Rumors that the Texas-based social media personality was shot in Chicago have been debunked after a man by the same name made a false report to police.
- October 21, 2024
AceShowbiz - Reports emerged on social media that Charleston White, the Texas-based social media personality, had been shot three times in Chicago. However, White has since denied these claims, stating, "If anybody knows me, they know I ain't going to Chicago." As an added layer of humor, he joked that if he were to be shot, it would likely happen in Atlanta.
Upon hearing the rumors, White drove around his city, informing strangers that he was allegedly shot. However, authorities later confirmed that the alleged victim in Chicago was not the same person as the famous Charleston White.
According to a police scanner recording, a man named Charleston White called police from a hospital landline, claiming to have been shot outside Northwestern Memorial Hospital. However, when first responders arrived at the scene, they could not locate any victims.
This misreported incident has caused confusion on social media, with some fans expressing concern for White's safety. However, White has confirmed that he is unharmed and that the rumors are false.
The incident has sparked discussions about miscommunication and the spread of misinformation on social media. Furthermore, it comes amidst other controversies surrounding Charleston White, including an arrest for alleged animal cruelty and assault with a deadly weapon.
Despite the false shooting rumors, it remains unclear if the man who made the false report to police will face any consequences. The circumstances leading up to White's arrest are also still under investigation.