Game developer, Takahashi, has developed an 'anti-groping' application for cellphones. Supposedly, the app is one of the top 10 mobile downloads in Japan.
Want to know how it works?
Let's say Debbie gets grabbed at a bus stop. She activates the software from her phone, and shows the display to the offender.
What does he see?
"Excuse me, did you just grope me?" "Groping is a crime," and "Shall we head to the police?"
Now, if that doesn't deter him, I don't know what will...
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Takahashi Anti-Grope Application
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