‘Cocktail for disaster’: Influencer hands out machetes and alcohol to homeless in viral stunt; says coming to NYC next

A social media influencer, Keith Castillo, sparked outrage by gifting 18-inch machetes and alcohol to homeless individuals in several US cities, with plans for a New York City stunt. While Castillo claims the weapons are for safety and tools, critics decry the dangerous combination, fearing it will escalate violence. He admitted the giveaways are also for online engagement.

‘Cocktail for disaster’: Influencer hands out machetes and alcohol to homeless in viral stunt; says coming to NYC next
A social media influencer, Keith Castillo, sparked outrage by gifting 18-inch machetes and alcohol to homeless individuals in several US cities, with plans for a New York City stunt. While Castillo claims the weapons are for safety and tools, critics decry the dangerous combination, fearing it will escalate violence. He admitted the giveaways are also for online engagement.