Johnny Somali attacked on stream as he’s facing “mandatory” jail time

Streamer Johnny Somali was attacked on stream during another IRL broadcast in Seoul, Korea, as he is facing “mandatory” time in prison. 

Since being charged with obstruction of business by South Korean police in mid-November, Johnny Somali – real name Ramsey Khalid Ismael – has made a return to streaming. However, it hasn’t been without problems.

While awaiting further time in court for his trial, Ismael has the freedom to walk around Seoul. As a result, he has followed other streamers, ran around half-naked, and had run-ins with the police. 

On top of that, during a stream on March 27, the streamer was punched by a passer-by as he stood wearing a ‘Make America Great Again’ hat at a marketplace. 

Johnny Somali attacked on stream

As the streamer spoke to his chat, asking them if they were enjoying the stream, he was punched from the left-hand side of the screen. The blow sent Somali towards the floor, prompting him to repeatedly yell “woah” as he recovered.

The streamer followed the attacker in question, who racially abused him too. “You’re disrespecting Korea,” the attacker said as Ismael suggested he would report him for the assault.

“Hit better next time,” Somali said as the man walked into the subway. Their exchange ended there after the streamer urged him to “come talk” and “take the mask off” that was covering his face. 

So, these mockumentarians decided to have racist Johnny Somali cause trouble and disrespect South Koreans publicly. Then this happened. #johnnysomali got popped. Dwarf Johnny went down sideways. He even called his attacker a pussy while cowering away. Hilarious…! pic.twitter.com/0FEiD85rfr

— johnnysosmally (@johnnysosmally) March 27, 2025

The streamer taunted the man as he walked away, claiming he’d done “no damage” to him with the one blow. 

As noted, Somali has continued being a nuisance to the general public, and other streamers, during this return to streaming. He has been accused of stalking creators Slightly Homeless and Nana, following them into a hookah bar in mid-March. 

Ismael also caused a loss of business and disruption for the bar after smashing a glass. Legal experts believe he could face further charges on that front should the bar push for it. 

He is facing “mandatory” time in prison due to a fifth charge against him for the use of AI deepfakes of other streamers. That charge does not come with the option for a fine and has a 98% conviction rate, according to Legal Mindset.