Summary
During a livestream from the Dominican Day parade in New York City, popularTwitchstreamer Fanum found himself in an unexpected situation. As theTwitchstreamer navigated the vibrant celebration, police officers pulled him over and seized his Lamborghini, holding him at gunpoint. The incident, captured in real-time, has sparked widespread attention and discussions among the streaming community.
Recently, while livestreaming from the Dominican Day parade, Fanum found himself surrounded by enthusiastic fans. After over an hour of streaming, he attempted to leave but was stopped by police officers with guns drawn. Expressing confusion, Fanum repeatedly questioned why the officer had his gun out before his stream abruptly ended. Reportedly, Fanum’s driver, Walton, was arrested, and authorities drove off in Fanum’s Lamborghini Urus, leaving him to walk away. With this incident, Fanum adds to the list ofstreamers who have experienced police encountersduring their livestreams.
Several Clips of Fanum’s Dominican Day Parade Incident Went Viral on Social Media
The reason for the incident remains unclear, and Fanum has yet to address it publicly. It is also worth noting that, following the seizure of Fanum’s Lamborghini, images have surfaced that appear to show an NYPD officer posing with the vehicle. As fans await further clarification, it’s important to note that this is not the first instance of a streamer being arrested. In August 2023, content creatorFousey was also arrested during a 24/7 subathonlivestream from his hotel room.
Additionally, this incident bears some resemblance to thegiveaway event organized by Twitch streamer Kai Cenatin New York City last year. During that event, the overwhelming crowd of eager fans caused significant disruptions, leading to pushing, shoving, and the throwing of objects. The chaotic scene resulted in both Kai Cenat and his friend Duke facing serious complications and ultimately being arrested. These incidents highlight the challenges and potential risks associated with large-scale public events and the intense enthusiasm of fans.
