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German police seize robot over alleged groping of teenage girl
Original: Robot seized by German police after it was allegedly used to grope teenage girl
German police have seized a robot following allegations that the machine was used to grope a teenage girl. The case is being reported by international outlets including the BBC. It raises unusual legal questions, as it is not immediately clear who would be held responsible when a robot is implicated in an alleged assault, and whether any charges are being considered.
Why now: The bizarre combination of robotics and a sexual assault allegation is drawing wide attention and raises novel legal questions
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