Stolen Valor: Fake Marine Outed at NoblesVille, Indiana High School Graduation

2015-07-01T11:48:23-04:00

Published by "Stolen Valor":

This video was filmed at a NoblesVille Indiana High School graduation.(We covered the girlfriend and her family's faces for privacy) A Marine and his father, who were attending the Marines brothers graduation noticed the fake when leaving the graduation. They approached and the father started filming. After the confrontation, the fake Marine fled and was nowhere to be found. The girlfriend of the fake and her family had no clue he was a fake, she was recently divorced and this fake was wooing her. She, and her two sons, one whom was also graduating, thanked the Marine and his father for what they did. The now former girlfriend said she thought something wasn't right, but wasn't quite sure.

They exchanged numbers, and the Marine and his father assured them they would make sure this fake didn't fool anyone else. This was a win for all parties, except the fake Marine.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QuDUL8o6oD8

Fake Marine Outed at NoblesVille, Indiana High School Graduation

This video was filmed at a NoblesVille Indiana High School graduation.(We covered the girlfriend and her family's faces for privacy) A Marine and his father,...

Response by MAJ Robert (Bob) Petrarca made Jul 1 at 2015 12:28 PM

2015-07-01T12:28:07-04:00

OMG, If you're going to fake it at least give it an honest try. Dude, at least watch a movie, look at a picture, buy a vowel and get a clue before you try to be a poser.

Response by Col Joseph Lenertz made Jul 1 at 2015 1:04 PM

2015-07-01T13:04:09-04:00

I just can't understand it...the level of insecurity you have to have, in order to dress up and pretend in public. I hope more potential fakers watch the video and think twice.

Response by SrA Edward Vong made Jul 1 at 2015 2:05 PM

2015-07-01T14:05:42-04:00

I have noticed, the most common stolen valor claims are Rangers, Marines, and Navy Seals.

Response by Cpl Jeff N. made Jul 1 at 2015 2:19 PM

2015-07-01T14:19:51-04:00

There is too much wrong with the uniform to even mention but a few of the biggies are no belt or cover, blood stripe with Lance Corporal rank, medals and ribbons all over the place and it is ill fitting to boot.

On a high note, he had the EGA's facing correctly.

I might have had to ask him to take it off voluntarily or I would assist, at least the blouse (jacket) that is. That is simply unacceptable.

Response by SSG Jeffrey Spencer made Jul 1 at 2015 3:04 PM

2015-07-01T15:04:24-04:00

WTF??! A private at his age and doesn't know where to pin those medals. Stick on yer F@#$%g forehead derp!

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 1 at 2015 3:36 PM

2015-07-01T15:36:01-04:00

SGM Davis knows him. Must be legit.

Response by SGT Rick Ash made Jul 1 at 2015 4:15 PM

2015-07-01T16:15:22-04:00

This case of Stolen Valor" could have been spotted even by civilians that never served. His ribbons, medals and even the marksmanship medal weren't even aligned. I am glad he was outed. Now I have to wonder where he got the uniform and the medals, etc,. Glad too that the girlfriend got out of the relationship even though she thought that "something wasn't right"....

Response by SSG John Erny made Jul 1 at 2015 5:26 PM

2015-07-01T17:26:19-04:00

"Stolen Valor" yes, on top of that he looks nuttier than a squirl turd!

Response by PO1 Tony B. made Jul 1 at 2015 7:31 PM

2015-07-01T19:31:14-04:00

I live in Indianapolis (near Noblesville) and saw this when it happened on the local news. I was appalled - at first. The next day this gent's attorney went on the news informing everyone that this guy is his client and hasn't been acting himself since suffering a head injury late last year. The attorney said he was trying to locate paperwork associated with the head injury so everybody will know this is not a case of stolen valor, simply a sick man. If you look closely at the video you will see he has a 'deer in the headlights,' almost fearful expression on his face. This isn't a stolen valor case, simply a man needing further medical treatment. As soon as I hear more about this case, I will post it.

Response by PO3 Sherry Thornburg made Jul 1 at 2015 9:07 PM

2015-07-01T21:07:18-04:00

Good catch. I would question such things just because I know that retirees only wear their full uniforms on rare occasions, usually for vet functions or patriotic ceremonies and events. Sometimes family events. My dad and uncle attended my wedding in uniform.

Response by SSG (ret) William Martin made Jul 1 at 2015 9:09 PM

2015-07-01T21:09:08-04:00

Yes, this was an extremely embarrassing moment for the military poser.

Response by PFC Abraham Odisho made Jul 1 at 2015 9:23 PM

2015-07-01T21:23:23-04:00

I'm going to stand on the other side and say he is in his right to wear whatever the hell he wants and you and I all technically stood up and fought for that right for him to do that. It is clothing people. He isn't making any financial gains from it.

They changed the stolen valor laws so that it is only illegal if they are financially gaining from it. It would step on our 1st amendment right to wear what we want. The same amendments that you all fought for and want to throw away because now it doesn't favor you!

Please use an open mind, if we tell people what they can and can't wear we aren't free at that point. This is the United States of America and we have the freedom to say and wear what we want, even if it "offends" you veterans and servicemembers.

I lost my leg in Iraq but will be the first one to stand up on my other leg that was halfway blown off as well and say "No!" when our very first amendment right is being stepped on and you guys are there stepping on them too.

Response by Sgt Michael Bredthauer made Jul 1 at 2015 11:26 PM

2015-07-01T23:26:26-04:00

This makes me sick, I feel bad for the woman who was fooled by this fake, how embarrassed she had to be standing around a guy who was faking his honor.

Response by CW4 John Wilson made Jul 7 at 2015 7:09 PM

2015-07-07T19:09:19-04:00

Good job calling that out!

Response by SrA Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 7 at 2015 9:22 PM

2015-07-07T21:22:20-04:00

There is not a term for this level of dumbassery.....

Response by SPC Emmanuel Zuniga made Jul 8 at 2015 1:45 AM

2015-07-08T01:45:42-04:00

I don't know what you guys are talking about. He was really convincing... lol not

Response by Cpl Steven Feusi made Jul 8 at 2015 3:16 AM

2015-07-08T03:16:36-04:00

No effort, no lcpl ingenuity.
Guy is definitely unstable...

