AI-Generated Sexualized Images of Minors Circulated by Students in Haro
Students at a secondary school in Haro, La Rioja reportedly used AI image generation tools to create sexualized images of over ten female classmates aged 14 to 16, which they distributed via WhatsApp. The regional education authority began investigating after the school reported the incident, though the Guardia Civil initially received a complaint that was withdrawn.
What happened
Several students at IES Manuel Bartolomé Cossío in Haro used AI image generation tools to create sexualized images of more than ten female classmates aged 14 to 16 years. According to reports, on Monday, 12 January, one student showed other students photos of their female classmates altered with AI to depict them in sexual poses and partially clothed. The students distributed these images through WhatsApp groups.
Reported impact
More than ten girls aged 14 to 16 years were affected by the creation and circulation of AI-generated sexualized images using their faces. Parents were notified by the school on Tuesday afternoon about the incident.
Index analysis
The incident involved the use of AI image generation tools to create non-consensual sexualized deepfake images of minors, which were then distributed through social media platforms.
Governance controls
Inspección Educativa del Gobierno de La Rioja investigated and evaluated the case in collaboration with the school's direction. Technicians from the education ministry visited the school to assess the facts and their severity, noting that centers are governed by internal regulations separate from criminal law.
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Sources and evidence
This record was researched and written by the Index, based on the following original reporting.