Former NRG Valorant player, Sam ‘s0m’ Oh, has condemned the individual responsible for a recent swatting attack on his home during the early morning while his family was asleep with the video of him getting swatted viral
Swatting, a dangerous and illegal prank often targeted at livestreamers, involves falsely reporting a serious incident to the police in the hopes of triggering an armed response.
Historically, swatting incidents have led to serious injuries and even fatalities, as armed police respond to a fabricated threat.
Valorant pro player Sam ‘s0m’ Oh swatted during Twitch livestream, video goes viral
Valorant pro and streamer, s0m, was swatted at 6:30am live on streampic.twitter.com/ugskpN18N2
— Dexerto (@Dexerto) January 4, 2024
On January 4, s0m disclosed that he had fallen victim to swatting, which specifically targeted the location where he was staying with his family. The swatting Incident unfolded while s0m was streaming in the early hours, capturing the moment police arrived on his Twitch stream.
In a clip, an officer is seen entering his streaming room with what appears to be a shotgun. Expressing his frustration on Twitter, s0m stated, “Swatted at 6:30 AM while my whole family is sleeping. Actually ridiculous.”
He addressed the perpetrator, emphasizing the seriousness of swatting and the potential danger it poses to people’s lives.
Sam Announced Streaming Later
Despite the disturbing incident, s0m announced his intention to resume streaming later, undeterred by the swatting attempt. Typically, once law enforcement confirms a false alarm, arrangements are made with the streamer to verify future calls in case of additional swatting attempts.
Swatting has become a concerning issue for popular streamers like s0m, with some, including xQc, experiencing frequent incidents that force them to change addresses. Despite such challenges, s0m remains committed to his career and plans to continue streaming.
Who is Sam ‘s0m’ Oh?
Sam “s0m” Oh, born on June 7, 2002, is a retired American professional Counter-Strike: Global Offensive player turned streamer. He retired on October 7, 2020, after joining NRG’s Valorant division.
As a professional Valorant gamer, s0m is a valuable member of NRG’s roster, contributing to the team’s success through his impressive skills. Growing up in a supportive family of four, s0m left home at the age of 15 to pursue his gaming career.
His family, contrary to stereotypes, has been remarkably supportive throughout his journey, even meeting with Complexity Gaming when they offered him a contract. Despite his Asian heritage, s0m’s family continues to be a pillar of support throughout his flourishing career.
Sam ‘s0m’ Oh Girlfriend
S0m Is also in a relationship with Katie Wonn, a fellow Valorant player known for her Twitch streams and TikTok content. The couple often shares their moments together on social media, with Katie amassing a considerable following for her entertaining and original content.