Twitch streamer RaKai received a serious warning from the local police department after calling 911 to complain about a bad haircut while livestreaming. The incident occurred on July 22, and quickly spread across social media through viral clips.
Police later summoned the 17-year-old streamer while he was still alive and explained that misusing emergency services could lead to serious legal trouble. RaKai apologized to the officer and admitted that he did not know that calling 911 to complain about the haircut was wrong.
Police warn RaKai after calling 911 about a bad haircut during a live broadcast
The incident began after Rakai visited a barber to get his hair cut, believing something had gone terribly wrong. During the live broadcast, he became upset and called 911, hoping police would help him take legal action against Al-Hallaq.
“I want to sue him” Rakai told the emergency operator after explaining that his barber had ruined his haircut.The officer seemed surprised and asked if the call was a prank. He also asked if Rakai needed police, firefighters or medical assistance because of the haircut.The officer then advised Rakai that if he wanted to prosecute Al-Hallaq, he should contact the court instead. He also asked Rakai how old he was and asked to speak to his parents.
After Rakai hung up the call, the police department called him back while he was still broadcasting.The officer warned the teen that calling 911 in a non-emergency situation and hanging up could get him into serious trouble.“You’re a bit young to start doing things like this and getting into trouble.” The officer said. “I don’t want you to go to prison when you’re 17. You’ll have a record that will stay with you for the rest of your life.”
Rakai apologizes after police explain danger of 911 abuse
After hearing the officer’s warning, Rakai immediately apologized.He explained that he thought calling the police was the right way to find out if he could sue his barber.“I’m so sorry, sir. My barber ruined my haircut. I thought I could sue him if I called the police. I didn’t know. I’m truly apologetic, sir.” Rakai said.The officer accepted the apology and told him he would tell the responding officers. However, Rakai also reminded that the police already had his address because he had provided it during the emergency call.Once the phone call ended, Rakai ran out of the room screaming, creating another viral moment that quickly spread across social media.Before the 911 call, Rakai joked on live television that he regretted going to another barber. He said he should have stayed with his regular barber because the new haircut made him unhappy.The incident quickly became a point of discussion online, with many viewers sharing clips from the live broadcast. While some people laughed at the situation, others pointed out that 911 should only be used during true emergencies.The viral moment ended with an important lesson. Rakai admitted his mistake, apologized to the police, and learned that emergency services should never be called over problems such as a bad haircut.
