Florida-based TikTok influencer Marlena Velez, 22, was arrested for allegedly shoplifting over $500 worth of goods from Target, caught on security camera scanning fake barcodes at a self-checkout register. Identified by a follower, her prior criminal history includes grand theft auto charges and a previous shoplifting incident, leading to a recent arrest and charge of petit theft. Despite her social media following, Velez is facing consequences for her actions, with law enforcement emphasizing that influencers should be held accountable like anyone else.
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