

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edited 19 Nov '13, 22:35

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The question has been closed for the following reason “Duplicate Question” by aseerel4c26 19 Nov ‘13, 22:34


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Yes, it is possible to block a user (admins can do it), however depending on the situation (could it be an accident, did the mapper do good stuff too?, ...) is should be the last option.

Please see what-should-i-do-about-vandalism. Thank you for your alertness and time.

(please understand that this help site is not suited (technically) for a discussion of the specific issue. "Contact" in our wiki lists other options like chat or forum.)

answered 19 Nov '13, 22:34

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Looking at the edits there, it appears that the Data Working Group are already involved.

(19 Nov '13, 22:56) SomeoneElse ♦

@SomeoneElse: in fact, and I had already messaged one involved dwg member.

(19 Nov '13, 23:19) aseerel4c26 ♦

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