Full Breakdown
Edinburgh Bagpiper Incident Sparks Nationwide Fundraiser
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Core Incident
On Saturday 19 September, 12-year-old Elliot Wilson was busking on the bagpipes in Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh, when a group of young people following TikTok and YouTube influencer J2hundred surrounded him. Elliot reported that a member of the group sprayed liquid onto his instrument and pipe case, ruining the case and leaving his kilt soaked and in need of dry-cleaning. He said he received no apology from J2hundred.
Fundraising Response
Following the incident, Elliot and his mother Lynsey launched a crowdfunding campaign to cover the cost of a replacement pipe case and the cleaning of the kilt. The fundraiser quickly surpassed its initial £2,000 milestone and reached its £17,000 target within a few days. Any surplus will be donated to Elliot’s pipe band, which he says comprises 96 members and incurs significant travel expenses for competitions.
Family and Community Reaction
She noted that numerous people have offered to accompany Elliot on future busking outings and that several individuals have pledged to busk alongside him to help restore his confidence.
Background & Context
J2hundred is a social-media personality with a sizable youth following who frequently livestreams his movements. According to witnesses, the influencer directs his followers to locations where they gather and record interactions, a practice that has drawn criticism for encouraging confrontational behavior.
Data & Statistics
- Date of incident: 19 September (occurred)
- Fundraising goal reached: £17,000
- Initial milestone: £2,000 (passed Monday)
- Elliot’s age: 12
- Pipe band size: 96 members
Official Statements & Responses
Elliot stated that he had not received an apology from J2hundred and emphasized that the fundraiser would first address the damaged equipment before supporting his band.
Social-media influencer Dazza (TikTok handle @yerboidazza) contacted the family after the incident and helped set up the crowdfunding page.
Police Scotland have been approached for comment but have not issued a statement at the time of reporting.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Thank you to Dazza for raising awareness of what happened in such an articulate way. Your amazing Glasgow humour helped show J2 up for what he is, and I'm grateful you helped people understand what happened.” — Images Elliot
What’s Next
No further actions have been announced. The family awaits any response from J2hundred and continues to monitor the situation while focusing on Elliot’s return to public performances.
