Popular online streamer Denzel “Duke” Dennis has landed in jail after being arrested over the weekend in San Antonio, Texas.
Duke Dennis jail footage goes viral after San Antonio arrest
The incident happened on Saturday night inside a shopping mall and was caught on video by bystanders. The footage has since been widely shared across social media.
The term “Duke Dennis jail” began trending after it was confirmed he was facing two charges: criminal trespassing and evading arrest. These charges are considered legal violations under Texas state law.
Criminal trespassing means entering or staying on private property without permission. Evading arrest means running away from police officers who are trying to arrest or detain someone.
What led to the arrest inside the mall?
According to people who were at the scene, Duke Dennis was reportedly playing a game of hide-and-seek inside the mall with fellow streamer Kai Cenat and others.
The activity, while seemingly harmless, caused a disruption in the public space, leading to security and law enforcement getting involved.
Eyewitnesses said Dennis refused to leave the premises when asked, and police later accused him of unlawfully trying to stay on the property. When officers approached, Dennis allegedly tried to run away.
This led to his arrest.
Cenat, another well-known content creator, was present during the entire incident. Videos show him filming the arrest from an upper floor of the mall. While he was involved in the game, he has not been arrested or charged as of now.
Cenat’s video, showing the moment Dennis was taken into custody, quickly spread online, adding more attention to the situation.
What happens next for Duke Dennis?
As of now, Duke Dennis remains in custody. Police have not released a full statement, but legal experts say the charges he’s facing—although not the most serious—could still carry consequences. These may include fines or jail time, especially if he has previous offenses.
Photos of Dennis in jail, known as mugshots, have already been shared widely on the internet. Many of his fans are waiting to hear more updates, especially about what these charges might mean for his streaming career and future content.
This isn’t the first time members of Dennis’s content group, AMP, have drawn public attention for their activities. Whether this latest event changes how they operate in public spaces remains to be seen.