Janek Szkaradek and Luke Charske arrested for social media stunts causing property damage
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Updated · KOMO News · Apr 26
Janek Szkaradek and Luke Charske arrested for social media stunts causing property damage
8 articles · Updated · KOMO News · Apr 26
Ocala Police arrested the teens after Szkaradek used a leaf blower at Culver’s and drove a lawnmower into a Target store, both in Ocala, Florida.
Szkaradek faces criminal mischief and disorderly conduct charges for both incidents, while Charske was charged for recording the Target stunt. Police say their actions endangered employees and customers.
Authorities warn that such social media stunts are criminal offenses with serious legal consequences, not harmless entertainment. The incidents resulted in property damage and heightened safety concerns at both businesses.
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