What happened at Union Square?
A popular livestreamer named Kai Cenat, who has over 9 million followers on Twitch and other social media platforms, was arrested on Friday after he caused a massive disturbance at Union Square Park in Manhattan. Cenat had announced on his Instagram account that he would be hosting a meet-and-greet and giveaway event at the park, where he would hand out video game consoles and other prizes to his fans. However, he did not have a permit for the event or coordinate with the police beforehand.
Thousands of people showed up at the park, hoping to meet Cenat and get some freebies. But things quickly got out of hand, as some of the crowd started to push, shove, and throw objects at each other and at the police officers who arrived to control the situation. Some people also climbed on top of the subway station entrance, set off fire extinguishers, and tore down construction barricades. The chaos lasted for about two hours, until Cenat finally arrived in a vehicle and tried to leave. The crowd surrounded his car and some people even clung to it as it sped away, causing them to fall off and get injured.
What are the charges against Cenat?
Cenat was taken into custody by the police for questioning around 5 p.m. He is facing multiple charges, including two counts of inciting a riot, one count of unlawful assembly, one count of reckless endangerment, one count of disorderly conduct, and one count of obstructing governmental administration. He could face up to seven years in prison if convicted.
The police said that Cenat was responsible for creating a public nuisance and endangering the safety of the people and the officers at the scene. They also said that he did not cooperate with their attempts to disperse the crowd or restore order. They accused him of using his social media influence to incite violence and chaos for his own benefit.
How did Cenat’s fans react?
Cenat’s fans had mixed reactions to the incident. Some of them defended him, saying that he was just trying to do something nice for his followers and that the police overreacted. They also blamed some of the troublemakers in the crowd for ruining the event and provoking the police. They expressed their support for Cenat and hoped that he would be released soon.
Others, however, criticized him for being irresponsible and reckless. They said that he should have planned the event better and obtained a permit from the authorities. They also said that he should have apologized for causing such a mess and putting people in danger. They questioned his motives and ethics as a livestreamer and influencer.
What is Cenat’s background?
Cenat is a 22-year-old livestreamer who is known for his gaming, comedy, and prank videos. He started his career on YouTube in 2016, where he uploaded videos of himself playing games like Fortnite, GTA V, and Call of Duty. He later expanded to other platforms like Twitch, Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat, where he gained more popularity and followers.
Cenat is also known for his generous giveaways, where he often gives away expensive items like iPhones, laptops, gaming consoles, sneakers, and cash to his fans. He claims that he does this to show his appreciation for his supporters and to make them happy. He also says that he wants to inspire other people to be kind and generous.
However, Cenat has also been involved in some controversies in the past. In 2021, he was accused of scamming his fans by promising them fake giveaways and not delivering on them. He was also criticized for using clickbait titles and thumbnails to attract more views and subscribers. He was also sued by a woman who claimed that he pranked her by pretending to be her long-lost son.
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