Kai Cenat Falsely SWATed, Twitch Ban Lifted: "I'm Innocent!"
Popular Twitch streamer Kai Cenat was falsely SWATed on Thursday, August 4, resulting in a police raid on his home. SWAT teams stormed Cenat's residence with their guns drawn, handcuffing him and holding him at gunpoint.
SWAT Raid and Police Response
The SWAT team had been dispatched to Cenat's home after receiving a false report of an active shooter. The report claimed that Cenat had shot someone in his house and was holding others hostage.
When the police arrived, they surrounded the house and ordered Cenat to surrender. Cenat was compliant with the police and was taken into custody without incident. No injuries were reported during the incident.
Twitch Ban Lifted
Following the SWAT raid, Twitch suspended Cenat's channel due to a policy violation related to law enforcement involvement. However, after reviewing the situation, Twitch lifted the ban on August 5.
Cenat's Statement
In a statement posted on social media, Cenat expressed his relief that the SWAT raid had been resolved peacefully. He also thanked the police for their professionalism and the Twitch community for its support.
"I'm innocent of these accusations, and I'm glad that the truth has come out," Cenat said. "I'm thankful for the support of my fans and for the Twitch community."
Investigation into False Report
The police are currently investigating the false report that led to the SWAT raid. It is not yet known who made the report or why.
Impact on Gaming Community
The false SWATting of Cenat has raised concerns about the safety of streamers and the need for stricter punishments for those who engage in this harmful behavior.
SWATing is a dangerous and illegal prank that can put lives at risk. It is important to report any false reports to the authorities and to help stop this dangerous trend.