Streamer YourRAGE swatted during livestream

YourRAGE was swatted during a livestream, leading to police disrupting the stream and detaining the streamer.

Streamer YourRAGE, real name Josh, faced a distressing incident in the early hours of Thursday when he was swatted during a livestream. 

As officers attempted to break into his house, Josh expressed confusion, saying, “I don’t know what’s going on outside.” The streamer described the chaotic scene in his courtyard before leaving the stream, with blue lights illuminating the area and his dogs barking loudly.

YourRAGE got SWATTED on stream..

Swatting is not cool. 🤦‍♂️‼️ pic.twitter.com/mrjoxuio4A

— DramaAlert (@DramaAlert) August 8, 2024

The stream abruptly ended when police entered his streaming room. Later, Josh posted a picture on social media showing himself with his hands up outside his house. He was reportedly detained briefly, as the incident was suspected to be a cruel prank.

Can a nigga just react to videos & play video games in peace?????

I’m sorry I had to end I’ll be back tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/7SXEJhzRsx

— FaZe YourRAGE (@YourRAGEz) August 8, 2024

Fans of YourRAGE condemned the unknown individual responsible for the swatting. This isn't the first time Josh has faced danger while streaming. Last month, he suffered an eye injury during a livestream accident. A clip from 3 July shows him chopping wood in the dark when the axe handle bounced back, striking his face.

YourRAGE is a popular Twitch and Kick streamer known for his reactions, pranks, and gaming streams, including Fortnite, Among Us, and Grand Theft Auto V. He is also noted for collaborating with members of AMP.