Homeless Man's Viral Fundraiser Reveals Violent Past
A TikTok campaign that raised $400,000 for Alonzo Douglas Hebron, a homeless man, faces scrutiny after his criminal history surfaces.
- Alonzo Douglas Hebron, featured in a viral TikTok video, received $400,000 in donations before a Fox 5 investigation uncovered his extensive criminal record.
- Hebron's past includes multiple assaults, robberies, and a stabbing, raising concerns among social media users and the victim of one of his attacks.
- The TikTok video, posted by college student Sanai Graden, went viral, amassing over 31 million views and sparking a significant fundraising effort.
- Victims and social media users express mixed reactions, with some defending Hebron's portrayal and others highlighting the dangers of his past behavior.
- GoFundMe officials are working with the campaign organizer to ensure the $400,000 in donations are 'held safe' amid the controversy.