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Out-of-State Man Arrested for Threats to Internet Personality
Polk County Sheriff's Office investigates Instagram threats to Kaitlin Bennett
Apr. 19, 2026 at 8:14am
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A stark, gritty image that conceptually represents the threats made against an internet personality through digital channels.Lakeland TodayAn out-of-state man was arrested in Central Florida for making threats to a well-known internet personality, Kaitlin Bennett, on an Instagram account using the name "erikhoudini". The investigation was initiated after Bennett contacted the Polk County Sheriff's Office about the threatening post.
Why it matters
Threats against public figures, especially those with a large online presence, raise concerns about online harassment, stalking, and the potential for real-world violence. Law enforcement takes these types of threats seriously to protect individuals and maintain public safety.
The details
According to the Polk County Sheriff's Office, the out-of-state suspect made threatening statements towards Bennett on an Instagram account under the name "erikhoudini". The investigation was launched after Bennett reported the concerning post to the authorities.
- The investigation began after Kaitlin Bennett contacted the Polk County Sheriff's Office on April 18, 2026.
The players
Kaitlin Bennett
A well-known internet personality who reported the threatening Instagram post to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Polk County Sheriff's Office
The law enforcement agency that investigated the threats made against Kaitlin Bennett and arrested the out-of-state suspect.
What’s next
The suspect will be extradited back to Central Florida to face charges related to the threats made against Kaitlin Bennett.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the importance of taking online threats seriously and the need for continued vigilance to protect public figures from harassment and potential violence, both online and in the real world.
