Twitch streamer's giveaway sparks mayhem in Union Square

UNION SQUARE, Manhattan (WABC) -- Thousands of people have overrun Union Square Park and surrounding lanes of traffic Friday as a popular Twitch streamer held a video game giveaway.

Kai Cenat announced the giveaway on his Instagram.

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