"Twitch Streamer's NYC Giveaway Triggers Riot in Union Square Park"

Twitch streamer and YouTuber Kai Cenat has been charged with inciting a riot and unlawful assembly after a giveaway event in New York City's Union Square turned chaotic, with thousands of people becoming unruly. Cenat was released from police custody and is set to appear in court in August. Representatives for Cenat apologized for the disorderly conduct and stated that they are cooperating with authorities. The event resulted in the arrest of 65 people, including 30 juveniles, and injuries to several individuals, including police officers. Videos showed the crowd engaging in violent behavior, including tearing down barricades and throwing objects. The NYPD had to call in approximately 1,000 officers to regain control of the situation.
- Twitch Streamer Charged After His Giveaway Erupts Into Total Chaos in NYC The Daily Beast
- Kai Cenat charged with inciting a riot in Union Square Park in New York City WTHR
- New York City giveaway ends in riot, police plan to charge streamer Kai Cenat KCRA 3
- Union Square riot in which teens hurled fireworks, tables is 'a parenting issue': Mayor Adams New York Post
- Union Square mayhem: Woman with baby takes cover inside Capitol One bank after chaos erupts from Twitch video game giveaway WABC-TV
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