InvestigateTV+: Pricey, painful process of removing tattoos

(InvestigateTV) — InvestigateTV+ explores why more people are experiencing tattoo regret and the pricey and painful process of removing ink.

Then, a teacher’s terrible night became an even costlier ordeal when he says police lost his property and wouldn’t pay him back.

We expose what happened and millions of dollars in similar claims. Plus, we meet an educator inspired to make a world of difference.

Tattoo regret drives growing demand for laser removal services

The meaning behind a tattoo can be personal, permanent and sometimes impulsive, but a growing number of people are experiencing tattoo regret and seeking costly removal procedures.

“We’re seeing a much younger crowd trying to get tattoo removal than we ever had before,” Abbie Woodard, owner of Louisiana Laserderm, said.

According to a Pew Research Center survey, one-third of Americans said they have a tattoo and 22% said they have more than one. The most common tattoo designs among Americans are initials, symbols and floral patterns.

Hundreds of claims filed against Atlanta police for lost, damaged property

s after he said police lost his car key during an arrest, forcing him to spend hundreds of dollars on ride-sharing services just to get to work.

Taj Jackson, a science teacher, said the missing key came at the worst possible time during his summer employment.

“I was working a summer job, a summer science camp, and I was really excited about it,” Jackson said. “It gave me a lot of anxiety about my professional relationship and reputation.”

In June, Atlanta police arrested Jackson for driving with a suspended license and for being in a city park after hours. Five days later, he went to B&L Wrecker Service and Impound to retrieve his vehicle. The car was there, but his key wasn’t.

How to spot party rental scams that could target your family with fake deals

Martha Cavazos couldn’t wait to celebrate her daughter’s 15th birthday. She was planning a surprise with an inflatable double water slide and an inflatable bull for the party.

“I texted a whole bunch of other party rentals, and that one replied to me right away,” she said.

Cavazos paid a $150 deposit, but the morning of the party, she was ghosted.

“I text them, ‘Hey, what’s going on? What’s the ETA?’ No response, not even to look at the message. I waited another hour. I texted again, ‘Hey, what’s going on,’ and they didn’t reply,” Cavazos said. “At that time, I was like I don’t think they’re coming through. I think I’ve been scammed.”

The Better Business Bureau has received reports of equipment rental and party planning scams on its scam tracker.

How this teacher spreads kindness beyond the classroom walls

Arlene Cary teaches P.E. during the week at St. Joseph Catholic School and leads Aqua Zumba classes at the YMCA on Saturdays. She also volunteers with Sports Backer’s run club, helping children train for a 10K mini marathon.

“I kind of wear a lot of hats,” Cary said.

Dylan Taylor, a former middle school science and history teacher at St. Joseph, said Cary made a lasting impact during his two years at the school.

“She always puts others before herself,” Taylor said. “She is one of the most selfless and humble people I’ve ever met.”

Taylor said Cary provided support during a difficult personal period in his life.

“I went through a rough spot with some personal stuff, and she was probably my best friend to have here at the school during that time,” Taylor said.