Response by SSG (ret) William Martin made Jul 8 at 2015 6:46 AM

2015-07-08T06:46:11-04:00

He shows up to HS graduations to look cool. What a creeper.

Response by CPL Kevin Hathaway made Jul 8 at 2015 8:16 AM

2015-07-08T08:16:00-04:00

Should have made himself a major...............

Response by GySgt Ronald Wasilewski made Jul 8 at 2015 10:16 AM

2015-07-08T10:16:30-04:00

I am really tired of these insecure idiots who really screw themselves because they know us from the Military community will catch them and if nothing else embarrass the hell out of them. Lance Corporal with NCO blood stripes on, no Web belt, no Barracks cover and 2 NDSM's. I am sure I can find more.

Response by SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 8 at 2015 3:16 PM

2015-07-08T15:16:45-04:00

Maybe he thought he could get away with it by wearing such a low rank compared to so many of the other "Command Lieutenant Private Majors" that have been showing up with stolen valor in recent years.

Response by Sgt Shane Beavers made Jul 8 at 2015 3:36 PM

2015-07-08T15:36:08-04:00

Disgusting.

Response by PO3 Mark Whalen made Jul 8 at 2015 7:41 PM

2015-07-08T19:41:29-04:00

Wow I was a corpsman stationed with the Marines my entire enlistment and I know thier rank better than this idiot...what a Moran.

Response by FN Christopher Steiner made Jul 8 at 2015 8:15 PM

2015-07-08T20:15:57-04:00

This is absolutely disgusting. Soldiers have died in those uniforms. Despicable. What are these idiots trying to gain?

Response by Cpl Timothy McIntosh made Jul 8 at 2015 11:10 PM

2015-07-08T23:10:15-04:00

I don't even know what to say to that. He handled that better then I would. And did she really say they would get him help? Crazy!

Response by SPC John Wolff made Jul 9 at 2015 12:23 AM

2015-07-09T00:23:02-04:00

My only question is this, Why does the government make military issued clothing so easy to obtain? In my mind if a complete moron like this can get the uniforms, rank, and other military related surplus and just wear it like its a joke how long before the enemy starts to do the same thing. Uniforms should issued upon enlistment and accounted for they should be treated as a sensitive item. And when we leave the military they should be destroyed or re issued depending on the condition. I know that sounds drastic but it seems to me it could become a matter of national security. I know I will be ridiculed for my opinion but its really the only way to prevent shit like this.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 9 at 2015 3:20 AM

2015-07-09T03:20:29-04:00

when will the frauds ever stop?

Response by SPC Greg Davis made Jul 9 at 2015 6:35 AM

2015-07-09T06:35:36-04:00

"Funny" thing is, is that in all the videos I've seen, the civilians could care less and always seem to get more upset at the person calling the faker on their BS than the one faking. It's sad really.

Response by Cpl Frances Shelton made Jul 9 at 2015 7:06 AM

2015-07-09T07:06:48-04:00

All I can say is. WTF really?!!! My husband hates even watching movies that portray military. ( no disrespect intended as he served as well, just a different branch than I.) I will pick apart the actor's costume. Thankfully, I have not personally seen anyone in uniform trying to impersonate a Marine, or any other military personnel. Though I have heard some wild stories from some swearing they were. (Big hint, no WM goes anywhere but Paris Island for bootcamp.)

Response by SGT Ben Keen made Jul 9 at 2015 8:01 AM

2015-07-09T08:01:55-04:00

I think we have grown used to seeing these idiots with enough brass on their jackets that seeing this guy just makes us smile. I guess whatever surplus store is in the area was running a bite low last week.

Response by Sgt Dylan G made Jul 9 at 2015 12:57 PM

2015-07-09T12:57:37-04:00

I feel all of the stolen valor cases never thought to try google images first....

Response by WO1 Lisa Caldwell made Jul 9 at 2015 4:24 PM

2015-07-09T16:24:53-04:00

She said she would "get him some help" implying there are some mental health issues.

Response by PFC Robert Villarreal made Jul 9 at 2015 4:38 PM

2015-07-09T16:38:23-04:00

Take that uniform you wannabe Marine. He should be ashamed of himself. Pertaining to be a real marine. I served in the the army along with two of my other real brothers, wife, sister inlaw, 2 brother in laws, and a cousin, and uncle. We served with pride. All now veterans for except one brother in law. Who's still active.

Response by SSG (ret) William Martin made Jul 9 at 2015 5:14 PM

2015-07-09T17:14:15-04:00

He needs some crazy eye brows and he will look like Waldorf from the muppets.

Response by Cpl Joe Brackett made Jul 9 at 2015 5:33 PM

2015-07-09T17:33:44-04:00

Not even close, if you're going to try to fake being a Marine please do some homework. He's very lucky he came across someone who was level headed or that could have have gotten ugly quick!!

Response by Cpl Nicolas Beavers made Jul 9 at 2015 5:59 PM

2015-07-09T17:59:48-04:00

What can I say " holy f--k! I was literally speechless. A blood stripe, and Lance Cooley stripe? His sleeve length was too long, and the medals were just straight hideous, enough said.

Response by LCpl Terry Young made Jul 9 at 2015 6:07 PM

2015-07-09T18:07:03-04:00

I was playing the how much shit can be wrong with one uniform. I been out a while but blood stripe on Lance cool didn't seem right.

Response by SSgt Rilene Ann made Jul 9 at 2015 6:10 PM

2015-07-09T18:10:21-04:00

Constantly experience this with population serve in senior and disabled (mental and physical) housing. Overtime have helped some see why is wrong.

Response by Cpl Christopher Carlton made Jul 9 at 2015 9:04 PM

2015-07-09T21:04:59-04:00

Wow when did the corps change the blood stripe???? Last I knew the rank of lcpl didn't have a blood stripe only E-4 and above have blood stripe on trowzers....

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 9 at 2015 9:57 PM

2015-07-09T21:57:12-04:00

He looks scary like an evil clown!

Response by Cpl Matthew Kirkendall made Jul 9 at 2015 11:40 PM

2015-07-09T23:40:00-04:00

I am from that part of Indiana and am a Marine. I am embarrassed for the people around here that would even think that was ok. WTF?

