Jason Barnum goes viral for his black eyeball tattoo – What you should know about the criminal behind the ink.
In 2012, American criminal Jason Barnum attracted global attention — not only for his crimes but for his shocking appearance. At age 37, Barnum appeared in court with a fully tattooed right eyeball, a rare and extreme body modification that led to his viral nickname, “Eyeball.” But behind the viral photos lies a dark and violent criminal history. Barnum pleaded guilty to shooting a police officer in Anchorage, Alaska, during a confrontation that ended in a standoff. While serving his sentence, Barnum also became the subject of a bizarre internet rumor linking him to actor Harrison Ford — a claim that has been proven false. Let’s break down who Jason Barnum is, what really happened in 2012, and how he became an infamous figure online. A Life of Crime Catches Up With Him. Jason Barnum had a long criminal record before the 2012 shooting. Struggling with heroin addiction and homelessness, he had previously been convicted of…
In 2012, American criminal Jason Barnum attracted global attention — not only for his crimes but for his shocking appearance. At age 37, Barnum appeared in court with a fully tattooed right eyeball, a rare and extreme body modification that led to his viral nickname, “Eyeball.” But behind the viral photos lies a dark and violent criminal history. Barnum pleaded guilty to shooting a police officer in Anchorage, Alaska, during a confrontation that ended in a standoff. While serving his sentence, Barnum also became the subject of a bizarre internet rumor linking him to actor Harrison Ford — a claim that has been proven false. Let’s break down who Jason Barnum is, what really happened in 2012, and how he became an infamous figure online. A Life of Crime Catches Up With Him. Jason Barnum had a long criminal record before the 2012 shooting. Struggling with heroin addiction and homelessness, he had previously been convicted of…
