YouTube personality Jack Doherty found himself in handcuffs during a Miami police arrest this weekend, but his primary concern wasn't the drug charges he faced - it was protecting his multi-million dollar luxury timepiece.
The Bizarre Arrest Scene
Miami police officers detained the 22-year-old influencer early on Saturday morning after searching him on a busy street. During the search, law enforcement discovered what they identified as amphetamine and marijuana in his possession.
Body camera footage captured the extraordinary scene where Doherty repeatedly pleaded with officers about his expensive Richard Mille watch, valued at approximately $2.8 million. Even as police pulled suspected narcotics from his pockets, the YouTuber's attention remained fixed on his jewellery.
Watch Over Freedom: Doherty's Priorities
Doherty could be heard begging officers to remove his handcuffs so he could carefully slide off the watch and hand it to a friend. He insisted the timepiece couldn't be unclasped and needed to be gently removed to avoid scratches.
"The influencer's persistent whining about his watch created a surreal contrast to the serious situation he faced," observers noted. Police ultimately rejected his requests, warning his entourage to back off or risk being arrested themselves.
Legal Consequences and Background
According to Miami-Dade arrest records, Doherty was formally charged with:
- Possession of a controlled substance
- Possession of marijuana (under 20 grams)
- Resisting an officer without violence
The amphetamine found in his possession is a prescription medication typically used for treating ADHD and narcolepsy. The cannabis discovered remains illegal for recreational use in Florida.
Doherty was transported to Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center and released on a $3,500 bond just after 9pm on Saturday evening. Remarkably, he was back online posting content within hours of his release.
A Pattern of Reckless Behaviour
This incident continues a trend of controversial behaviour from the influencer, who first gained fame through prank videos in 2017. In 2024, he made headlines after crashing a $300,000 McLaren 570S during a live stream, steering with one hand while looking at his phone in torrential rain.
The supercar accident left the vehicle almost completely obliterated, though Doherty walked away uninjured. His passenger, Michael David, wasn't as fortunate and required medical attention for facial injuries.
Doherty has previously faced criticism for videos where he provokes strangers for content, only to retreat behind his security team when confrontations escalate.
The limited edition Richard Mille watch that caused such concern during his arrest is one of only 30 ever made, with its staggering value highlighting the extravagant lifestyle of some social media influencers.