Response by CPO Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 10 at 2015 12:50 AM

2015-07-10T00:50:09-04:00

What if he has dementia and thought he was a marine? And then he forgot how to Marine. Probably not, but it's a theory.

Response by Cpl Manny Minchala made Jul 10 at 2015 12:58 AM

2015-07-10T00:58:00-04:00

He was just trying to get a lady friend

Response by LCpl Andrew Yawger made Jul 10 at 2015 9:57 AM

2015-07-10T09:57:05-04:00

this guy is def a fake i hate when this stolen valor happens i got acussed of it once and i was very hurt by it cause at the time i didnt have nothing to prove i eas vet i was in uniform just to wear it for a day cause i knew it wouldnt fir no more soon cause i had a five oclock shawdow and my hair was a little to long so somtimes please take some people words for it.

Response by PO2 Ray OConnor made Jul 10 at 2015 10:53 AM

2015-07-10T10:53:04-04:00

What the heck the ribbons are not right for any service. This is so obvious a fake.

Response by COL Charles Williams made Jul 10 at 2015 12:24 PM

2015-07-10T12:24:13-04:00

Looks legit... :) I love Guardians of Valor... and the dude filming, his commentary was great.

Response by LCpl Nate W made Jul 10 at 2015 12:59 PM

2015-07-10T12:59:36-04:00

Wow, this is so bad, I wonder if he has serious mental problems and was playing dress up rather than a conscious attempt to steal valor. No belt, blood stripe with LCpl chevrons multiple National Defense medals sporadically placed, and the list goes on. The GF saying "we'll get him some help" seems to suggest that she knows he isn't right in the brain housing group.

Response by SSG Brandon Danserr made Jul 10 at 2015 4:14 PM

2015-07-10T16:14:39-04:00

What a joke!!! I'm not even a marine and know his uniform is jacked!!

Response by Cpl Bradley Hamilton made Jul 10 at 2015 6:51 PM

2015-07-10T18:51:53-04:00

He should be put in Jail...And fined...

Response by LCpl Robert Francis made Jul 10 at 2015 6:59 PM

2015-07-10T18:59:38-04:00

They should've quarderdecked his ass. That would show him what it means to be a MARINE...

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 10 at 2015 8:19 PM

2015-07-10T20:19:57-04:00

The gentleman holding the camera handed that better than I would. That man would be deaf in one ear from my screaming.

Response by MSgt Curtis Rodgers made Jul 10 at 2015 11:22 PM

2015-07-10T23:22:42-04:00

I wonder if they ever got it wrong?

Response by LTC(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 10 at 2015 11:31 PM

2015-07-10T23:31:49-04:00

When I see incidents like this happen...I don't know if I should be angry, feel sorry for them, or be flattered. There is no doubt in my mind that people like this have some sort of mental disorder. Like others have said...it's like this guy didn't even try. I wonder how many people are out there that are actually getting away with stolen valor. In every one of these faker videos I have seen, it is completely obvious to anyone who has legitimately worn the uniform. I wonder what the "good" ones are getting away with?

Response by PO1 John Miller made Jul 11 at 2015 12:58 AM

2015-07-11T00:58:11-04:00

So I see 2 National Defense medals, 1 National Defense ribbon, Rifle Sharpshooter badge (I'm surprised he's not wearing an Expert badge), and what looks like a Defense Meritorious Service Medal. Oh, and lets not forget Lance Corporal stripes! Dude looks like a legit hero to me!

Response by SrA Lawrence Lutz made Jul 11 at 2015 1:06 AM

2015-07-11T01:06:20-04:00

Aside from calling out these individuals what can we do?

Response by PO2 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 11 at 2015 5:07 AM

2015-07-11T05:07:36-04:00

3 NDSM ribbon/medals, who needs stars.

Response by PO1 John Miller made Jul 11 at 2015 5:42 AM

2015-07-11T05:42:01-04:00

I forgot to say this in my original post: "Where the hell is his cover?" :>)

Response by HN Santos Guerrero made Jul 11 at 2015 6:53 AM

2015-07-11T06:53:08-04:00

What shit baggery is this??? Lol someone should shot him so at least he know how it is to be shot at

Response by PO1 Mike Edgecomb made Jul 11 at 2015 8:03 AM

2015-07-11T08:03:01-04:00

While this one was obvious, there are a lot of well versed fakes out there, who appear legit. Be careful though that you not not call out a legitimate veteran in public. I have seen that happen. For DB's like the above, embarrass away they deserve it.

Response by PO3 James Benisek made Jul 11 at 2015 3:01 PM

2015-07-11T15:01:08-04:00

A little old to be a LCPL?

Response by Cpl J Priessman made Jul 11 at 2015 3:10 PM

2015-07-11T15:10:47-04:00

With 2 National Defense Service Medals and Another in Ribbon form, we better not fuck with this dude!

Response by SGT Joel Bourbeau made Jul 11 at 2015 4:03 PM

2015-07-11T16:03:44-04:00

Just another wanabe/no-go.

Response by SGT Mike Rudd made Jul 11 at 2015 5:37 PM

2015-07-11T17:37:03-04:00

It's really pathetic the measures people will do for attention , living here in utah and working in the Salt Lake City there are hundreds of pan handlers using the military uniform to get free food and money from people when talking to them they oh I'm a vet and when ask more about there service they say shut up and leave me alone , I tell them they can't represent us like that first of all a true vet wouldn't beg like that they would get a real job!!! I just can't believe what lengths people will go for pity!! Thank you for calling out that imposter!!

Response by Cpl Lauro Alvarado made Jul 11 at 2015 5:49 PM

2015-07-11T17:49:33-04:00

Wow I still can't believe people do that anymore and his uniform was just disgusting! That is what heated me up the most.

Response by LCpl David Thompson made Jul 11 at 2015 8:17 PM

2015-07-11T20:17:26-04:00

Just goes to show these civies that you never know when the real thing is going to walk by. That Marine approached the situation in a tactful manner which I don't believe I could have mustered. Ooh-rah Marine.

