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Emily Schunk, known as Emiru, was assaulted by an attendee at TwitchCon during a meet-and-greet session. Despite her attempts to push the man away, he tried to kiss her without consent. Emiru later shared her concerns about security at the event and how Twitch staff handled the situation. Following the incident, Twitch announced additional security measures for the convention but Emiru expressed her worries for the safety of female streamers at such events. The incident has sparked discussions about the lack of security protocols for attendees at TwitchCon.
San Diego – A well-known Twitch streamer, Emily Schunk, popularly known as Emiru, was assaulted during a meet-and-greet session at TwitchCon 2025. The incident took place shortly after 5 p.m. on the first day of the three-day convention at a booth dedicated to Emiru. A man approached her without invitation and attempted to kiss her without consent, despite her efforts to resist and push him away. Security personnel intervened promptly, pushing the assailant away from Emiru.
Following the incident, Emiru was escorted offstage by her manager and she later took to social media to reassure fans that she was unharmed. However, she expressed her dissatisfaction regarding how Twitch staff managed the situation. Emiru revealed that she felt scared and “freaked out” after being grabbed by the man, noting that he managed to cross multiple barriers to reach her.
Video evidence of the incident quickly spread across social media, provoking public outrage. In light of the breach of security, Emiru filed a statement with the San Diego Police Department. Although the police responded to the situation, they have yet to confirm whether any arrests were made.
Twitch released a statement condemning the assailant’s actions and underscoring their commitment to safety during TwitchCon. The organization denied claims of insufficient security at the event. Emiru accused Twitch of misrepresenting the situation, stating that the assailant was allowed to leave the area immediately after the incident and not swiftly captured as claimed.
In response to the assault, Twitch announced additional security measures for the remainder of the convention, which included barring the assailant from returning and permanently banning him from all future Twitch events. Despite these measures, Emiru articulated her concerns regarding the safety of creators at such events and revealed that this would be her last TwitchCon. This incident ignited conversations about the perceived lack of security for female streamers and attendees at in-person events.
Notably, several prominent streamers, such as Valkyrae, QTCinderella, and Pokimane, previously expressed their concerns about safety at TwitchCon, leading them to opt out of attending the event. Following the assault on Emiru, many fans reacted with anger and called for the shutdown of TwitchCon, citing inadequate handling of safety protocols.
This incident has since prompted increased scrutiny from attendees regarding the effectiveness of safety measures and security protocols at TwitchCon. The collaborative community atmosphere fosters various connections among fans and creators alike; however, these recent events have raised significant questions about whether the environment can remain safe for all participants.
As discussions about safety at conventions continue, it remains crucial for organizers to ensure that measures are in place to protect all attendees and prevent such incidents in the future. The implications of this incident extend beyond TwitchCon, sparking broader conversations about the safety of female streamers and creators in public spaces.
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