AceShowbiz - Blueface, the Los Angeles rapper, was unexpectedly detained by police during a livestream after someone made a false emergency call reporting multiple shootings at his residence.

On July 21, Blueface was streaming live on his Kick account when law enforcement officers suddenly surrounded his home. He stepped outside and complied with police instructions to walk backward before being handcuffed. The rapper later informed his viewers that they had been the target of a “swatting” prank, where someone falsely claimed that several people had been shot and killed inside his house.

The hoax call reportedly stated that Blueface had killed his girlfriend and was holding her child captive. This prompted a rapid and serious response from the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department. After arriving on the scene, officers confirmed that both the girlfriend and child were safe, and Blueface was released without charges.

Such swatting incidents have troubled other high-profile artists as well. For example, rapper Nicki Minaj has encountered similar false emergency calls, which she has publicly discussed in the past. These prank calls not only disrupt public safety resources but also put those targeted at risk.

Blueface sarcastically acknowledged the incident on his stream, noting the content potential it created despite the seriousness of the situation. As of now, the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department and Blueface’s team have not issued formal comments regarding the event.

This incident highlights the ongoing problem of swatting calls affecting public figures, disrupting their lives and law enforcement operations. Viewers can find footage of Blueface being detained during the false emergency response circulating online.

This article is based on reporting originally published by Xxlmag.