The estranged father of bullied boy Keaton Jones, who's tearful video went viral earlier this week, has been revealed as having white supremacist links and is currently in jail for assault.
According to court documents obtained by TMZ, his father, Shawn White, was jailed in May 2015 for violating conditionsof his parole in relation to a 2012 assault charge.
While it's understood Keaton does not have a relationship with his father, a series of photos shared by White on Facebook have caused further controversy for Jones and his family. Concerns have also been raised over the boy's mother and racist remarks made on her social media pages.
Fun Fact: #KeatonJones father is a member of the Aryan Circle, one of the largest white supremacist prison gangs in the country. These are members (along with the dad) throwing up their gang signs. But I'm sure they are just "joking" and being "ironic"--@tariqnasheed@JoyAnnReidpic.twitter.com/VUh90ODHbK
— Covfefe "Shecky" Jones- King Of Shade👑 #BBQAnon🌊 (@King_Of_Shade) December 13, 2017
White shared images on the social media site displaying tattoos that say "Pure Breed" and "White Pride", as well as an image wearing a Nazi SS hooded sweatshirt.
He also has a "CWB" tattoo, understood to be an acronym for "Crazy White Boy" gang.
In another image, White poses with other males who are all performing the hand signal of the Aryan circle, a large white supremacist gang within the US prison system.
According to the court documents, it is understood White is set for release as early as next year.
The revelations have come just days after Jones mother was accused of racism after photos emerged on her with a Confederate flag.
Celebrities have shown their support for the young boy, who is set to attend several events with his new famous friends in the coming months.
Stay strong, Keaton. Don’t let them make you turn cold. I promise it gets better. While those punks at your school are deciding what kind of people they want to be in this world, how would you and your mom like to come to the Avengers premiere in LA next year? https://t.co/s1QwCQ3toi
