What started as another typical IRL stream turned into a serious legal issue for Norwegian streamer Detoo.
During a recent livestream, a vehicle carrying Detoo and a friend swerved dangerously close to an oncoming cyclist, barely avoiding what could have been a devastating collision. The shocking moment was captured live during a Twitch stream.
Norwegian streamer Detoo broadcasts vehicle nearly hitting cyclist during livestream https://t.co/ymJtY5xT1a pic.twitter.com/gS63zlLDKI
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Instead of concern for the cyclist’s safety, those in the car laughed about the near-miss. The stream continued with jokes about the incident while viewers watched in disbelief.
Those same viewers quickly took action. Multiple reports were sent to Norwegian police, who responded with remarkable speed. Authorities temporarily revoked the driver’s license, pending further investigation into what happened.
IRL streaming has always walked a thin line between entertainment and responsibility. Twitch’s community guidelines explicitly prohibit content that endangers public safety or breaks the law. This situation falls squarely into both categories.
Detoo’s initial reaction made matters worse. He laughed during the stream and reportedly attempted to delete clips of the incident afterward. Only after seeing the public reaction did he issue an apology during the same broadcast.
This isn’t the first time livestreamers have faced consequences for dangerous behavior on camera. Platforms like Twitch have tightened policies in recent years, but enforcement often relies on viewer reports after the damage is already done.
Norwegian traffic laws treat reckless driving seriously. Offenders can face substantial fines, license suspension, and even jail time in severe cases. The temporary license revocation suggests authorities are considering formal charges.
Editor’s Note (April 17, 2025): An earlier version of this article did not make it clear that streamer Detoo was not driving or operating the livestream. The article has been updated to reflect this.
