Bomb blast in Atlanta during Kai Cenat event? Fact-checking bizarre Streamer University audition claims

A person on Facebook shared a video claiming it was from Atlanta, Georgia, where the popular streamer was holding the audition event. “Bomb goes off in Atlanta,” the person wrote, sharing a clip.

In the alleged video the overlay text read that Atlanta was on lockdown, and several law enforcement vehicles could be seen on the street with sirens blaring. However, there are no reports from law enforcement or major and local outlets about any mass casualty event in Atlanta. The Atlanta Police Department also shared a statement on X amid the rumors going viral.

“The Atlanta Police Department is aware of a video circulating on social media that alleges a explosion incident at the Kai Cenat/Streamer University event on Tuesday night. This information is inaccurate. The video in question did not originate in the City of Atlanta, and there is no such incident within our jurisdiction,” they wrote. Thus, the claims made in the video can be verified as untrue.

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The person sharing the video also later updated in the comment section that it was ‘False information’. However, rumor mills have been churning for some time. Prior to the claims of a bomb going off, there were rumors about a shooting at the Kai Cenat event.

A post on X sought to clear the air and remove all speculations surrounding the event. “Kai Cenat’s Streamer University auditions in Atlanta were reportedly shut down after massive crowds showed up,” the person wrote, adding “Videos from the event have gone viral across social media, and there are currently multiple rumors circulating online about what may have caused the shutdown.”

“Some people are claiming there was an active shooter situation, while others are alleging there may have been a bomb threat. At this time, none of those claims have been officially confirmed by authorities, and much of the information currently circulating appears to be based on social media reports and eyewitness accounts,” the page then said.

“What is clear is that the event drew an enormous crowd and quickly became difficult to manage. The Atlanta auditions appeared significantly more chaotic than the Los Angeles auditions, which, from what was shown publicly, seemed to remain relatively organized despite attracting large numbers of attendees. Regardless of what ultimately happened, the turnout once again demonstrated the massive influence streamers now have with younger audiences. Events tied to creators like Kai Cenat are drawing crowds comparable to major artists and traditional celebrities,” it concluded.

As per what cops told a local channel, they responded when people became disruptive. According to authorities, three people were charged on Monday, of which one was detained. A local publication noted that cops also took one person into custody and made an arrest on Tuesday. Law enforcement stated that these arrests were made since people assembled on private property and refused to disperse when requested.

Cenat’s Streamer University auditions are meant to help aspiring content streamers learn, collaborate, and grow their audiences. The popular streamer announced a set of in-person auditions this month across New York, Los Angeles, and Atlanta.

The Atlanta auditions finally took place at the State Farm Arena. The Atlanta Police Department shared a post noting that Streamer University auditions had ‘officially concluded’. They added “We are pleased to report that no significant incidents or public safety events occurred during the event.”