Streamer Emiru Criticizes TwitchCon Security After Alleged Assault

A serious incident involving popular streamer Emiru has raised concerns about security at TwitchCon. During a recent meet-and-greet at the convention in San Diego, Emiru was allegedly assaulted by a male attendee, prompting her to publicly criticize Twitch’s handling of the situation.

Incident Details at TwitchCon

On October 17, 2025, Emiru participated in a meet-and-greet event where fans engaged with her personally. Video footage from the event shows a man approaching Emiru and making an aggressive gesture, bringing her face close to his. Her security team intervened swiftly, pushing the man away as others checked on Emiru’s well-being.

Twitch’s Response

Following the incident, Twitch released a statement condemning the man’s behavior as “completely unacceptable and deeply upsetting.” The company noted that they alerted security and law enforcement immediately after the event. In an effort to enhance safety, Twitch announced plans for increased security at future meet-and-greet gatherings.

Emiru’s Criticism

Despite Twitch’s assurances, Emiru expressed dissatisfaction with their response. She claimed that security staff failed to act promptly, allowing the assailant to leave the scene. Emiru stated in her message, “Twitch’s statement claimed the guy was immediately caught and detained; however, that is a blatant lie.” She felt the need to press for action before the situation was adequately addressed.

Future Implications

Emiru announced that this incident has led her to reconsider her attendance at future TwitchCon events. She urged other creators to evaluate their safety at conventions organized by Twitch, suggesting they might also want to skip such events if similar security lapses persist.

Local Law Enforcement Involvement

As the situation unfolds, El-Balad has reached out to local police for comments regarding the incident. At the time of writing, there has been no update from law enforcement.

Summary of Key Points

• Streamer: Emiru
• Event: TwitchCon, San Diego
• Date of Incident: October 17, 2025
• Security Issues: Alleged failure to protect Emiru during a meet-and-greet
• Twitch’s Response: Promised increased security; man banned from future events
• Emiru’s Position: Calls security measures inadequate; considers skipping future events

This incident has sparked a larger conversation about safety standards at conventions and the responsibilities of event organizers, especially in high-profile environments like TwitchCon.