A National Guard pilot, Jo Ellis, is suing prominent X (formerly Twitter) influencer Matt Wallace for defamation. The lawsuit stems from Wallace's false claims that Ellis was the pilot in command of a helicopter that collided with a passenger plane in January. According to the lawsuit filed in [Court Name], Wallace's statements were not only untrue but also caused significant harm to Ellis's reputation and career prospects.
The complaint details how Wallace allegedly amplified the false information through his social media channels, reaching a large audience. Ellis asserts that Wallace acted with malice or reckless disregard for the truth when he identified her as the pilot involved in the accident. The lawsuit seeks monetary damages to compensate for the harm caused by Wallace's statements, as well as a public retraction of the false claims.
Wallace has yet to publicly respond to the lawsuit. This case highlights the potential consequences of spreading misinformation online and the legal recourse available to individuals who are falsely accused.
Pilot Sues Influencer Matt Wallace Over False Helicopter Crash Claims
National Guard pilot Jo Ellis has filed a defamation lawsuit against X influencer Matt Wallace. Wallace falsely identified Ellis as the pilot of a helicopter involved in a January collision with a passenger plane. The lawsuit alleges Wallace's statements caused significant damage to Ellis's reputation and career. Ellis seeks damages and a retraction of the false statements.