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Food influencer's viral confrontation at S.F. café
San Francisco food influencer Allie Tong filmed a viral clash with a couple at Wrecking Ball Coffee, sparking police reports and online backlash.
In brief
San Francisco food influencer Allie Tong filmed a viral clash with a couple at Wrecking Ball Coffee, sparking police reports and online backlash. Influencer Allie Tong posted a video of a confrontation with a couple at Wrecking Ball Coffee, leading to police reports and online criticism. Originally reported by…
Influencer filming at S.F. café
Influencer Allie Tong filmed video content at Wrecking Ball Coffee in San Francisco on Oct 27.
Confrontation with couple
A couple outside Wrecking Ball Coffee started verbal arguments with Tong and her assistant.
“I don’t give one flying f, -; she’s so stupid”
Physical altercation
The woman lunged at Tong’s assistant, causing scratches on her chest with no blood.
“I feel unsafe”
Police report filed
Tong’s assistant filed a police report on Oct 28 for battery and vandalism.
Online backlash
Online commenters condemned both the couple and Tong for posting the video.
Wrecking Ball response
Wrecking Ball Coffee banned the couple and praised Tong’s advocacy for small businesses.
“We love Allie’s work. She’s such a great advocate for small businesses in San Francisco”
The bottom line
Influencer Allie Tong posted a video of a confrontation with a couple at Wrecking Ball Coffee, leading to police reports and online criticism.
