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Sep 8, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET
Georgia YouTuber Arrested After Florida Dorm Prank
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Police say a Georgia YouTuber, Jack LaRoche, chased and trapped a college student with autism in a University of North Florida dorm bathroom on Aug. 22. The affidavit alleges he entered the student’s stall, “flicked” him in the face until his glasses fell off, and told him to wait 10 minutes before leaving. LaRoche faces charges including abuse of a disabled adult, false imprisonment, and giving a false name.
WHO: Jack LaRoche; a college student with autism
WHAT: Arrested on charges tied to an alleged dorm bathroom incident involving a student with autism
WHEN: Sep 2026
WHERE: University of North Florida dorm bathroom
WHY: Police allege the incident began after the student noticed a stranger trailing him outside his residence hall, leading to the confrontation in the bathroom.
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