Streamer Jack Doherty has sparked outrage after crashing his McLaren supercar while live-streaming, leaving his friend Michael injured. Doherty was reportedly distracted by his phone while driving in heavy rain, causing him to lose control of the car and smash into a highway railing. Footage of the crash, shared on social media, shows Doherty reacting with shock, exclaiming about the damage to his car while his friend, bleeding from the face, lay in the passenger seat. Onlookers helped pull both Doherty and Michael from the wreckage.
Many viewers were horrified by Doherty’s reaction, accusing him of prioritizing his car over his friend’s well-being. The video shows Doherty asking his injured friend to continue filming after the crash, prompting further criticism. Michael, who required stitches, was not seriously injured, but the incident has led to calls for Doherty to face legal consequences. Some have demanded jail time and the suspension of his driver’s license for reckless driving.
When he cares more about his car than the health of his friends, that tells you something.
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Doherty later shared updates on social media, thanking those who reached out with concern and confirming that both he and his cameraman were safe. Despite this, the backlash continued to grow, with many expressing anger over his irresponsible behavior and his apparent lack of concern for his injured friend. One commenter noted, “When he cares more about his car than the health of his friends, that tells you something.”
In response to the incident, Doherty’s streaming platform, Kick, appears to have removed his channel, further indicating the seriousness of the situation. As of now, it remains unclear whether Doherty will face any legal repercussions, but the public outcry has not subsided.