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Hiding from the Law? Think Twice Before Bragging Online

Mike Willis : Sep 5, 2024 9:00:49 AM

Social Media

Snapchat Captures: Hide and Seek Fail and Now He Needs Bail

Running and hiding from the cops is one thing, but taunting them about it publicly is another. Today’s bail bond blog post is about a fugitive that turned to social media to taunt the cops and paid the ultimate price.

This past week in central Maine, a man was playing a game of hide and seek with the local police. The strangest thing about this particular game, was that the man was posting his location on social media for all to see while he was hiding. Little did he know that the cops were also watching his social media accounts. According to reports, the man posted on Snapchat that he was home in Fairfield. The police were tipped off to the information and showed up at the man’s house to arrest him. When they couldn’t find him, the man decided to give them a clue (unknowingly of course). The man posted again on Snapchat telling everyone that the cops were searching for him and he was hiding in the cabinet. Minutes later the police found the man in the cabinet.

This Maine man’s misadventure might sound like a far-off fiasco, but it’s a wake-up call for Northern Californians too. Whether you’re in Roseville or Truckee, law enforcement here is just as savvy about tracking suspects online. Social media isn’t a safe haven—what you post doesn’t just stay between you and your followers. From evading a warrant to skipping out on court, flaunting your status as a fugitive can turn a bad situation worse, fast. In California, penalties for evading arrest can stack up, especially if you’re already facing charges. Add a public taunt into the mix, and you’re handing prosecutors extra ammo.

At Bail House Bail Bonds, we’ve helped plenty of folks in Placer County and beyond get back on their feet after an arrest—whether it’s a planned surrender or a surprise takedown like this one. We get it: people make mistakes, and sometimes those mistakes spiral out of control. That’s why our team is available 24/7, offering fast, confidential bail bond services to get you or your loved one out of jail and back home while awaiting court. From Roseville to Truckee, we’re here to guide you through the process with no judgment—just results.

The lesson from Maine is crystal clear: if you’re in trouble with the law, don’t make it worse by playing cat-and-mouse online. Social media isn’t Las Vegas—what happens there doesn’t stay there. It follows you, and sometimes it leads the cops right to your door—or your cabinet. And if the law does catch up with you, Bail House Bail Bonds is just a phone call away, ready to help you navigate what comes next.

Stay sharp, Northern California. Your next post could cost you more than likes.