Police ‘arrest’ robot for grabbing teenager’s buttocks, making sexual gestures
German police have launched an investigation into two teenagers accused of controlling a robot that allegedly groped a 16-year-old girl. Police in Cologne have confiscated the red and gold robot that allegedly grabbed the girl’s buttocks and made thrusting motions against her before she screamed and moved away. North Rhine Westphalia Police said the robot’s […]
Cologne police are investigating two teenagers over claims their robot allegedly groped a 16-year-old girl's behind and performed sexually suggestive movements. The red and gold robot, 120cm tall, was confiscated by officers after an incident that took place near midnight in the city center. Police allege the 16-year-old girl was approached from behind by the robot as she was with friends, causing her to scream and flee.
The suspects, aged 16 and 19, are said to have streamed the incident live on social media. Emergency services were called, and both boys were found a nearby block away. The robot was discovered in a car belonging to one of the suspects. Police have seized two mobile phones from the suspects and are investigating whether someone controlled the robot during the incident. The police have warned that some online comments could be considered criminal offenses.
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