Police are investigating the first case of rape in the metaverse after a child was 'attacked' in a virtual reality video game.
The headset-wearing victim did not suffer any injuries as there was no physical attack but officers said she suffered psychological & emotional trauma.
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In the UK, the offence of rape cannot be committed in a virtual context.
Section 1 of the Sexual Offences Act 2003 describes the offence of rape as one that can only be committed in person.
There is no such offence as ‘virtual rape’.
legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2003/42/…