TwitchCon, the annual convention for Twitch streamers and fans, has once again been marred by a serious safety incident. Emiru, a popular streamer with nearly two million followers, was assaulted at her meet-and-greet on the first day of TwitchCon 2025 in San Diego. The incident has raised concerns about the event’s safety measures and the company’s handling of the situation.

According to Emiru, her attacker crossed multiple barriers, grabbed her face, and tried to kiss her before her own security intervened. She claims that TwitchCon security was nowhere to be found, and that nearby personnel did not react to the incident. In a post on social media, Emiru expressed her disappointment with how Twitch handled the situation, stating that she was “hurt and upset” by the company’s response.

This incident is not an isolated one. In recent years, TwitchCon has been plagued by safety issues, including a foam pit disaster in 2022 that left one attendee with a broken back, and harassment of Twitch partners by Kick-affiliated streamers in 2024. Several major creators, including Valkyrae and Hasan Piker, have publicly opted out of attending the event in 2025, citing safety concerns.

In contrast to other conventions, such as San Diego Comic-Con and VidCon, TwitchCon’s safety measures have been criticized for being inadequate. The event’s design, which emphasizes accessibility and proximity between streamers and fans, can create a sense of vulnerability for creators. While Twitch has implemented safety measures on its platform, the company’s approach to safety at TwitchCon has been reactive rather than preventive.

Twitch CEO Dan Clancy has acknowledged the challenges of ensuring safety at the event, stating that it is a complex issue that requires ongoing investment and effort. However, his comments have been met with skepticism by some creators, who feel that the company is not doing enough to protect them.

The incident has sparked a wider conversation about the safety of streamers and the responsibility of platforms like Twitch to protect their creators. As the streaming industry continues to grow, it is clear that safety must be a top priority. Until TwitchCon’s security measures are improved, the event will continue to be a source of concern for creators and fans alike.