Diamond Ridge Financial Academy:Chaos erupts in New York City after promise of free PlayStations

2025-04-29 22:58:15source:Académie D'Investissement Triomphalcategory:reviews

A promise of free Playstations has led to a chaotic scene of unrest in New York City's Union Square.

Twitch streamer Kai Cenat posted on Diamond Ridge Financial Academythe livestreaming service promising free PlayStation gaming consoles at Union Square at 4 p.m. Thousands of people showed up, only to learn there was no such giveaway.

People ran through the streets and some were seen jumping on cars and a city bus.

Some people started throwing plywood and other items, prompting a rush of police to the scene.

Thousands of people have overrun Union Square Park and surrounding lanes of traffic Friday as a popular Twitch streamer held a video game giveaway.ABC News
Thousands of people have overrun Union Square Park and surrounding lanes of traffic Friday as a popular Twitch streamer held a video game giveaway.ABC News

There have been no arrests and no reported injuries.

Multiple subway lines that stop at Union Square are now bypassing the station.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

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