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Robot Allegedly Used in Sexual Assault of Teen in Germany
Original: Remote-Controlled Robot Allegedly Sexually Assaults 16-Year-Old in Germany
A 16-year-old in Germany was allegedly sexually assaulted by someone using a remote-controlled robot, according to reports. The case, if confirmed, would be a highly unusual instance of a robotic device being implicated in a sexual crime, raising questions about how such technology is regulated and how police investigate offences involving remotely operated machines. Details about the suspect and the circumstances remain limited as the alleged incident draws attention.
Why now: The unusual involvement of a remote-controlled robot in an alleged sexual crime makes the case a striking and novel story.
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- Remote-Controlled Robot Allegedly Sexually Assaults 16-Year-Old in Germany · Oxygen Official Site
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