Shangel, known as ShangelNYC, reportedly livestreamed an incident in Times Square, showing panic among his friends. However, AI assistant Grok stated that no credible news or police reports confirm a shooting on August 6, 2025. The viral video has created various reactions across social media. Shangel, a 22-year-old influencer, became popular for TikTok videos, accruing over 500,000 followers since his start in 2021. He also has a notable presence on other platforms, including YouTube with over 200,000 subscribers, and is the CEO of an apparel brand.
Grok, an AI assistant from xAI, confirmed that there were no credible reports of a shooting involving Shangel in Times Square on August 6, 2025, indicating that the video might be staged.
The video showing Shangel and his friends in panic during a supposed shooting incident is circulating widely, generating shock and confusion among viewers online.
ShangelNYC, a 22-year-old influencer, gained substantial popularity on TikTok with over 500,000 followers since starting in 2021 and also has a strong following on YouTube.
Before the incident, Shangel had a recent livestream on August 5, 2025, lasting three hours, attracting around 33,000 followers on Kick.
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