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‘Miss Kayla has a record for frauds’: Viral mystery shopper says she got Chicke…
A viral secret shopper is facing backlash over a recent shopping trip where she alleged to have gotten a worker fired.
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TikTok Creator Faces Backlash After False Claims Against Restaurant Employee
A recent controversy has erupted on TikTok involving creator Kayla Laughs Out Loud and the restaurant chain Chicken Salad Chicks. Kayla, known for her content on mystery shopping and selling related courses, posted a video alleging a negative experience at a Chicken Salad Chicks location. She claimed an employee was aggressive and misgendered her while taking her order, and subsequently announced that the worker had been fired due to her review.However, the restaurant chain, Chicken Salad Chicks, issued a statement clarifying that they do not participate in mystery shopping programs. Furthermore, they confirmed that no employee had been terminated as a result of Kayla's review. This revelation led to significant backlash against Kayla from the online community.Viewers who watched Kayla's original clip asserted that the employee was not rude, but rather efficient and pleasant. The controversy intensified as users began investigating Kayla's background, unearthing alleged past records of fraud and scams for which she reportedly served time. The incident serves as a cautionary tale about the potential consequences of making unsubstantiated claims on social media, especially when livelihoods are at stake.
