Social media influencer 'Liver King' arrested in Texas
Share this @internewscast.com


AUSTIN, Texas (KXAN) Authorities in Austin, Texas, have arrested Brian Johnson, known online as the social media influencer “Liver King,” according to jail records.

He faces one charge of terroristic threat, a Class B misdemeanor.

Sources confirmed with affiliate KXAN that the Brian Johnson listed in the jail log is in fact the social media influencer.

Investigators have not yet confirmed to whom the alleged threat was made.

In an Instagram video Johnson posted on June 23, he says, “Joe Rogan, I’m calling you out, my name’s Liver King. Man to man, I’m picking a fight with you. I have no training in Jiu-jitsu, you’re a black belt, you should dismantle me. But I’m picking a fight with you. Your rules, I’ll come to you, whenever you’re ready.”

An additional Instagram video posted around 7:30 p.m. Tuesday shows a person who appears to be Johnson, wearing a burgundy hoody and pants, handcuffed and getting into a police vehicle.

Attorney information was not listed for Johnson.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

Chief Deputy Reports Discovery of Fentanyl and Meth During Traffic Stop in Unicoi County

UNICOI COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Deputies in Unicoi County reportedly seized methamphetamine…

Storm Team 3: Expect a Hot, Breezy Wednesday as Hurricane Erin Approaches

SAVANNAH, Ga. () — Tuesday afternoon was hot and breezy. High temperatures…

“Fear and Concern Dominate Tampa Town Hall on Immigration”

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — State leaders and legal experts talked about immigration…

Unexplained Discovery: Unmanned Fishing Boat Found Adrift Near California Coast

(KRON) — The whereabouts of a man who seemingly disappeared from a…

Massive Waves from Hurricane Erin Could Isolate North Carolina’s Outer Banks

There’s a well-known T-shirt on Hatteras Island in the North Carolina Outer…

Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley Aims for Impressive Rushing Stats in 2025

GIBSON CITY, Ill. (WCIA) — After concluding a 10-3 season with a…

Map: The Tax Bite on a $643M Powerball Jackpot—How Much Would You Actually Keep?

(NEXSTAR) — The Powerball jackpot has increased once more. With no winner…

“DHS Introduces ‘Cornhusker Clink’ as the Name for New Nebraska Detention Facility”

EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) — The Department of Homeland Security is…

Over 450 Detained Following DC Control, According to White House Representative

() More than 450 people have been arrested since the Trump administration’s…

Renovations Planned for Natural Tunnel Swimming Pool: Reopening Set for 2026

DUFFIELD, Va. (WJHL) — Officials revealed on Tuesday that the swimming pool…

The Menendez Brothers’ Attorney Discusses Anticipations for Upcoming Parole Hearings

() In a matter of days, the Menendez brothers are set to…

Supporters of Olympia Café Urge Government Intervention to Prevent Imminent Closure

Supporters are urging state and local government officials to intervene to prevent…