In the spirit of the holiday season, porch piracy is unfortunately on the rise, prompting former NASA engineer and YouTuber, Alex Thompson, to take action. After experiencing a package theft himself last year, he was inspired by the classic film Home Alone to devise a unique plan for revenge. This year, he joined forces with childhood idol, actor Macaulay Culkin, to create an even more potent fart-scented glitter bomb.
Thompson’s initial glitter bomb went viral in 2019, but he later discovered that some of the thieves were aware of his prank. “I take full responsibility for that and will ensure it doesn’t happen again,” he stated. Over the past six months, he meticulously refined his gadget, incorporating features like GPS trackers, multiple smartphones, wide-angle cameras, and an upgraded fart spray that a test subject described as smelling “like real poo.” Notably, Culkin participated in the scent-testing phase, making it a fun collaboration.
The project received sponsorship from Bose, with a cleverly designed package resembling a product box for imaginary “Buzz” headphones—named after the character from Home Alone—adding to the fun. Once the preparations were complete, Thompson sent out ten glitter bombs to volunteers nationwide, who strategically placed them on their porches to lure unsuspecting thieves.
The results were entertaining, with many thieves experiencing the unpleasant combination of mess and odor. One thief, having seen the previous year’s video, quickly caught on, while another attempted to re-gift the stolen package to his girlfriend—a rather awkward situation to explain. There was even a volunteer who decided to keep the glitter bomb for himself, prompting Thompson to send him strange postcards and a Scientology subscription as a form of poetic justice.
On a positive note, honest individuals who returned the packages were rewarded with $400 each, as Thompson recognized the value of their integrity. Overall, this glitter bomb experiment serves as a cautionary tale for potential porch pirates, reminding them that their actions could lead to unexpected consequences.
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In summary, Alex Thompson’s creative revenge against porch thieves not only entertained viewers but also served as a reminder of the importance of honesty. His collaboration with Macaulay Culkin and the innovative use of technology made for a memorable holiday experiment.