Pokemon GO Streamer Attacked While Live Streaming
Witness the shocking incident as a Pokemon GO streamer is targeted with a BB gun and physically assaulted while exploring the game during a live stream session. Stay tuned to discover the harrowing ordeal faced by the streamer in this unsettling encounter.
Pokemon GO streamer BrandonTheGr8 was recently shot with a BB gun while exploring New York City. Brandon is well-known for his Pokemon GO and IRL streams, where he takes his audience on virtual adventures around the city while interacting with them.
Pokemon GO is a game that encourages players to walk around in order to discover and catch Pokemon nearby, level them up, and engage in battles with other players. The game's interactive and immersive nature has made it a popular choice for many IRL Twitch streamers who are seeking to add excitement to their escapades. Some Pokemon GO streamers have had positive interactions with fans, while others unfortunately have experienced harassment.
Twitch streamer BrandonTheGr8 was recently harassed live in New York City while playing Pokemon GO. In a Twitch clip shared on Twitter, Brandon encountered a group of masked teenagers. One of them shot his thigh with a BB gun, prompting Brandon to warn them that many viewers could see their faces. However, the group continued to follow him, even threatening to rob him. As Brandon tried to walk away, one of the teens even slapped his head.
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Pokemon GO Streamer Escapes Assault
After Brandon shared the Twitch clip, his followers showed concern and anger towards the masked teenagers' actions during his Pokemon GO stream. Many were relieved that Brandon managed to get away from the incident without serious injuries. In a tweet, Brandon updated everyone that he was okay and fortunate that the incident took place near a major transport hub. This allowed him to quickly seek assistance at a nearby subway station, preventing the group from continuing to follow him.
Pokemon GO streamers have faced dangerous situations while livestreaming, such as Summit1G being swatted and another streamer having their phone stolen. The real-time nature of streaming can be risky, leading many creators to be cautious about sharing personal information and their location.
There is a troubling trend of streamers and content creators being attacked while live. Twitch streamer Satuye recently captured an assault on camera, while others have been targeted in swatting pranks. This highlights the importance of protecting public figures from individuals who believe it's acceptable to harm others simply because they are being filmed.
