Overview
- In a post on X, Twitch said it "failed to keep Emiru safe" during an October 17 meet-and-greet at TwitchCon San Diego and apologized to the community.
- The company said it will donate to nonprofits that work to prevent sexual violence, noting that specifics would be shared later.
- Twitch added that it is examining its event security processes after weeks of criticism from creators and fans about its handling of the incident.
- Video shared on social media shows a male attendee rushing toward Emiru and trying to grab her face to kiss her before her personal security intervened.
- Emiru has alleged Twitch initially refused to provide the alleged assailant’s name to San Diego police until a third-party tip prompted action.