“Examining the UK Police Investigation into Virtual Rape of Young Girl”

First Investigation of Alleged Virtual Rape in UK

Police in the UK have launched what is believed to be the first investigation into an alleged virtual rape. The incident involved a girl under the age of 16 who was reportedly using a virtual reality (VR) headset when her avatar was attacked by avatars controlled by adult men. This virtual assault has caused significant psychological trauma to the victim, with a senior police officer comparing it to the trauma experienced by physical rape survivors. UK Home Secretary James Cleverly has highlighted the immersive nature of virtual environments and emphasized the seriousness of the child’s experience.