Scary Situation at Twitchcon

• A fan was able to pass security unimpeded at Emirou's meet and greet, unconsensually hugging and attempting to kiss her, which is described as textbook assault.
• The security presence for the meet and greet was notably minimal, with only one security guard present, described as less substantial than that at a local convenience store.
• This hired guard was not Emirou's preferred bodyguard; her usual security from two years prior had been banned from the venue for intervening in a situation.
• Emirou's statement confirmed that the bodyguard seen in the clip was hired by her, not a standard Twitch provision.
• The incident involved the fan crossing multiple barriers and approaching Emirou in front of other creators.
• The assailant was only pushed off after the assault had occurred and was then allowed to walk away unimpeded by other Twitch-provided security.

"And it's very scary that it was able to happen so easily here."

• A past incident at TwitchCon involved Emirou's security guard preventing a persistent fan from bothering her, but he was subsequently banned from the venue for touching the fan, even without causing harm.
• Emirou stated that she was surrounded, but the security was "loosey-goosey," with "Fiverr security drones" elsewhere that did not react.
• The only individual who took action was the hired bodyguard.
• Emirou's statement detailed that three to four other TwitchCon security personnel did not react and even let the assailant walk away.
• The person seen escorting Emirou away was her personal manager, not event staff, and Twitch staff did not check on her after the incident.
• The speaker questions the whereabouts and actions of TwitchCon security and staff, emphasizing their failure to intervene or pursue the assailant.

"So, where the [ __ ] is TwitchCon security or staff at all here?"

Past Security Failures and Inconsistent Enforcement [03:50]

• The speaker expresses disbelief that Emirou's preferred security guard, who previously demonstrated ability to prevent threats, was banned.
• The speaker questions the rationale behind banning the guard, who was doing his job by holding a potential threat until authorities arrived.
• Speculation arises about Twitch's concern for "excessive force" regarding the guard's actions, contrasting it with the aggressive actions of the assailant.
• Responsibility for the bodyguard's ban is noted as unclear, potentially being Twitch or the venue, but the ban for being effective is deemed unacceptable.
• The assailant was able to move through the entire line at the meet and greet without being stopped until after the assault.
• The lack of a significant response from TwitchCon security, such as a "spike strip" or "banana peel," is highlighted as a failure to apprehend the assailant.

"I think maybe Twitch was concerned that he used excessive force or something because he he grabbed him."

Twitch's Official Statement and Discrepancies [08:27]

• Twitch issued a statement claiming the safety and security of attendees is their highest priority and that the individual's behavior was unacceptable.
• The statement asserted that law enforcement and event security responded to the incident.
• However, the speaker notes that the longer clip shows the assailant walking away unimpeded for approximately two and a half minutes.
• Twitch stated the individual was immediately blocked from returning and banned indefinitely from Twitch premises and events.
• They also mentioned coordinating with the impacted creators' team and cooperating with law enforcement.
• Security at meet and greet check-in points was increased, and additional personnel were assigned to surround participating streamers.
• A protocol of not accommodating plus ones for the remainder of the event was implemented.

"The behavior displayed by the individual involved in the incident yesterday involving a high-profile streamer was completely unacceptable and deeply upsetting."

Emirou's Counter-Statement and Contractual Obligations [11:03]

• Emirou directly refuted Twitch's statement, calling the claim that the guy was "immediately caught and detained" a "blatant lie."
• She stated the assailant was allowed to walk away and was not apprehended until hours after the attack, suggesting it only happened due to her manager pressing for action.
• Emirou expressed she did not feel cared for or protected, even with her own security and staff.
• She stated this would be her last TwitchCon and encouraged other creators to consider not attending.
• Emirou revealed she was obligated by contract to attend the meet and greet to keep her show, implying she did not want to do it.
• She approached the meet and greet with optimism, hoping people would be nice, but this was not the case.
• The speaker emphasizes that Twitch failed to provide even the bare minimum of adequate security for this required meet and greet.

"I'm sorry, but that is a blatant lie. He was allowed to walk away from my meet and greet."

Recurring Safety Concerns at TwitchCon [12:25]

• The speaker notes that this is not a new criticism of TwitchCon, with consistent reports of safety concerns over the years.
• Previous TwitchCons have seen issues like drink spiking and a lack of security presence.
• Despite assurances from Twitch each year about beefing up security, significant security concerns seem to arise annually.
• The incident occurred on day one of TwitchCon, despite their emphasis on strong security for the year.
• The speaker reiterates that the security, even if present off-camera, was not efficacious or good at stopping threats.
• The assailant's intentions could have been malicious, including murder, yet he was not stopped before reaching Emirou and assaulting her.

"There has been consistently something that people have spoken out about for years with TwitchCon."