Robot in Germany pinches girl: police launch investigation

Police in Cologne seized a robot following a complaint of harassment. The incident involved a 16-year-old girl who was approached by a robot standing 1.2 meters tall.

The robot touched the girl's buttocks, which was classified as sexual harassment. Suspects include the 16-year-old owner of the device and his 19-year-old friend.

Investigation details

Investigators are determining who was controlling the machine at the time of the incident. The robot and two phones were seized as physical evidence.

Police continue their work to establish all circumstances of the case and identify those responsible.