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Disneyland Swatting Incident Sparks Panic Amid Livestreaming Hoax

3/13/2026

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On March 12, 2026, Disneyland in Anaheim faced a swatting incident after police responded to a false mass shooting report.
The Anaheim Police Department confirmed the hoax involved Oblivion, the livestreamer removed from the park.
Oblivion said he was targeted by swatting while streaming to 14,000 viewers.
Earlier that day, authorities arrived at Westfield Santa Anita Mall with rifles drawn after two livestreamers were swatted and found no threat.

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Story summary

On March 12, 2026, Disneyland in Anaheim faced a swatting incident after police responded to a false mass shooting report.
The Anaheim Police Department confirmed the hoax involved Oblivion, the livestreamer removed from the park.
Oblivion said he was targeted by swatting while streaming to 14,000 viewers.
Earlier that day, authorities arrived at Westfield Santa Anita Mall with rifles drawn after two livestreamers were swatted and found no threat.