Twitch streamer hit by car live on camera – ‘It felt like slow motion’
A Twitch streamer was struck by a car while broadcasting live on camera, capturing the harrowing incident in real-time. The incident took place on Main Street in downtown Chicago on Tuesday evening. The streamer, known by the username ‘GamerXtreme,’ was crossing the street while live streaming a walk-and-talk session with viewers when a car ran a red light and hit him.
In the video footage, the streamer can be seen looking shocked as the car suddenly appears in the frame and strikes him, causing the camera to fall to the ground. Spectators in the area rushed to help the streamer, who sustained minor injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. The driver of the car, who remained at the scene, claimed that their brakes had malfunctioned, leading to the accident.
Following the incident, ‘GamerXtreme’ took to social media to thank his followers for their support and reassured them that he was doing okay. The Chicago Police Department has launched an investigation into the incident to determine the exact cause of the accident.
Both the streamer and the driver are cooperating with the authorities, and no charges have been filed at this time. The incident has sparked a debate online about the risks faced by live streamers who broadcast their daily activities, with many calling for increased awareness of personal safety while streaming in public spaces.
The video of the incident has since been removed from the Twitch platform, in line with the platform’s guidelines on violent or graphic content. ‘GamerXtreme’ has not indicated whether he plans to continue live streaming following the traumatic event.
Sources Analysis:
Main Street News – A local news outlet known for its unbiased reporting on incidents in the downtown area. No history of disinformation or bias found.
Chicago Police Department – As a law enforcement agency, their goal is to investigate the incident and determine the facts surrounding the case. No inherent bias identified.
Fact Check:
Twitch streamer hit by a car live on camera – Verified facts; Video footage capturing the incident – Verified facts; The driver claimed their brakes malfunctioned – Unconfirmed claims.
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