Twitch streamer Krimoe arrested after waving toy gun during livestream outside the Houses of Parliament in London (Image via Getty)
A Twitch streamer has been arrested in London after a livestream showed a toy gun being waved near the Houses of Parliament. The incident happened in a busy public place, with famous landmarks clearly visible in the background. Police acted fast after the video appeared online and raised safety concerns.The streamer, known online as Krimoe, was broadcasting live on Twitch when officers arrived at the scene. He was later arrested on suspicion of having an imitation firearm in a public place. The arrest happened while the group was still live, making the moment spread quickly on social media.The Metropolitan Police confirmed that 11 men were arrested in total. All were later released on bail as officers continue their investigation. No one was hurt, but the case has sparked serious questions about public safety, livestream behavior, and responsibility online. The incident happened close to some of the most guarded locations in the UK, which is why police took it very seriously from the start.
Twitch streamer Krimoe detained near the Houses of Parliament during live broadcast
Krimoe, who has more than 48,000 followers, was part of a group livestreaming near the Houses of Parliament. The video showed the Big Ben and the Palace of Westminster clearly behind them.During the stream, a toy gun appeared on camera. It was pointed toward the lens and then passed around between people in the group. Moments later, police officers arrived and stopped the broadcast.The Metropolitan Police said in a statement that officers arrested 11 men “on suspicion of possession of an imitation firearm in a public place.” Police added that all suspects have been bailed while further checks are carried out.UK law treats imitation firearms seriously, especially in public places. Although it was a prop – it could still cause fear and panic especially when used in an environment such as Parliament that is very sensitive to the public. There were many comments made during the live-streamed incident stating how reckless the actions were. Others pointed out how livestreams can turn risky when creators try to shock viewers for attention.Twitch, which launched in 2011, allows users to broadcast live for long hours. While it started mainly for gaming, many streamers now use it for outdoor and lifestyle content. This case has again raised concerns about safety rules and how far creators should go during live broadcasts. Police have not confirmed when charging decisions will be made. For now, the investigation remains open.Also Read: Did Twitch Get Hacked? Streamers Report Payout Changes As Platform Confirms Investigation
