Ocala Police Arrest Trio for Social Media Road Stunt
Three men face criminal charges after a haircut stunt on State Road 200 resulted in a vehicle collision.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Accidents
The Ocala Police Department arrested three men following a September 27, 2026, incident where they placed a chair in the middle of State Road 200 for a social media video. A passing pickup truck swerved to avoid the group, striking one of the participants.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the growing public safety risks posed by individuals performing dangerous stunts in active traffic to generate social media content. Authorities intervened to address the hazard created by the group's actions on a busy public roadway.
Christopher Coleman, Andrew Costa-De Souza, and Ruben Rodriguez each face charges of Unlawful Assembly and Dangerous Use of Public Rights-of-Way. Legal proceedings are currently active following the arrests.
The players
Ocala Police Department
This is the primary law enforcement agency responsible for patrolling the streets and investigating criminal activity within the city of Ocala.
Christopher Coleman
He is one of the three individuals arrested in connection with the filming of a social media stunt on a public roadway.
Andrew Costa-De Souza
He is one of the three individuals arrested for participating in a haircut performance that obstructed traffic.
Ruben Rodriguez
He is one of the three individuals arrested and was the person receiving a haircut in the road when he was struck by a vehicle.
The details
While Andrew Costa-De Souza performed a haircut on Ruben Rodriguez in the center of the road, Christopher Coleman recorded the session. The maneuver forced an oncoming pickup truck to swerve, leading to the collision that left Rodriguez with serious injuries.
Timeline
September 27, 2026: The crash occurred on State Road 200.
October 28, 2026: The details of the arrests were published.
Legal Context
The charges filed follow the pattern established by Florida Statute 316.2045, which explicitly prohibits the obstruction of public streets and highways. This case reflects a broader legal focus on curbing dangerous public disturbances that create direct threats to road safety.
Local residents should remain alert for unpredictable road obstructions caused by social media trends. The Ocala Police Department continues to monitor traffic safety to prevent future injuries on major thoroughfares like State Road 200.
The takeaway
Engaging in viral stunts on public roads poses a severe threat to both the participants and unsuspecting drivers. Citizens should avoid using traffic infrastructure for social media content to ensure their own safety and maintain the flow of public transit.
Further reading
For more information on local traffic reports, visit the Ocala Accidents section.
