YouTuber and social media influencer Jack Doherty was arrested in Miami Beach over the weekend and subsequently described his detention as the “worst day ever,” primarily due to the monotonous and lengthy process in jail. He faces charges including possession of amphetamine and marijuana, as well as resisting an officer without violence.
The arrest occurred on Saturday when Miami Beach Police officers noticed Doherty and others blocking the roadway on Washington Avenue while he was recording video content. Officers instructed him to move, but he refused, leading to his arrest after warnings. According to the arrest report, Doherty was taken into custody for creating a safety hazard and disobeying commands, with the incident happening around 3 a.m. in an area with minimal traffic.
During a search incident to arrest, police found half of an oval-shaped pill consistent with amphetamine and three hand-rolled cannabis cigarettes in a black plastic container. This resulted in charges of possession of a controlled substance and possession of 20 grams or less of cannabis, in addition to resisting an officer without violence. Body camera footage captured the arrest, showing officers placing Doherty in handcuffs as he continued to defy instructions.
Doherty detailed his jail experience to TMZ, stating he spent five hours in a small cell with a police officer, followed by processing for mugshots and fingerprints, and then ten hours in a holding room where he could make phone calls. He described the entire ordeal as mind-numbingly boring and regretted not having more excitement to justify the time, emphasizing that the inactivity made it feel like an eternity.
After being moved to another cell and taking a nap, he was awakened by guards who informed him that TMZ had posted his mugshot before releasing him. Doherty paid his $3,500 bail immediately upon the opportunity and expressed that the arrest was stupid, though he plans to stay out of trouble in the future. He bragged about posting bail quickly but acknowledged the experience was a harsh lesson.
In comments to NBC6, Doherty called the 24-hour period the worst ever and wished he had done something more extreme to make it memorable. He admitted learning a lesson and stated he would avoid future legal trouble, though he has no plans to seek drug treatment despite the charges related to amphetamine and marijuana. Doherty claimed the arrest was excessive, given the late hour and lack of traffic, but accepted the consequences.
This incident is not Doherty’s first brush with controversy; in June 2024, his home was targeted in a swatting call, and in October 2024, he crashed his McLaren during a livestream, leading to his ban from the Kick platform. With nearly 15 million subscribers, his online presence continues to attract attention, and this arrest may influence discussions on influencer accountability and public safety. The case underscores the risks of blending social media stunts with real-world law enforcement interactions.
