Robots Enable New Assault Modality

German police seized a robot after video circulated showing it touching and making thrusting motions toward a 16‑year‑old while two men apparently filmed and streamed the incident. Investigators are examining whether the movements were preprogrammed or remotely controlled, and whether the operators should be criminally liable for the robot's actions. — This raises urgent questions about criminal liability, forensic evidence standards, device design obligations, and platform responsibilities when physical robots are used to commit or facilitate sexual violence.