Englewood, Florida — An 18-year-old faces felony charges after attempting to participate in a TikTok challenge that led him to trespass in a local Walmart. Isaac Hurley was arrested Tuesday evening while live-streaming inside the store.

Police responded to a 911 call reporting that a male was broadcasting from within Walmart for a so-called 24-hour challenge. The caller indicated that the individual was hiding in the dog bed aisle when officers arrived on the scene.

Authorities discovered Hurley concealed among dog beds, actively recording his antics. Once detained, he informed officers that he believed he could generate income through TikTok views and decided to embark on his challenge in the store.

Just 45 minutes before the store’s closing time, Hurley entered Walmart. His plan for an all-night stay was thwarted as employees were still inside finishing their end-of-day duties. Police later noted that Hurley appeared intent on gathering likes and shares through his online presence. A review of his TikTok account revealed footage of him explicitly stating his intentions for the challenge.

In addition to the felony burglary charge, Hurley faces a theft charge for allegedly taking a $16 iPhone charger from the store. He was released from jail the following day after posting a $1,500 bond. A judge has ordered him to refrain from any contact with Walmart.

Hurley, who entered Florida just a week ago after being expelled from his family home in Knoxville, Tennessee, has pleaded not guilty to the charges. His actions have sparked discussions about the potential dangers of social media challenges, calling into question the responsibilities of platforms like TikTok in moderating such behavior.