William Banks Had 4 Months Left… But Filmed Himself And His Crew ESCAPING JAIL And Posted It Like A Movie

"William Banks, a 27-year-old from Brooklyn, New York, was arrested on December 30, 2023, in Westport, Connecticut, for allegedly stealing five pro-Israel yard signs in the Colony Road neighborhood. During the investigation, a Westport police officer observed Banks taking another sign while conversing with a homeowner; Banks then fled the scene in a white vehicle. He was charged with sixth-degree larceny and turned himself in to police on February 27, 2024. Banks posted a $500 bond and was scheduled to appear in court on March 19, 2024.


In the following months, Banks' case attracted significant online attention. On October 10, 2024, he announced via social media that he had been sentenced to eight months in jail, starting November 15, 2024. While incarcerated, Banks purportedly acquired a cell phone and began sharing content from within the facility, including videos and photos depicting daily life behind bars. These posts went viral, leading to widespread speculation about the authenticity of his imprisonment. Notably, searches in the Connecticut State Department of Correction's inmate database did not list a prisoner named William Banks, prompting debates about whether his incarceration was genuine or an elaborate hoax.


The situation escalated on February 20, 2025, when Banks posted a video on social media allegedly showing his escape from prison. The footage, which quickly amassed millions of views, intensified discussions about the legitimacy of his claims and the potential legal ramifications of his actions" - The Hour |