Kyle Vazquez, a 21-year-old social media influencer from Long Island, is under legal scrutiny for pulling pranks at various establishments, including restaurants and homes. His antics, which include spilling food items such as beans and egg yolks, disrupted businesses and left messes for owners to clean. Facing multiple charges, including unlawful surveillance and criminal tampering, Vazquez has pleaded not guilty. Experts suggest his actions are driven by the need for online attention and potential financial rewards, raising concerns about the repercussions of social media fame.
"He probably is chasing social media fame, but again, there are consequences for that. But what he's also chasing is the dollar. He makes money off this," Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina said.
"The main reason is the need for attention... social media platforms sort of manipulate the users," said Hamed Qahri-Saremi, a professor at Colorado State University.
"I can't imagine why they do this," Wing Wah restaurant worker Cindy Lin said.
"Vazquez pleaded not guilty Tuesday to a slew of charges, including unlawful surveillance and criminal tampering."
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