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German police seize humanoid robot in harassment case
Original: German police seize humanoid robot over alleged sexual harassment of 16-year-old girl
German police have seized a humanoid robot after a 16-year-old girl accused it of sexual harassment, according to a report carried by Türkiye Today. The unusual case raises questions about how law enforcement handles incidents involving machines and who bears responsibility when a robot's behaviour causes harm. Details about the robot's owner, manufacturer and the circumstances of the alleged incident have not yet been made public.
Why now: The bizarre and unprecedented scenario of a robot being seized in a harassment investigation is drawing wide curiosity and debate about legal accountability for robotics.
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- German police seize humanoid robot over alleged sexual harassment of 16-year-old girl · Türkiye Today
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