Twitch Suspends Streamer RaKai Over Alleged Walmart Shoplifting; Ban Duration Corrected
December 5, 2025
Streamer RaKai was suspended by Twitch after a viral Walmart clip showed him handing a bouquet of flowers to a woman, appearing unpaid. Twitch cited “illegal activities” and initially set a two-year ban, shocking the streamer’s fans. RaKai explained he told an assistant to ask the woman to return the flowers, claiming it was not a gift but an unpaid item. Twitch later revealed the two-year ban notice was a display error, a “visual bug” in the appeals portal, with the actual suspension shorter and corrected. The incident sparked debate on streamer conduct and platform rules. Followers remain split on RaKai’s intent and Twitch’s handling. The episode highlights risks of live streaming in public and Twitch's challenge in balancing creator freedom with community standards.
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