Introduction

Scammers are targeting clients looking to get their hair braided by using real stylists’ work and creating fake social media pages.

Reports of Scams

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is receiving reports of scams targeting individuals wanting braids. Scammers take pictures from legitimate stylists and post them on fake social media pages.

Modus Operandi

Potential clients find the fake pages and book appointments, often making small deposits. Clients realize they have been scammed when they do not hear back from the supposed stylist on the appointment day.

Impact on Legitimate Businesses

Real stylists like Porsche Hensley, who has been braiding hair for over 10 years and owns Divine Innovation 615 in Nashville, are affected. Hensley reported instances where clients arrived for appointments, only to find out they were scammed.

Precautions to Avoid Scams

BBB advises not to pay for the service in full before the appointment. Visit the stylist’s location before booking. Verify the stylist’s work by searching for them online and including the word “scam” after their name. Ask for the stylist’s license number and verify it.

Continuing the Business

Despite the scams, stylists like Porsche Hensley remain undeterred and continue their work.

Conclusion

Scammers exploiting the popularity of hair braiding are causing issues for both clients and legitimate stylists. Clients are advised to take precautions to ensure they are booking authentic services.

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Saturday, May 17, 2025

Life Sentence for Missouri Man’s Murder

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A man from Florissant, Missouri named Caleb L Campbell has been sentenced to life imprisonment plus thirteen years for causing the death of police officer Brian Pierce Jr. The incident occurred in August 2021, when Campbell was found guilty of first-degree murder in December 2021.

According to the State’s Attorney of Madison County, Illinois, Campbell was driving at a high speed of up to 98 mph and attempting to evade the police. Officer Pierce was hit and killed while he was on the bridge, trying to place a spike strip on the road. The State’s Attorney, Tom Haine, stated that there is no sentence that can give the family and loved ones of Officer Pierce a sense of justice.

Assistant State’s Attorney Lauren Maricle argued that the lengthy sentence was necessary to send a message. She argued that if you end up killing someone after running from the police, “you’re guilty of murder, and you’ll go to prison for a long time.”

In a victim impact statement, Tammy Pierce, Officer Pierce’s mom, said, “You murdered an innocent man to save your own butt. Was it worth it?”

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