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Taragis' Owner Grants P100K To Netizen For Misinterpreted April Fools' 'Challenge'
Screengrab from Taragis
Carl Quion, the owner of Taragis, personally visited a netizen who inadvertently took on what was intended as an April Fools' Day post, presenting him with a generous reward of P100,000.
The netizen, who had the Taragis logo tattooed on his forehead, received not only the cash prize but also a heartwarming gesture of support from Quion.
A video capturing the touching moment of Quion's visit to the freshly inked netizen's house has been circulating online. Alongside the substantial cash reward, Quion also treated the netizen and his son to a meal at a fast-food chain, displaying his appreciation for their participation despite the misunderstanding.
Quion further extended his support by assuring the netizen that should he ever decide to have the tattoo removed, he could reach out to him for assistance.
Upon inquiry about his decision to take part in the April Fools' "challenge," the netizen explained that he had missed the part of the post indicating it was merely intended as a joke. He revealed that his urgent need for funds to cover his son's tuition and support his child with Down syndrome drove him to participate.
In light of the negative reactions surrounding the April Fools' post, Quion issued a sincere apology to those who were offended. He emphasized the importance of responsibility in online content creation, urging fellow influencers and brands to exercise caution and mindfulness in their uploads.
Quion's statement reads: "To those who viewed our April Fools' post negatively, I apologize. May this serve as a lesson to us all, especially to my fellow influencers and brands on the internet, to be responsible for everything we upload. We never know how far someone will go for money. Let us avoid doing things that could affect their livelihoods. But if ever we do inadvertently affect someone, let us ensure that we take responsibility and make amends."
The incident has sparked a division among netizens, with opinions split on the appropriateness of the situation and Quion's subsequent actions. While some applaud his generosity and apology, others express concerns about the consequences of such misunderstandings and advocate for clearer communication in online content.
The netizen, who had the Taragis logo tattooed on his forehead, received not only the cash prize but also a heartwarming gesture of support from Quion.
A video capturing the touching moment of Quion's visit to the freshly inked netizen's house has been circulating online. Alongside the substantial cash reward, Quion also treated the netizen and his son to a meal at a fast-food chain, displaying his appreciation for their participation despite the misunderstanding.
Quion further extended his support by assuring the netizen that should he ever decide to have the tattoo removed, he could reach out to him for assistance.
Upon inquiry about his decision to take part in the April Fools' "challenge," the netizen explained that he had missed the part of the post indicating it was merely intended as a joke. He revealed that his urgent need for funds to cover his son's tuition and support his child with Down syndrome drove him to participate.
In light of the negative reactions surrounding the April Fools' post, Quion issued a sincere apology to those who were offended. He emphasized the importance of responsibility in online content creation, urging fellow influencers and brands to exercise caution and mindfulness in their uploads.
Quion's statement reads: "To those who viewed our April Fools' post negatively, I apologize. May this serve as a lesson to us all, especially to my fellow influencers and brands on the internet, to be responsible for everything we upload. We never know how far someone will go for money. Let us avoid doing things that could affect their livelihoods. But if ever we do inadvertently affect someone, let us ensure that we take responsibility and make amends."
The incident has sparked a division among netizens, with opinions split on the appropriateness of the situation and Quion's subsequent actions. While some applaud his generosity and apology, others express concerns about the consequences of such misunderstandings and advocate for clearer communication in online content.
Apr 2, 2024
