Jack Doherty, known for his online presence, recently faced a double whammy of events that shook the internet. After crashing his $200,000 McLaren 520s during an IRL stream on a rainy highway, which resulted in his ban from Kick, he now finds himself dealing with a ticket for using his phone while driving.
The mishap occurred on October 5, 2024, when Doherty lost control of his high-end vehicle, causing it to slide across the road and collide with a guard rail, rendering the car a total loss. The repercussions were swift, with Kick permanently banning him from their platform.
Following the crash, notable figures in the online community weighed in on the incident. xQc didn't mince words, labeling the influencer as "braindead," while Nadeshot, the founder of 100 Thieves, suggested that Doherty deserved jail time for his actions.
As the video of the crash circulated widely on social media, questions arose regarding potential legal consequences for Doherty. These concerns materialized when a Florida Highway Patrol deputy visited him at home, issuing a citation for "wireless communication while driving," explicitly linking it to the viral footage.
In response, Doherty contested the accusation, asserting that the video had been edited to portray him inaccurately. He maintained his innocence, stating, "They cut it up, I wasn’t on my phone. I have the original clip, I wasn’t on my phone. Innocent until proven guilty, I guess."
Subsequent to his ban from Kick, Doherty transitioned to Twitch for his live-streaming endeavors. However, his Twitch appearances have been sporadic, with brief broadcasts characterizing his recent online presence.
Despite the setbacks, Doherty continues to engage with his audience through his YouTube channels, boasting a substantial following of 14 million subscribers on his primary channel and over 1 million on a secondary channel.
Adding a touch of humor to the situation, Jack Doherty's crash became fodder for a Saturday Night Live skit on October 12, where comedian Colin Jost humorously reported on the incident, further amplifying the incident's reach.
