A New Jersey mummy blogger and social media influencer has been arrested and accused of shoplifting roughly $2,500 (£1,950) worth of groceries from a supermarket, according to police. The influencer, identified as Jeana DiCarlo, cultivated a glamorous, family-friendly online image, making the allegations a striking contrast to her public persona and a notable case of a well-known content creator facing criminal charges.

Police say DiCarlo was caught taking a significant haul of items without paying, with the total value of the alleged theft put at around $2,500. She has built a following through "mommy influencer" content online, and the case has drawn attention because of the gap between her curated public image and the shoplifting allegations she now faces.