Radio Station Sparks Panic with False King’s Death Announcement

POLICY WIRE — City, Country — A radio station incited panic among listeners after erroneously announcing the King’s death and subsequently broadcasting 16 minutes of silence. The incident...

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August 10, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — City, Country — A radio station incited panic among listeners after erroneously announcing the King’s death and subsequently broadcasting 16 minutes of silence. The incident occurred when a staff member mistakenly played pre-recorded files intended for a hypothetical national emergency.

The station confirmed that the staff member involved had been reprimanded and issued an apology. The presenter, overcome with panic, fled the studio, leaving the airwaves silent.

Listeners reported feeling distressed and confused by the announcement, with many attempting to verify the information through other news sources. Social media platforms were quickly flooded with reactions and queries regarding the King’s status.

In a statement, the radio station assured the public that the announcement was a mistake and that the King is alive and well. The station is conducting an internal review to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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