Sam and Colby are two popular YouTubers who are known for exploring abandoned places and documenting their paranormal experiences. However, their adventurous spirit has also landed them in trouble with the law on several occasions. In this blog post, we will look at some of the most controversial incidents that Sam and Colby have been involved in, and how they have affected their reputation and career.
The first scandal that Sam and Colby faced was in January 2019, when they were arrested for trespassing on a construction site at an abandoned school building in Tampa, Florida¹. They were accompanied by another YouTuber, Ricky Ireland, who is part of the Ireland Boys channel. The trio were allegedly filming a video for their channel, but they were caught by the police and taken into custody. They were later released on bond, but their mugshots were widely circulated on social media, sparking outrage and criticism from their fans and the public. Sam and Colby apologized for their actions and stated that they did not intend to cause any harm or damage to the property².
The second scandal that Sam and Colby faced was in October 2023, when they were accused of faking their paranormal encounters with the help of two professional ghost hunters, Cody and Satori³. Cody and Satori appeared in Sam and Colby's Conjuring House series, which was filmed at a haunted house in Rhode Island. Cody and Satori claimed to have supernatural abilities to communicate with ghosts through knocking sounds that they made by clasping their hands. However, many viewers and skeptics were quick to point out that their routine was similar to that of the Fox sisters, who were famous frauds in the 19th century who used their popping ankles to create knocking sounds and pretend to talk to spirits⁴. Several TikTokers and YouTubers also posted videos debunking or defending Cody and Satori's claims, creating a heated debate among the fans and the paranormal community. Sam and Colby responded to the controversy by saying that they were not aware of Cody and Satori's background or methods, and that they were only trying to provide entertainment and education to their audience⁵.
The third scandal that Sam and Colby faced was in April 2023, when they were arrested again for trespassing and disobeying orders at the abandoned New York State Psychiatric Institute. The institute was a former mental hospital that was closed in 1994 and was rumored to be haunted by the spirits of the patients and staff who died there. Sam and Colby were filming a video for their channel, but they were spotted by the security guards and the police, who ordered them to leave the premises. However, Sam and Colby refused to comply and continued to explore the building, until they were eventually caught and handcuffed. The video of their arrest was uploaded to their channel, but it was later taken down due to public backlash and legal issues. Sam and Colby apologized and stated that they regretted their actions and that they would learn from their mistakes.
These scandals have tarnished Sam and Colby's image and credibility as YouTubers and paranormal investigators. They have also raised questions about the ethics and legality of their content, and whether they are exploiting or disrespecting the places and the people they encounter. While some fans have remained loyal and supportive of Sam and Colby, others have lost trust and interest in them, and have called for them to stop their activities or face more serious consequences. Sam and Colby have expressed their gratitude and love for their fans, and have promised to improve and grow as content creators and as people.
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