Kai Cenat has had a disturbing series of swatting incidents during his huge 30-day live stream event on Twitch, known as Mafiathon 2. The well-known 22-year-old streamer has partnered with law enforcement to deal with the dangerous and disruptive pranks that have spoiled the beginning of his streaming marathon.
Series of swatting calls disrupt the stream
Cenat’s Mafiathon 2, which kicked off in early November with appearances from celebrities like Lil Uzi Vert and even a Kim Kardashian cameo, took a turn when police received a call reporting a trespasser at his location. When officers arrived, the situation quickly deescalated. Though, this was just the start.
The next day, another swatting call claimed there had been a shooting at Cenat’s location, causing an armed police response and a brief interruption in his live broadcast. During this time, Cenat’s Twitch channel was banned temporarily. “It’s crazy to deal with this mid-stream,” he said to fans on Instagram Live, noting his frustration and confusion.
Swatting continues despite precautions
Despite police now monitoring Cenat’s address, the swatting attempts continued with two additional calls reported later in the week. Swatting — making a false report to send police or SWAT teams to someone’s home — poses real dangers. “Getting swatted smh hold tight,” Cenat shared with his followers on X.
Swatting is considered a serious violation in Georgia. First offenses may be prosecuted as felonies under state law, and the severity of the penalty increases with repeated instances. The law, which was reinforced in 2024, requires offenders to cover any losses resulting from false reports. Though no arrests have been made in Cenat’s case, police are actively investigating.
A stream for a cause
Cenat’s Mafiathon 2 aims to raise funds for schools in Nigeria, with 20% of the event’s revenue pledged for charity. Cenat showed resiliency in the face of the interruptions, carrying on with his 24/7 livestream throughout November and collaborating closely with local authorities to avoid more.
Image courtesy: Kai Cenat
