Melbourne-based influencer Bailey Scarlett, who has a significant following on platforms like Instagram, recently came under scrutiny for listing an illegal item for giveaway on her social media. On a Monday post, Scarlett, 26, announced she was decluttering her home by giving away clothes and other items, including a black taser. In her Instagram post directed at her followers, she mentioned that the taser "works a treat" and made it available to those in Melbourne. This act has raised concerns because in both New South Wales and Victoria, a taser is classified as a prohibited weapon, illegal for civilian use without proper authorization and a weapons license. Possession or use of the taser could lead to criminal charges given the strict regulations.
Bailey Scarlett is known for her OnlyFans content and became a single mother at the age of 20. In 2021, she attracted media attention when she was held at gunpoint in a Melbourne animal shelter by a former soldier, leading to significant personal trauma. This incident has contributed to Scarlett’s public profile, which includes a significant social media presence.