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Fake accident: YouTuber jailed

An influencer has gone to jail after crashing a plane on purpose for video views and money. 

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The story  

A social media influencer has gone to jail after crashing a plane on purpose for a YouTube video.

Trevor Jacob, an experienced pilot and skydiver, jumped out of the plane while filming himself on a selfie stick.

He'd pretended there were engine problems and later he tried to cover up the crash.

Key words and phrases

staging
organising and doing

• The workers staged a walkout after hearing about pay cuts.
• It wasn't an accident. It was staged! He meant to do it.

gain
something useful or positive for you

• The business increased their prices for financial gain.
• Weight gain is a common side effect of this medication.

stunt
something done for attention

• The magician walked on water as part of a publicity stunt.
• Don't try that stunt with me. I know you like broccoli so eat it all up.

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