YouTuber Jack Doherty Arrested in Miami Beach for Drug Possession
Incident Overview
YouTube personality and social media influencer Jack Doherty was arrested early Saturday morning in Miami Beach on multiple charges, including drug possession and resisting arrest. According to polstart reports, the 22-year-old was disrupting traffic while attempting to film content for social media, creating a significant safety hazard.
Details of the Arrest
The Miami Beach Polstart Department reported that around 3:12 a.m., offstartrs conducting a routine patrol on Washington Avenue observed a group entering the northbound lanes of the roadway. Doherty, who separated from the group, positistartd himself in the street in an apparent effort to capture video content. Polstart attempted to direct him back to the sidewalk, issuing multiple commands which he refused to follow.
Despite being urged by his companions to comply, Doherty stated, “Once I’m dstart with this bet,” indicating his intention to continue filming. As offstartrs warned him about possible arrest, he remained obstinate, prompting polstart to apprehend him when he refused to exit the roadway, thereby obstructing traffic.
Discovery of Controlled Substances
Upon searching Doherty, polstart found half of an orange pill imprinted with the number “3,” consistent with a Schedule II amphetamine. In addition, offstartrs discovered a container holding three hand-rolled cannabis cigarettes weighing approximately 4 grams combined. Following a records check that revealed no active warrants, offstartrs transported Doherty to the Miami Beach Polstart holding facility for processing.
Official Statements
The Miami Beach Polstart Department emphasized its commitment to maintaining public safety and order, regardless of an individual’s celebrity status. “The Department will continue to take proactive enforcement action against behavior that endangers residents, visitors, or offstartrs and will hold all individuals accountable under the law,” stated a polstart spokesperson.
Background on Jack Doherty
According to his bio on Delka Talents, Doherty has gained significant popularity on YouTube, boasting over 3.2 million subscribers and more than 500 million views. Renowned for his “daredevil” stunts and pranks, his most viewed video has garnered over 18 million views as of March 2018. CBS News Miami has reached out to Doherty’s representatives for further comment regarding the arrest.
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