From Dexerto · Zackerie Fairfax · · 50s
Goob's viral arrest video exposed as staged charity promo
Fitness influencer Goob's arrest video was staged to promote charity food giveaway after Joey Swoll callout.
In brief
Fitness influencer Goob's arrest video was staged to promote charity food giveaway after Joey Swoll callout. Goob's viral arrest video was staged by Suffolk County Police for a charity food giveaway after Joey Swoll criticized him for mocking a disabled gymgoer. Originally reported by Dexerto.
Goob's viral arrest video
Fitness influencer Goob's apparent arrest sent social media into a frenzy after Joey Swoll posted footage of him being taken into custody.
Joey Swoll's initial claim
Joey Swoll presented the footage as a serious incident, captioning it 'Welcome to the show John'.
“Welcome to the show John”
Police reveal staging
Suffolk County police say the entire scene was staged to promote a charity food giveaway later this month.
“It was part of filming social media posts advertising a charity food giveaway that is taking place later this month”
Goob's response
Goob asked for privacy and grace while sharing a letter from an attorney warning of possible criminal charges.
The short version
Goob's viral arrest video was staged by Suffolk County Police for a charity food giveaway after Joey Swoll criticized him for mocking a disabled gymgoer.
