Two YouTubers were arrested after allegedly trying to enter a FIFA World Cup match without valid credentials. Benny Marmol and Pato Perrotta were taken into custody outside Portugal vs. After the Colombia game in Miami, officials said he used expired media passes to enter the stadium. According to police, the pair passed through several security checkpoints before being stopped. The YouTubers reportedly told officials that they wanted to stream the match and cover the event. They are now facing criminal charges, although their manager says they have already been released on bail.
Benny Marmol and Pato Perrotta arrested after alleged breach at World Cup stadium
The incident occurred before the Portugal vs Colombia FIFA World Cup match in Miami. According to local reports, Marmol and Perrotta allegedly attempted to enter the stadium using media credentials that had expired after the previous match.Police said the two manufacturers managed to pass three layers of security before being stopped by authorities. During interrogation, Marmol reportedly admitted that they were trying to get inside the stadium so that they could broadcast the game live.Meanwhile, Perrotta reportedly told authorities that he had been hired by a media company to review the program and that he had his expired media credentials at the time.Authorities charged both YouTubers with interference in a sporting or entertainment program. If prosecutors determine they worked together to commit a crime, they could face a third-degree felony charge, which carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison. If convicted, they each could face a fine of up to $5,000.
Benny Marmol and Pato Perrotta managers provide update after arrest and bail at FIFA World Cup
Following the arrest, the pair’s manager, Walter Costabile, shared an update with Todo Noticias. He said that both were creators “Good” And confirmed that the bail has already been paid.Costabile also said the two YouTubers are not facing deportation. However, he said he is no longer allowed near stadiums hosting FIFA World Cup matches while the legal process continues. According to him, the case focuses on alleged interference in a sporting event.The incident has attracted attention online due to the popularity of both creators. Benny Marmol has over 273,000 YouTube subscribers, while Pato Perrotta has over 525,000 subscribers.The case will now move through the legal system as authorities continue their investigation. At the moment, both YouTubers are on bail, but depending on how the case progresses, they may still face serious legal consequences.