After more investigation, it appears that Ratman3 did NOT cause the recent problems on AO (making the Addicts forum open to all). The Ratman2 account was stolen via social engineering, and the true culprit reappeared (as Office) when the Ratman2 account was once again banned. All of the culprit's accounts have since been banned. The Ratman3 account is in no way associated with the individual who caused these problems. My apologies to Ratman3 for any confusion or problems this has caused.

That said, going forward we will not be re-activating any previously banned accounts, so please do not ask.

Thanks,
intmon