Response by PFC Mike Lee made Jul 12 at 2015 12:13 AM

2015-07-12T00:13:35-04:00

I must admit it has been 30 yrs sence I served in the army and haven't put a uniform on sence. There is no way I would know how to present myself in uniform with today's regulations, however if I were, to Dawn a uniform for a special occasion, I think I would atleast talk to someone who is current and insure that I was not doing a de service to my own military past more that of someone who is serving today. But I don't believe even time has changed the Marine corp dress blue's that much. this was disgusting I only hope this guy was really just mental

Response by SGT Robert H made Jul 12 at 2015 6:57 AM

2015-07-12T06:57:40-04:00

I don't know which is worse.... The poorly dressed fake Marine or the girlfriend trying to take up for him...pathetic excuse for a human being. He ought to be skull dragged down the street!

Response by SGT Anthony Brown made Jul 12 at 2015 11:50 AM

2015-07-12T11:50:17-04:00

I don't get why people want to wear a uniform they didn't earn.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 12 at 2015 1:19 PM

2015-07-12T13:19:16-04:00

One word: WOW. Disgraceful. My best friend was a Marine. We are both still serving. This guy is a piece of sh$t!!!

Response by SMSgt Patrick Holena made Jul 12 at 2015 2:52 PM

2015-07-12T14:52:44-04:00

Wow, that was the most pathetic attempt ever. I am wondering about the medal he was wearing near his mid section. Did he get that from never missing a meal at the chow hall?

Response by Cpl Scott Burris made Jul 12 at 2015 9:58 PM

2015-07-12T21:58:15-04:00

He should be thankful that nobody slapped him like the bitch he his.

Response by 1SG Rockwell Windows1 made Jul 12 at 2015 9:59 PM

2015-07-12T21:59:54-04:00

I will never understand why the parade around in something they didn't earn.and the worst part their metals edges around the wrong area

Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 12 at 2015 11:07 PM

2015-07-12T23:07:07-04:00

This sort of thing always blows me away, I cannot imagine the reasons behind such acts.

Response by PFC John Adams made Jul 13 at 2015 2:14 AM

2015-07-13T02:14:03-04:00

It's sad when these fakes want to walk around and act like they are something just to get a hand out or anything like that.

Response by SSG Ssg. Sauce made Jul 13 at 2015 7:17 AM

2015-07-13T07:17:51-04:00

Response by Cpl Mike Kasprzak made Jul 13 at 2015 10:09 AM

2015-07-13T10:09:21-04:00

That's a pretty bad one, didn't even try

Response by AN Mike Weld made Jul 13 at 2015 11:16 AM

2015-07-13T11:16:45-04:00

Ya he needs mental help and a ass kickin

Response by CPO Clifford Koch made Jul 13 at 2015 11:52 AM

2015-07-13T11:52:05-04:00

Roger that .. at least make an attempt to be a jerk .. nope not possible just doing it makes you the jerk you are for all to see.

Response by LTJG Judah Barlow made Jul 13 at 2015 12:27 PM

2015-07-13T12:27:00-04:00

The two things I don't get is how these frauds think their going to get away with it with as many younger veterans walking around? Also why are civilians so nonchalant about it, that broad seemed so inconvenienced by an act that is worthy of a tail stomping.

Response by Sgt Elaine Lopez made Jul 13 at 2015 3:05 PM

2015-07-13T15:05:34-04:00

I'll never understand why people do this. It sickens me to my core.

Response by TSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 13 at 2015 3:06 PM

2015-07-13T15:06:23-04:00

Most of these people have mental health issues. Military members need to calm down on this issue.

Response by Sgt Elaine Lopez made Jul 13 at 2015 3:08 PM

2015-07-13T15:08:44-04:00

I'll never understand why people do this. It sickens me to my core.

Response by CPO Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 13 at 2015 3:55 PM

2015-07-13T15:55:08-04:00

These people are hilarious, only one hook too. Man he was high ranking. LOL No cover and that is an.....interesting way to wear the medals. At least your country didn't put him on TV like in my own country (Canada).

Response by SPC Israel Flores made Jul 13 at 2015 5:16 PM

2015-07-13T17:16:27-04:00

SOME PEOPLE WITH THAT KIND OF NERVE

Response by PO2 Frederick Deraney made Jul 13 at 2015 10:04 PM

2015-07-13T22:04:08-04:00

This is pathetic; he is bringing shame not only to himself but to the uniform, the USMC, and the United States of America by the manner in which he is wearing the uniform, the cloth of our nation. If you are going to fake it, and I in no way condone this, at least have the decency to look up the uniform regulations. Any Marine knows right away that the “Blood Stripe” is earned at the NCO rank of (E-4) corporal. This guy is wearing the rank of (E-3) lance corporal. Secondly, he is wearing the National Defense Service Medal as a service ribbon with the addition of 2 National Defense Service Medals, and not to mention together with the other medal, which looks like a Purple Heart, they are haphazardly placed upon the uniform.
What a shameful and disgraceful human. He needs psychological help.

Semper Fi my brothers

Response by Cpl Richard Nason made Jul 14 at 2015 8:18 AM

2015-07-14T08:18:56-04:00

lance corporals didnt earn the blood strip...nco's and officers only..then the medals are all over the place..wow..he deserves jail time for the lack of a good attempt..wheres the belt..the cover...WTF over!!!

Response by Cpl Rodney Kennedy made Jul 14 at 2015 1:14 PM

2015-07-14T13:14:22-04:00

Wow! Agreed, at least fake it well! Damn!

Response by Sgt Michael Smith made Jul 14 at 2015 2:22 PM

2015-07-14T14:22:11-04:00

Just looking at it I saw ribbons incorrectly displayed,
No belt and no cover. If he was at Penilton as he claims he washed out about 40 years ago

Response by Lt Col Bill Buckingham made Jul 14 at 2015 4:25 PM

2015-07-14T16:25:01-04:00

Sad in so many ways to see a man with nothing to stand on but stolen valor to "impress" a recently-divorced woman with a soup-sandwich stolen uniform. I can hardly find the energy to be angry at the guy ... just pathetic.

Response by Cpl Nick Speciale made Jul 14 at 2015 6:45 PM

2015-07-14T18:45:40-04:00

Man come on now... you saw this from a mile away..

