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Twitch CEO Dan Clancy Faces Criticism From Asmongold over Handling of Emiru Assault Aftermath
Several major creators boycotted TwitchCon 2025 over ongoing safety issues, with assaults and harassment incidents highlighting failures despite heightened security measures.
- On Friday at TwitchCon 2025 in San Diego, Emily 'Emiru' Schunk was assaulted during a meet-and-greet when the attacker grabbed her face and tried to kiss her, captured on video as she screamed.
- TwitchCon's design emphasizes access, meaning its identity prioritizes close proximity and fan interactions despite earlier safety failures like the 2022 foam pit incident and 2024 harassment incidents involving Kick-affiliated streamers.
- Twitch responded that the event had "multiple layers of protection" including armed law enforcement, but Emily 'Emiru' Schunk said only her personal security and manager intervened while TwitchCon staff did not react.
- Following the attack, Emily 'Emiru' Schunk announced she is pressing charges and will not return to TwitchCon, while Twitch said it banned the attacker permanently after an initial 30-day ban.
- Some creators say streamers who decline personal security carry personal safety items like pepper spray and a taser, reflecting discomfort with constant escorts, while recurring incidents leave security reactive.
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