Startling Encounter: Pokemon Go Enthusiast Reportedly Faces Gunman’s Threat in Church Parking Lot

Cassidy Stephenson

An individual allegedly brandishing a weapon threatened a Pokemon Go player in a church parking lot.

The popular game Pokemon Go has been associated with various dangerous situations, including arrests and injuries. Examples include a player caught dealing drugs while engaging in the game and the confiscation of six guns from another player.

Tragically, several individuals have lost their lives while playing Pokemon Go, such as a father who was fatally shot while accompanied by his six-year-old daughter. For those interested, there is even a grim tracker available to stay informed about deaths related to the game.

This particular incident involved a Pokemon Go player who luckily escaped harm but still endured a terrifying situation.

Pokemon Go player forced to vacate church parking lot

According to a Reddit user who shared their experience on the Pokemon Go subreddit, they had a frightening encounter while playing the game in a church parking lot. The player was participating in a Gengar Raid when an unknown individual approached them.

The Reddit user described the encounter, stating, “He said that he didn’t recognize me and claimed to be armed. He threatened to shoot me if I didn’t leave the premises.” The player clarified that the individual was neither a police officer nor a security guard.

The player recounted their response, saying, “I explained that I was simply playing a game on my phone, but he didn’t care. To avoid escalating the situation, I left the parking lot.” Fortunately, the authorities have intervened and apprehended the individual involved in the incident.

Another Pokemon Go player shared their experience in a church parking lot. They recalled, “As I was battling at the gym, a police officer pulled up next to me and asked if I needed assistance. I explained that I was playing Pokemon Go and had pulled over to avoid distracted driving. The officer responded, ‘As long as you’re not broken down, go catch ’em all.'”

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In response to the story, another individual commented, “Interfering busybodies like that are such clowns. They seriously need to find something better to do with their time. Anyway, I’m glad you’re safe, OP.”

Always remember to remain vigilant of your surroundings and prioritize your safety while playing Pokemon Go.

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