Response by CPL Donald Williams made Jul 14 at 2015 7:58 PM

2015-07-14T19:58:47-04:00

He should be ashamed of himself for trying to be something that you're not. Alot of people who had to fight died, I think that they should make him go and try this or put him in jail for impersonation of a veteran. There should be a law.

Response by MSgt Jose Diep made Jul 14 at 2015 8:31 PM

2015-07-14T20:31:42-04:00

If you are going to fake it at least take some pride and wear the uniform correctly.

Response by CPL Christopher Crawford made Jul 14 at 2015 8:47 PM

2015-07-14T20:47:03-04:00

He had no idea, the idiot. He thought of it as just another suit, I think. SHDH!!!!

Response by Maj Mike Sciales made Jul 14 at 2015 8:53 PM

2015-07-14T20:53:04-04:00

Pathetic.

Response by PO3 Timothy Maslin-Boukouris made Jul 14 at 2015 8:54 PM

2015-07-14T20:54:15-04:00

This moron is pathetic. I hope he did have a brain injury because that is the only way I could forgive hit.

Response by SGT Ramon A. Valentin Torres made Jul 14 at 2015 9:26 PM

2015-07-14T21:26:27-04:00

wtf!!!

Response by SrA John Luoma made Jul 14 at 2015 9:29 PM

2015-07-14T21:29:56-04:00

What a POS!! Unbelievable how stupid this guy is!!!

Response by Cpl Matthew Holcombe made Jul 14 at 2015 9:31 PM

2015-07-14T21:31:48-04:00

I can't understand why anyone would do that. He didn't even try to make the uniform look legit. Pathetic...

Response by PO3 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 14 at 2015 11:29 PM

2015-07-14T23:29:45-04:00

Defiantly a fraud. No Marine I know who earned the right to wear the uniform would ever be out without his cover. Dead give away, among other obvious very unsat uhh..well what wasn't unsat about the whole thing.

Response by SSgt Jason Schwartz made Jul 15 at 2015 12:43 AM

2015-07-15T00:43:48-04:00

Former active duty SSgt of Marines 97-07 here, and during any future videos that are posted about "Stolen Valor" If you come across anyone ANYONE that is presenting themselves as a "FAKE" Guidance is that you ask them for the very Uniform that they are wearing, or ask them to take it off Immediately. Without hesitation. Get that fake image off then and now. Keep up with good work my fellow Marines. Semper Fi.

Response by PO3 William Anderson made Jul 15 at 2015 4:27 AM

2015-07-15T04:27:08-04:00

the funniest part about this picture is the fact im former navy and have no clue what goes on the marine uniform and where but at first glance i could tell he was fake...

Response by SSG Randall Hurd made Jul 15 at 2015 2:27 PM

2015-07-15T14:27:08-04:00

One of the things I'm proud of, Militarily is not only when a soldier stands up and defends the constitution, and mostly when no one is looking. When you take down anyone defacing the Military through selfish stolen valor to impress someone, embarrassment should be the least expected. To understand the transformation of the soldiers mind in combat it the greatest nation on earth, and the commitment of over 200+ years to get soldiers where they're at, people like this person bring a Great Disgrace upon himself and their entire family back to the drawing of the federalist papers or conception of the Union.

Response by SSG Randall Hurd made Jul 15 at 2015 2:35 PM

2015-07-15T14:35:33-04:00

Yes proof that Dumbass last a life time! A punch in the Face is deserved for this crime in the face of those that gave all, however we are a Republic, a nation of laws, and those same soldiers that gave all fought to defend the Republic. So its not necessary to trample the graves of those who died defending that very constitution. However it's not the same as free speech, and he would have left that school function wearing everything except that uniform. God help the one I catch dishonoring the uniform, they will have thought boot camp was a cake walk.

Response by SFC John Lambert made Jul 15 at 2015 7:05 PM

2015-07-15T19:05:03-04:00

All these wanna be soldiers,

Response by Sgt Johnny Phoenix made Jul 15 at 2015 7:27 PM

2015-07-15T19:27:03-04:00

I'm shocked someone THAT old would Try it. He should know better

Response by SGT Lizzie Eirby made Jul 15 at 2015 7:39 PM

2015-07-15T19:39:24-04:00

This is truly a disgrace to the military...this guy really need to be punished. I think it should be against the law to disguise yourself as a soldier we had to earn that right. Because as a veteran I take proud for my service to this country and I know my fellow brothers and sisters feel the exact same way!

Response by LCpl Scot Brake made Jul 15 at 2015 8:59 PM

2015-07-15T20:59:20-04:00

I guess he has no idea what some of us would do

Response by Cpl Remy Villa made Jul 15 at 2015 9:45 PM

2015-07-15T21:45:07-04:00

I guess being a US Marine was on his bucket list.

Response by PO2 Chris Bursley made Jul 16 at 2015 3:54 AM

2015-07-16T03:54:33-04:00

could be a poser, could be mentally ill. In any case he was at the wrong place at the wrong time.

Response by SSG Joshua Roberts made Jul 16 at 2015 5:05 AM

2015-07-16T05:05:51-04:00

I don't know very much about the Corps uniform, and even I could tell this dude is a bad impersonator.

Response by Cpl Ray Sanders made Jul 16 at 2015 6:17 AM

2015-07-16T06:17:09-04:00

It looks like a toddler pinned his medals. Let's make home famous.

Response by PO3 Aj Grieves made Jul 16 at 2015 9:44 AM

2015-07-16T09:44:53-04:00

I can't even be mad at this one. My man looks nutier than the Major off of the old TV show Soap.

Response by PO2 Michael Henry made Jul 16 at 2015 10:09 AM

2015-07-16T10:09:44-04:00

Gee, I wonder what gave him away, the no cover, the 3 National Defense Service awards, the fact his "awards" are not even close to positioned properly, the "blood stripe" on his pants (E-4 or higher) while wearing an E-3 rank. Did I miss anything?

Response by Sgt Matt Emery made Jul 17 at 2015 8:41 AM

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His life must be absolutely pathetic. There's a reason it's called STOLEN Valor, because the rest of us EARNED the right to wear our uniforms.

