YouTuber Jack Doherty and his bodyguard, Kane Kongg, have found themselves facing legal trouble following an alleged assault at a Halloween party. The incident, which took place in October 2023, has sparked a lawsuit filed by Chase Gardella, who claims to be a friend of popular influencer Corinna Kopf.
According to reports, the altercation occurred during a Halloween party hosted by fellow YouTuber David Dobrik. The event, which garnered attention for its star-studded guest list and entertainment provided by Snoop Dogg, took a violent turn when Jack Doherty’s bodyguard, Kane Kongg, allegedly punched Chase Gardella. The incident was captured on video, which quickly went viral on social media platforms.
Gardella claims that prior to the assault, he was engaged in a conversation with Jack Doherty and Kane Kongg. He alleges that Doherty instigated the fight by saying, “We’re gonna fight. Us two versus you two, alright go.” Moments later, Gardella was struck by Kongg, causing him to fall and sustain injuries to his head, neck, and face. Gardella asserts that he did not consent to the fight and is now seeking unspecified damages in his lawsuit.
My security just knocked out a guy live on my kick…https://t.co/PZCgssTZiQ pic.twitter.com/SlajYVy9up
— Jack Doherty (@dohertyjackk) October 28, 2023
Chase Gardella’s lawsuit against Jack Doherty and Kane Kongg includes multiple charges, including assault, battery, negligence, and emotional distress. In court documents, Gardella’s attorney, Greyson Goody, describes the assault as “disgusting” and “unprovoked.” Goody further alleges that the assault was carried out by a professional boxer, Kane Kongg, at the direction of his employer, Jack Doherty.
The lawsuit also references a series of videos posted on Doherty’s YouTube channel, where his bodyguards are purportedly seen intimidating individuals who react negatively to his pranks. Gardella’s legal team argues that this behavior is indicative of a pattern of aggression and calls for an end to such actions. They contend that Gardella’s injuries could have severe consequences for his personal and professional life.
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This is not the first time Kane Kongg has faced allegations of assault. He has been previously accused of assaulting a woman while serving as security for rapper DaBaby. Additionally, there are circulating videos showing Jack Doherty involved in altercations with members of the Island Boyz, further contributing to the narrative of aggressive behavior.
The lawsuit against Jack Doherty comes shortly after another controversy involving leaked OnlyFans videos featuring the YouTuber and his girlfriend. These incidents, combined with the assault allegations, have raised questions about Doherty’s conduct and the potential impact on his career.
In response to the lawsuit, Jack Doherty has denied any wrongdoing. In a post on X, he stated, “Come on now, we all know I don’t got the ability to beat someone up.” Corinna Kopf, who was present at the Halloween party, reacted to the news with a laughing emoji, seemingly dismissing the allegations made against Doherty and his bodyguard.
The lawsuit filed by Chase Gardella is expected to proceed through the court system, where the allegations will be thoroughly examined. The outcome of this case could have significant ramifications for Jack Doherty’s career and public image, as well as potentially influencing the accountability of social media influencers and their responsibility for the actions of their employees.
It remains to be seen how this lawsuit will unfold and whether additional evidence or testimonies will emerge. As the legal proceedings progress, the impact on the parties involved and the wider influencer community will likely continue to be a topic of interest and speculation.
