Victimized eldest daughter consulted ChatGPT, leading to a report to child welfare authorities? The assault case involving former Giants manager Abe

Former Yomiuri Giants manager Shinnosuke Abe was arrested and later released over alleged assault on his 18-year-old daughter at his home in Tokyo, then resigned.

Reports say the daughter consulted ChatGPT about what to do after the incident and contacted a child consultation center based on the response.

The child welfare center then notified the Metropolitan Police, making the case notable for AI being used as a first step in seeking help.

The incident has drawn attention as an example of generative AI helping victims navigate domestic abuse and reporting channels.