Response by CPL Rob Beauchamp made Jul 17 at 2015 9:16 AM

2015-07-17T09:16:09-04:00

I think that if you are wearing the uniform and a fake they should automatically but you in the military for a year and see if they could even handle it like a boot camp

Response by GySgt Elmer Daniels made Jul 17 at 2015 5:25 PM

2015-07-17T17:25:15-04:00

Absolutely disgusting, disgracing my uniform and my brothers and sisters who earned it. I wish I could catch someone like this, so I could remove them from my uniform.

Response by LCpl Larry P made Jul 17 at 2015 11:34 PM

2015-07-17T23:34:38-04:00

Is he another one of those airborne S.E.A.L. Rangers? lol

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 18 at 2015 1:39 AM

2015-07-18T01:39:02-04:00

I get so frustrated and disgusted at this chosen brand of fraud & deceit, I'd like to shake these mutants until their back teeth are loose.

Response by CPL Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 18 at 2015 11:50 AM

2015-07-18T11:50:12-04:00

this is so funny!! i am glad guys bring them to the fore front.

Response by MSgt Scotty Cass made Jul 18 at 2015 4:38 PM

2015-07-18T16:38:49-04:00

One word....wow! He has got to know that his chances of being flagged as a fake are high...unbelievable!

Response by LCpl Blake Cole made Jul 18 at 2015 11:39 PM

2015-07-18T23:39:22-04:00

What are people seriously thinking when they do this? I feel more sad than upset. This should be treated the same as impersonating a police officer. With a stiff penalty. Or... Allow public beatings by men and women who truly served. Maybe that would curb this trash. Semper Fi brothers and sisters!

Response by Cpl James Davis made Jul 19 at 2015 12:38 AM

2015-07-19T00:38:11-04:00

What a lame piece of shit! It disgusts me to see this.

Response by PO3 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 19 at 2015 5:23 AM

2015-07-19T05:23:18-04:00

I'm trying to figure out where he got the Dress in the first place. Mine are pressed and dressed, hanging in my closet for 22 years...

Response by Cpl Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 19 at 2015 4:59 PM

2015-07-19T16:59:32-04:00

What a piece of shit wanna put on the uniform? Earn it

Response by LCpl Nathan Elliott made Jul 20 at 2015 7:57 AM

2015-07-20T07:57:33-04:00

He is an old ass lance that's for sure. Lol.

Response by LCpl Jessica Pruitt made Jul 21 at 2015 10:01 AM

2015-07-21T10:01:50-04:00

I dont even know where to begin with this one....one of the messiest attempts of stolen valor ive seen!

Response by Cpl Stacy Barker made Jul 21 at 2015 10:22 AM

2015-07-21T10:22:52-04:00

Not only a fake but what a soup sandwich.

Response by SP6 Donald Rowell made Jul 21 at 2015 11:35 PM

2015-07-21T23:35:31-04:00

Being an army NCO I'm not quite sure what a Marines uniform would look like but he does seem to be a bit sloppy

Response by SSG (ret) William Martin made Jul 22 at 2015 2:12 AM

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The girl in the white mini skirt though...just saying.

Response by MSG D Cebo made Jul 22 at 2015 5:48 AM

2015-07-22T05:48:48-04:00

WTF hahahah even My wife told me that He look like XMAS Tree like someone just pin those like in Kindergarten PIN THE JACKASS!!!

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 22 at 2015 7:29 PM

2015-07-22T19:29:05-04:00

Man I didn't know they let 50 to 60 year olds join the Marines lol good job guys

Response by Cpl Grant Harris made Jul 23 at 2015 8:41 AM

2015-07-23T08:41:43-04:00

this is just another disgrace you would think by now they would learn to research . come on if you're gonna fake it at least be believable,every thing wrong with this uniform is taught in bootcamp.

Response by LCpl John Filiatrault made Jul 23 at 2015 3:25 PM

2015-07-23T15:25:39-04:00

There were soo many things wrong with his uniform. An E-3 with an NCO bloodstripe. Medals and badges all in the wrong places, no cover or gloves etc... I wish i had been there with a bullhorn! I would have publicly disgraced him!! Valor thueves disgust me deeply!!

Response by Sgt Douglas H made Jul 23 at 2015 8:47 PM

2015-07-23T20:47:20-04:00

douche bag should be arrested

Response by LCpl Jay Russell made Jul 24 at 2015 8:00 AM

2015-07-24T08:00:49-04:00

This sad sack has got to be the dumbest yet trying to pass it off. Come on blood stripe medals no belt no cover outdoors no gloves with the blues heck I've been out over 30 years and can see this unsat idiot didn't do his homework or even watch a movie

Response by PVT Edward Hanrahan made Jul 24 at 2015 5:03 PM

2015-07-24T17:03:22-04:00

I was on a bus with a guy in Muncie who claimed he was army. Couldn't tell me where he did basic or his M.O.S. I called him out on it right there. He had no comments after that.

Response by SPC Misti Hornof made Jul 24 at 2015 5:35 PM

2015-07-24T17:35:24-04:00

Really how far did he really think he could go without someone to catching him. I just have no words for him beyond this.

Response by SGT James Elliott made Jul 24 at 2015 6:40 PM

2015-07-24T18:40:41-04:00

When I was with C Co 2nd Bn 1st SFG(A) we had a Major Chaplain that had everyone fooled. It finally turned out he wasn't even commissioned as a officer, dropped out of college but decided to enter the Army anyway. It's hard enough to gain respect by serving in the armed forces but people like these are a disgrace to all that have served!

Response by LCpl Tanner Mitchell made Jul 24 at 2015 11:08 PM

2015-07-24T23:08:51-04:00

A least attempt to make it look authentic. Jesus.

Response by PO1 Shahida Marmol made Jul 25 at 2015 3:08 AM

2015-07-25T03:08:48-04:00

You would think people would put more effort into this scam with all the exposures happening. For whatever reason you didn't join, support us in other ways, stop trying to pretend you were one of us.

Response by SCPO Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 25 at 2015 3:47 PM

2015-07-25T15:47:35-04:00

Wow! There are some sad individuals out there.

