Influencer Jailed After “Syringe Prank” Sends the Internet into Shock

A viral prank just earned a French influencer six months behind bars.

Amine Mojito, a 27-year-old content creator, thought he was chasing laughs when he filmed himself pretending to inject strangers with a syringe. Instead, he triggered national outrage, a courtroom showdown, and a debate about just how far influencers will go for views.

The Prank That Crossed Every Line

Mojito’s videos showed him approaching random people in public and pretending to jab them with a syringe. It was meant to be a joke — but the timing couldn’t have been worse. France had already seen reports of real syringe attacks at clubs and festivals, so his “harmless prank” struck a raw nerve.

Viewers weren’t laughing. Many called the videos terrifying, while others worried that imitators could make things even worse. Police didn’t see the humor either — they arrested Mojito and charged him with “violence with a weapon,” even though no one was physically harmed.

Six Months in Jail and a Reality Check for the Influencer

The Paris court handed Mojito a 12-month sentence, with half suspended — meaning six months must be served. He was also fined and banned from carrying weapons for three years.

His defense team argued that he never intended to hurt anyone and that he’d already spent time in pretrial detention, part of it in isolation. Mojito himself said he was “in his own world” and inspired by other prank videos he’d seen online. But the court wasn’t convinced, ruling that his actions went beyond poor judgment — they created real fear.

The Bigger Problem with Viral “Prank Culture” and Influencer Culture

The case has reignited a conversation about what happens when social media stunts go too far. Online, influencers often blur the line between comedy and chaos — because shock equals clicks, and clicks equal money.

But when real people become unwilling participants, the internet’s appetite for entertainment turns dark. Mojito’s arrest is a reminder that “just for laughs” doesn’t hold up in court — and that digital fame doesn’t protect you from real-world consequences.

What This Means for the Future of Online Stunts

Mojito’s jail time could mark a turning point for influencer accountability. It’s a wake-up call that online clout doesn’t excuse public endangerment. As governments and platforms crack down on dangerous trends, creators may start thinking twice before chasing virality through fear or shock.

The internet loves a spectacle — but this time, the punchline came with handcuffs.

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