AI Firm Faces Backlash for Chatbot Impersonating Murdered Teen

Character AI removed a chatbot mimicking Jennifer Ann Crecente after her family raised concerns over unauthorized use of her likeness.

Drew Crecente, father of the murdered teen, discovered the chatbot through a Google Alert and expressed outrage over its creation.
Character AI, known for user-generated chatbots, deleted the bot and acknowledged it violated their impersonation policy.
The chatbot was described as a 'knowledgeable and friendly AI character' and used Jennifer's photo without family consent.
Jennifer's uncle, Brian Crecente, publicly condemned the use of his niece's likeness, urging for stricter safeguards.
The incident highlights ongoing ethical concerns about AI-generated avatars and the need for responsible technology use.