Twitch Star Fanum’s Lamborghini Seized by NYPD at Dominican Day Parade
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Screenshot Via YouTube@FanumLive
In a startling incident at the New York City Dominican Day Parade, Twitch streamer Fanum found himself in a confrontation with the NYPD that quickly went viral. Known for his engaging livestreams and massive following, Fanum was streaming the parade live when police stopped him, drawing their guns and detaining him, leading to a cascade of social media reactions.
Fanum, a prominent member of the AMP content creation group, was driving through the parade in his Lamborghini Urus, surrounded by fans. His livestream was in full swing when the unexpected police intervention occurred. Although Fanum himself was not arrested, his driver, identified as Walton, was taken into custody. Adding to the shock, the police seized Fanum’s luxury vehicle, leaving the streamer and his followers bewildered.
The incident unfolded live on Fanum’s Twitch channel, capturing the dramatic moments when police officers approached his car with weapons drawn. Fanum, visibly confused and concerned, repeatedly questioned the officers’ actions. “He’s got his gun out, why does he have his gun out?!” Fanum exclaimed during the livestream. The tension escalated until Fanum’s stream abruptly cut off, adding to the confusion and concern among his viewers.
Fanum is currently at the Dominican Day parade in New York & just had guns pointed at him by NYPD 😬😬😬pic.twitter.com/j8ZrLVg9nf
— FearBuck (@FearedBuck) July 28, 2024
Despite the interruption of the livestream, the story continued to develop on social media platforms. Both Fanum and his friend Ray shared updates on Snapchat, revealing more details about the police confrontation. Videos posted later showed NYPD helicopters surveying the area, highlighting the seriousness of the situation.
A clip shared on X (formerly Twitter) by user @FearedBuck showed Fanum in disbelief, questioning the necessity of the officer’s drawn weapon. “Why does he have his gun out? Get the camera on this, bro. Why’s the gun out? Why do you have this gun out?” he asked repeatedly. The video, which quickly garnered over half a million views, showed the officers seemingly demanding that Fanum exit his vehicle.
Fanum, a Twitch star with over 2 million followers, is well-known in the streaming community and popular for his relatable content and vibrant personality. His cultural background made his presence at the Dominican Day Parade particularly significant, drawing even more attention to the incident.
The NYPD have now arrested Fanum’s driver & took Fanum’s Lamborghini Urus 😧😧pic.twitter.com/qqQb8aCi41
— FearBuck (@FearedBuck) July 28, 2024
Interestingly, this isn’t the first time the AMP crew has faced police trouble. In 2023, fellow member Kai Cenat’s livestream caused a major disruption in New York City, resulting in fines but no trial. The repeated clashes with law enforcement have led to the AMP team being evicted from their New York City penthouse, forcing them to seek new accommodations to continue their content creation.
The recent confrontation at the Dominican Day Parade raises questions about the NYPD’s response and the treatment of high-profile content creators during public events. As Fanum and his team navigate these challenges, their experiences continue to resonate with their massive online following.
The incident underscores the unpredictable nature of livestreaming in public spaces and the potential for unexpected encounters with law enforcement. As Fanum and his fans await further developments, the incident serves as a reminder of the complexities and risks associated with real-time content creation in today’s digital age. Stay tuned for updates as this story unfolds.
Shivam Kumar
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