Response by Sgt Jack Pharris made Jul 25 at 2015 6:26 PM

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Response by SGT Cory Galvin made Jul 25 at 2015 6:54 PM

2015-07-25T18:54:02-04:00

FUBAR ..... What a screwball

Response by PO3 George Purcell made Jul 25 at 2015 11:26 PM

2015-07-25T23:26:42-04:00

What a spineless piece of crap. The asshole wouldn't even look at him.

Response by Cpl Ron Brooks II made Jul 26 at 2015 9:20 AM

2015-07-26T09:20:52-04:00

The real Marine shoulda went drill instructor on his ass and made him cry. I would have.

Response by Cpl Billy Dias made Jul 26 at 2015 2:16 PM

2015-07-26T14:16:07-04:00

Wow an E3 with a blood stripe that makes me sick I worked my ass off for mine and what it represents

Response by SPC Donald Smith made Jul 27 at 2015 1:14 AM

2015-07-27T01:14:24-04:00

I don't know what to think about thes people that do this.

Response by PO2 Gail Buckwash-Frick made Jul 27 at 2015 1:14 AM

2015-07-27T01:14:28-04:00

Considering that the Uniform that he is wearing shouldn't have Blood Stripes because the rank isn't a non-com. He should be taken to Paris Island and then to Arlington and shown real Marines and what they have sacrificed. Better yet just go to Chattanooga TN. He should be tarred and feathered.

Response by LCpl Arthur Yllan made Jul 27 at 2015 3:41 AM

2015-07-27T03:41:02-04:00

Instead of faking it why don't they just enlist and it wouldn't be fake no longer. I just can't believe that someone would do something like that and have the nerve to show up in public places and not expect someone to not be offended.

Response by SFC Jacob Hinkkanen made Jul 27 at 2015 4:09 AM

2015-07-27T04:09:35-04:00

I don't always steal valor but when I do I always choose to be a private. Nobody will question a private.

Response by PFC Brad Taylor made Jul 27 at 2015 8:19 AM

2015-07-27T08:19:00-04:00

You can tell by the medals....they are all scattered around the uniform. The thing about the military is we have a dress code. Everything has a place. Total fake and such a loser. Good for her! I'm glad she was able to see the truth.

Response by SPC Robert Lightcap made Jul 27 at 2015 9:53 AM

2015-07-27T09:53:44-04:00

I hate when they have to fake it , if you want the uniform and the honor that goes with it then man the f up and see a recruiter it is that simple

Response by SPC Mark Buchanan made Jul 27 at 2015 3:20 PM

2015-07-27T15:20:12-04:00

Hate people who are to much of a coward to actually serve

Response by SPC Roger Liedeke made Jul 27 at 2015 5:48 PM

2015-07-27T17:48:17-04:00

Wow. Same response I've received for outing a faker. Only bad part was the fact I got chewed for calling someone out. It happens more often than you think and too many civies think nothing is wrong with it. They say mind your own and you'll be fine.

Response by PO3 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 27 at 2015 8:06 PM

2015-07-27T20:06:44-04:00

Unfortunate that as veterans, we see this as an all to common occurrence. This is not an isolated instance. I have been to many parades, events, and gatherings where you shake your head and think "REALLY"! Not even those posers and their stolen valor, but actual Veterans. I keep my uniform pristine even though I have not served in 21 years. I earned the right to wear it, but only do so with the utmost respect for the uniform and what it stands for. All jokes of being a "Puddle Pirate" aside, I know the Marine Corp uniform well, as my older brother was a Marine as well as both Grandfathers. They taught me how to wear a uniform long before my enlistment. This is just absolutely UN-SAT...

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 27 at 2015 8:39 PM

2015-07-27T20:39:33-04:00

My husband served and my daughter currently serves. He needs to get a real life.

Response by Sgt Brad Ellis made Jul 28 at 2015 4:54 PM

2015-07-28T16:54:54-04:00

Hahaha USMC for life. I miss the barracks life!

Response by LCpl Robert Adame made Jul 28 at 2015 6:46 PM

2015-07-28T18:46:59-04:00

This is the shit that annoys the shit out of me DO NOT DISRESPECT my uniform and the uniform of my brothers and sister that are not here with there family

Response by CAPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 28 at 2015 8:40 PM

2015-07-28T20:40:18-04:00

Bad parenting. He never had boot to ass as a kid. I did. My father is a Navy Chief (ret.).

Response by SGT Ira Crusan made Jul 29 at 2015 8:52 AM

2015-07-29T08:52:38-04:00

Really i blame the parents of this young marine...and obvious case of poor leadership!..no sense of personnel pride or basic military standards..Ill take him and before he makes the next pay grade he will be a strapping marine we can all be proud of....:) broke out in tears of laughter just writing this

Response by PO3 Jesse Gossel made Jul 29 at 2015 12:42 PM

2015-07-29T12:42:21-04:00

Wow, I'm no marine, an never was. But even being a prior CM3 I worked with enough to know that his medals alone are all jacked, also two pizza boxes....really!? Second, where's his damned cover!? As mentioned prior, if you're going to fake something at least make a damned effort an do some research!

Response by A1C Keith Lefebvre made Jul 30 at 2015 10:59 AM

2015-07-30T10:59:52-04:00

Wow. Just wow.
Dude is a scumbag.

Response by SN Jason Hatzenbuehler made Jul 30 at 2015 1:58 PM

2015-07-30T13:58:37-04:00

Wow.. I just don't get it. Why would he do that. Who does he think he is impressing? Either complete idiot, or seriously mentally ill. #smh

Response by LCpl Michelle Hays made Jul 30 at 2015 7:33 PM

2015-07-30T19:33:16-04:00

Wow. The blood stripe was only my first issue. She's going to get him some help? Really?

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 22 at 2016 7:50 AM

2016-07-22T07:50:55-04:00

Damn dude, if you want to impress the ladies, don't give yourself 3 national defense service medals. Beef it up a little. Hahaha

Response by CA Delete D. made Jan 5 at 2018 1:52 PM

2018-01-05T13:52:09-05:00

mental illness.

Response by Cpl Mike Gonzalez made Jan 8 at 2018 12:45 AM

2018-01-08T00:45:30-05:00

Two NDSMs, one NDSR, a Sharpshooter badge and what looks like a DMSM, can't really tell because I can not get it to show clearly. None of which are positioned correctly. Has to be Stolen Valor. At least make it look like you served, you pos.

