On December 10, 2022, Daniel Larson experienced one of his most infamous meltdowns during a livestream on his TikTok account @daniellarson62. The incident, widely referred to as the December 10th Incident, involved a violent altercation with Bob Proctor, Daniel’s mentor and the last person who genuinely cared for him. This event marked a significant turning point in how the community perceived Daniel, highlighting the severity of his mental health issues and his capacity for violence.
Meltdown
The meltdown occurred in Bob Proctor’s car, where Daniel, visibly distressed, began hitting himself to the point of bleeding. Throughout the livestream, Daniel accused the motel of threatening to kill him, which he claimed led to his emotional breakdown. He repeatedly cried out, “The motel threatened to kill me!” while holding a bloody napkin from a nosebleed. Bob Proctor, increasingly frustrated and concerned, repeatedly told Daniel to get out of his car.
As the situation escalated, Daniel began physically attacking Bob, who was forced to call the police for assistance. Bob’s desperate attempts to get Daniel out of the car were met with resistance and further violence. Daniel’s accusations and erratic behavior underscored his delusional state, driven by his belief in the motel’s threats, which were likely instigated by trolls.
Prior to the incident, Daniel had been posting on his YouTube community tab about losing his care services and facing financial responsibilities. He also mentioned being kicked out of a motel for destroying property, such as microwaves and windows. Trolls had reportedly called the motel, leading to further complications and stress for Daniel. These events culminated in Daniel seeking refuge in Bob’s vehicle, where the meltdown unfolded.
Following the incident, Daniel went live on YouTube from an ambulance, where he continued to claim that the motel had threatened him with a gun. Hours later, he posted on his YouTube community tab that Bob was putting his music career on hold and had bought him a plane ticket to California. Daniel’s posts and interactions with fans revealed a community divided, with many expressing anger and disappointment over his actions.
Despite the assault, Bob did not press charges against Daniel. There was speculation that Daniel’s relocation to Los Angeles was related to California’s 5150 law, which allows for psychiatric holds for individuals deemed a danger to themselves or others. However, no further action was taken in this regard. The December 10th Incident remains one of the most significant and controversial episodes in Daniel Larson’s history.
Sources: daniellarson.wiki, Archive.org, reddit, archive.today