Influencer faces charges of inciting riot after New York giveaway causes chaos

Kai Cenat drew thousands to Union Square with promises of giving away new PlayStation, leading to dozens of arrests

Social media influencer Kai Cenat is facing charges of inciting a riot and promoting an unlawful gathering in New York City after the online streamer drew thousands of his followers – many of them teenagers – with promises of giving away electronics, including a new PlayStation.

The gathering produced chaos, with dozens of people arrested – some jumping atop vehicles, hurling bottles and throwing punches.