Response by SSG William Compton made Mar 23 at 2018 8:36 PM

2018-03-23T20:36:21-04:00

The man is over 50 and has private stripes?

Response by SGT Larry Stacey made Mar 24 at 2018 7:34 AM

2018-03-24T07:34:20-04:00

I AGREE WITH THE MAJ. IN '68, ON MY WAY TO OAKLAND THEN NAM, I JAD A LITTLE TIME TO WAIT AT DFW AIRPORT IN FT. WORTH TX. I NOTICED A PRIVATE WEARING A NON-AIRBORNE CAP, WE CALLED THEM BUS DRIVER HATS, WITH PARATROOPER WINGS ON AND BLOUSED BOOTS. I STARTED ASKING HIM SOME QUESTIONS HE WOULD ONLY KNOW IF HE HAD BEEN TO JUMP SCHOOL AT FT. BENNING, GA. LIKE WHO WAS THE COMMANDANT OF THE SCHOOL, TELL ME WGAT THE WEEKS WERE CALLED. FOR SOME IT WAS ZERO WEEK: YOU SPENT A WEEK PYLLING DETAILS, I WAS LUCKY NUF TO MISS IT. SECOND WEEK: GROUND WEEK, THIRD WEEK: TOWER WEEK, FOURTH WEEK: JUMP WEEK. HE DIDN'T KNOW THAT THE COMMANDANT WAS COL. ROY WELCH IF I REMEMBER CORRECTLY. I ASK ENOUGH QUESTIONS TI KNOW HE WASN'T A TRUE PARATROOPER AND WITH 13 JUMPS ON MY RECORD, 5 AT BENNING AND 8 AT FT. BRAGG WITH TGE 92ND AIRBORNE DIV. I TOOK THE WINGS OFF HIS UNIFORM TOLD HIM TO DIG IN HIS DUFFEL BAG, GET HIS LOW QUARTERS: DRESS SHOES FOR NON-AIRBORNE SOLDIERS, TAKE OFF HI S BOOTS AND PUT HIS DRESS SHOES ON. I MAY HAVE BEEN A LITTLE HARSH WITH HIM BUT I WAS 19 YEARS O LD AND A MEMBER OF ONE OF THE ARMY'S BEST DIVISIONS N IT JUST MADE MY SKIN CRAWL TO SEE HIM STEALING VALOR FROM ALL THOSE BRAVE GUYS IN WWII. THE 82ND AND 101ST AIRBORNE DIVISIONS. I HATE IT WHEN I SEE SOMEONE WEARING A UNIFORM THAT THEY DIDN'T EARN THE RIGHT TI WEAR WITH MEDALS THEY CAN'T EVEN NAME OR HOW TO WEAR THEM. THAT PUKE WEARING THE ARMY DRESS GREENS WITH THE MEDALS AND RIBBONS ON IT, GRINNING LIKE A PUSSUM EATIN PEACH SEEDS JUST MAKES ME WANNA TEAR TO OFF HIM. SORRY GUYS BUT MY CLOSEST FIRST COUSIN GOT KILLED IN NAM DURING HIS 2ND TOUR OVER THERE WITH THE 101ST, N I WAS PN MY WAY OVER THERE TO JOIN THE 101ST. I HOPE U GUYS DON'T GET MAD AT ME FOR TALKING SO MUCH. I LOVE TO SHAKE THE H SND OF ANY OF MY "BROTHERS IN ARMS" BUT NOT A FAKE. I'M GONNA SHUT UP NOW, I HAVE A VAD HABIT OF TALKING TOO MUCH. LOL.

Response by CPO Dave Royce made Mar 28 at 2018 10:20 PM

2018-03-28T22:20:26-04:00

And he’s wearing 2 fire watch ribbons

Response by PFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 1 at 2018 1:07 AM

2018-04-01T01:07:02-04:00

The three nations defense medals/ribbon nearly made me pop a blood vessel from cringing.

Response by SSgt Robert Prest made Jun 19 at 2018 1:15 PM

2018-06-19T13:15:40-04:00

New something was up with this guy as soon as I saw his hair cut.

Response by SGT Gary Reed made Jul 20 at 2018 11:42 PM

2018-07-20T23:42:03-04:00

PFC with all that lettuce? Must have been a head wound. He forgot where it all went.

Response by CWO4 Ray Whiteaker made Aug 9 at 2018 8:15 PM

2018-08-09T20:15:23-04:00

Watch a Gomer Pyle episode or something! This was pathetic

Response by PV2 Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 12 at 2018 12:35 PM

2018-08-12T12:35:25-04:00

I’m soldier, not a Marine, and I could tell just by the lack of a cover and how jacked up his unifirm was he was phony

Response by Cpl Richard Lovato made Aug 13 at 2018 10:05 PM

2018-08-13T22:05:07-04:00

As an Honorably Discharged U.S. Marine.....impersonation is wrong and disrespectful!!additionally,the ribbons and medals are all out of order, etc......Lance Cpl.?? should be a law!

Response by Sgt Lonnie Rush made Dec 9 at 2018 11:46 PM

2018-12-09T23:46:38-05:00

LOL! Lcpl with blood stripes.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 27 at 2018 8:20 PM

2018-12-27T20:20:20-05:00

No cover outside two National Defence Medals, yep a phony Marine

Response by LCpl Dexter Day made Oct 25 at 2019 11:43 AM

2019-10-25T11:43:57-04:00

The blood stripe was a dead giveaway. TURD

Response by SFC Howard Holmes made Nov 8 at 2019 2:54 AM

2019-11-08T02:54:38-05:00

Can't really say it's stolen Valor, He's as screwed up as a soup sandwich. He should've at least made himself a Staff Sgt. Wow.

Response by SGT William McDonald made Apr 28 at 2020 8:16 PM

2020-04-28T20:16:18-04:00

Jesus, you could tell the guy was a fake, just the way he had the medals attached to the uniform!!!! What a joke!!! And no cover to boot!!! HaHA!!!!

Response by LTC David Brown made Nov 29 at 2021 9:28 AM

2021-11-29T09:28:01-05:00

Sad people living sad lives that are a sad lie. Emotionally Painful.