Lil Baby and his entourage confronted controversial influencer Jack Doherty about his security arrangements just days after he was robbed of $300,000 worth of jewelry in Los Angeles. The pointed exchange, in which Lil Baby’s crew questioned why Doherty retained the same security team that failed to protect him, reignited discussions about personal safety, accountability, and the perils of flaunting wealth online.
Jack Doherty, a social media personality notorious for his provocative stunts, was ambushed by four armed men on Rodeo Drive in late April 2025 while shopping in the upscale Los Angeles district. In a video posted to his Instagram shortly after, Doherty recounted the ordeal:
“I just got robbed on Rodeo Drive for 300,000 dollars worth of my diamond chains.”
He described being pinned against a wall as the assailants snatched his diamond chains, though they reportedly missed his watch, speculated to be worth around $200,000.
Security footage of the incident exists, but its poor quality has left many details unclear. Doherty claimed he fought back, yet the robbers escaped with his jewelry. In the aftermath, surrounded by police, he continued livestreaming and even posed for photos with fans—actions that would later fuel online criticism.
The robbery exposed glaring issues with Doherty’s security detail. Despite having a bodyguard present, the influencer was left vulnerable. A video captured Doherty confronting his guard:
“They just fing robbed me. They just took both my fing chains, bro. What the f*** bro.” The bodyguard’s reply—”They had their guns”—was met with Doherty’s sharp retort: “Where is yours?”
The exchange sparked outrage online, with one user quipping, “Bro’s bodyguard is only useful for pranks and harassing people.” The incident raised questions about the effectiveness of Doherty’s protection and his decision-making as a high-profile figure.
Days later, Doherty crossed paths with rapper Lil Baby, an encounter that quickly escalated the story’s reach. In a widely shared video, Lil Baby referenced the theft and appeared to offer Doherty a new chain. But it was a member of Lil Baby’s entourage who stole the spotlight, bluntly asking,
“You got robbed for real? And you still got the same security?”
The clip, posted by RapTV with the caption “Lil Baby and his team ran into Jack Doherty and asked why he’s still rolling with the same security from when he got robbed last week,” exploded across Twitter and Instagram. Many praised the crew’s candid critique, amplifying the conversation around Doherty’s choices.
The public’s response has been far from sympathetic. Content creator Atozy summed up the sentiment:
“Jack Doherty really needs to be studied on how unlikable he is because very few people get robbed and have the entire internet celebrating.”
Critics pointed to Doherty’s decision to wear $300,000 jewelry in a city plagued by thefts. Atozy added, “Not wearing $300,000 worth of diamonds around your neck in Los Angeles… could have avoided making him a target.”
Skeptics also questioned Doherty’s account. One user noted, “He was robbed and fighting but the only thing he’s got on him is some sunburn. Wasn’t no fight—he gave it up.” His choice to livestream immediately after the robbery, rather than prioritize safety, drew further ire. “As soon as a disaster happens, he instantly goes live,” one critic remarked. “He goes live before he even notifies his family.”
This isn’t Doherty’s first brush with infamy. He previously crashed his McLaren 570S during a live stream, distracted by his phone, leading to a ban from the Kick platform. Rapper Tony Yayo weighed in on the robbery, warning of the dangers of showcasing wealth online, suggesting it attracts trouble.
Adding to the fallout, Doherty reportedly lacked insurance for the stolen jewelry. Atozy estimated that insuring $300,000 worth of items would cost $300 to $600 monthly— a small price compared to the loss. Tony Yayo stressed the need for insurance and security, calling out the folly of treating jewelry as an unprotected investment.