German Streamers' Prank Involving Police Sparks Online Debate

German Streamers' Prank Involving Police Sparks Online Debate On June 4th, 2025, a video surfaced online detailing a prank orchestrated by German streamers Daniel Slump and Kolja Goldstein that involved both active and former police officers. The prank, which initially caused considerable upset, was later explained by the streamers, revealing it to be a planned event. The video, uploaded by Mazdak (mazdakyt), garnered significant attention, generating thousands of views in a short time. The video features leaked audio from the prank itself, coupled with Mazdak's commentary. Mazdak states, "Das ganze war ein prank an Kolja." (The whole thing was a prank on Kolja.) This statement, along with the leaked audio, helps to contextualize the event and its aftermath. The incident highlights the potential for misunderstandings in online interactions, even within the context of a planned prank. The incident also shows how quickly a situation can escalate online, and the importance of clear communication. While the prank initially caused controversy, the explanation provided by the streamers helped to mitigate the negative reactions.