A large crowd gathered in New York City’s Union Square for popular YouTubers and Twitch streamers Kai Cenat and Fanum’s PlayStation Five giveaway.
Police say thousands came out to the event, with some fighting and throwing fire extinguishers at each other.
Photographs and videos have since circulated on the internet of Friday’s mayhem with police trying to stop l the madness.
Cenat was reportedly arrested for his role, the Sun U.S. reported. Others were also arrested.
It’s unknown if anyone was injured.
Absolutely blown away by Crystal Gross’s report on the Twitch streamer Kai Cenat event in NYC’s Union Square! As a Gaming enthusiast, it’s both exciting and alarming to see the power of livestream giveaways and the kind of turnout it can generate. Goes to show how influential the streaming community has become. The mix of gaming, streaming, and real-world events can surely kick things up a notch, but safety is paramount. Hope everyone involved is okay. Eager to see more updates on this story. Keep it up!
That’s exactly what happens to Speed on all of his tours – it’s super entertaining to watch, but it also comes with its risks. When such massive crowds follow a streamer like him, it can quickly become chaotic and even dangerous. The excitement and energy of the fans are amazing, but the safety of the streamer and the crowd should always come first. Having a proper security team in place is absolutely essential! It’s a reminder of how impactful and popular streamers have become nowaday..