You may have come across the name Karley Gerbenskey in recent headlines. She is a business owner based in Tampa, Florida. There’s been controversy, arrest reports, social media uproar, and conflicting claims about her business and finances. In this article, I’m going to walk you through everything that is publicly known: who she is, what she owns, what’s alleged, and what we do know from records. I aim to give you clarity, not rumors.
Early Life & Background
One challenge here: reliable information on Gerbenskey’s early life is limited in public sources. Her LinkedIn profile shows she has professional experience, but it does not deeply detail her childhood, schooling, or where she grew up.
What is clearer: she is active in Tampa, Florida. She owns or manages businesses there. That suggests she has been local for some time or has chosen Tampa as her base. Because many of the news items relate to her business as a salon owner, it seems her career has moved from something earlier (possibly real estate, or property management) to beauty services.
Business Ventures
Gerbenskey is connected to Blown Away Tampa, LLC, and she is listed in corporate registration records in Florida. The address listed is 4102-2 W Boy Scout Blvd, Tampa, FL 33607.
She is also associated with Blo Blow Dry Bar in Tampa. Many of the controversy stories refer to her as Owner of Blo Blow Dry Bar Tampa. These businesses are in the beauty / hair salon domain, providing styling and blow dry services.
As per filings, her company (Blown Away Tampa LLC) is active. Florida state records show her as an authorized person or manager in that LLC.
The Incident(s)
Several news sources and social media posts report that Karley Gerbenskey was arrested or detained in connection with DUI (driving under influence), resisting arrest, and battery on a law enforcement officer.
Some of the reported details:
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The stop by Tampa Police Department in September (or around that time) on suspicion of DUI.
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Allegations of resisting arrest.
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Alleged battery on an officer.
These incidents appear to have been widely shared on social media and have led to significant public commentary. Some posts also claim that she deactivated social media accounts or cleaned up content.
As with many controversies, there is a mixture of media reporting, video or bodycam content (alleged), and statements from public records. In many cases, the exact timeline, legal outcomes (e.g. court decisions), or official statements are less clear or not fully documented in public sources.
Public Image & Controversy
The coverage surrounding Gerbenskey is not just about the legal aspect: it also digs into character, public persona, income claims, and behavior during the events.
Some of the narratives people are sharing:
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She “claims” a net income of $700,000/year, which many find surprising or doubt.
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Social media users have criticized her for how she behaved during the interactions with police. Some videos or reports show heated arguments or upset behavior.
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There are accusations that she removed or deactivated social media content after the controversy.
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Some people are questioning whether her business practices or how she presents herself (on social media) match the reality of the corporate filings, employee numbers, or income claims.
On the flip side, there is less verifiable public defense or detailed statements from her (as of the sources I found). There are no widely cited court documents in the sources I reviewed that fully resolve all the allegations. That doesn’t mean they don’t exist; just that they weren’t obvious in what I found.
Net Worth & Claims
One of the most talked-about claims is that Karley Gerbenskey makes $700,000/year.
Here are some considerations:
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Income claims often come from media interviews or social media statements. They may not always match up with legally filed financial documents (tax filings, business profits vs owner’s salary, expenses, etc.).
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Being owner of a business does not automatically mean personal profit is equal to business revenue. There are overhead costs, employees, rent, taxes etc.
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As far as I could find, public business registration (the LLC filings) affirm that her company is active, but do not (publicly) show profit, salary, or net worth.
Because of that, while the $700,000 number gets repeated, there is no strong, independently verified evidence in the public domain (in what I saw) that it is accurate or represents net income rather than revenue or gross income.
Legal & Corporate Records
Looking into public, legal records is helpful, since they tend to be more reliable than rumors or social media.
Here’s what is known:
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Blown Away Tampa LLC is registered in Florida, with Gerbenskey as manager / authorized person.
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The address is as noted: 4102-2 W Boy Scout Blvd, Tampa, FL 33607.
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The LLC is active, meaning filings are up to date (annual reports etc.).
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There are other filings / registrations for her name in connection to the business.
What remains unclear (from what I saw):
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Final legal status of the criminal charges (if she was convicted, plea deals, or case dropped)
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Details of financial statements beyond filings (e.g. profit & loss, personal compensation)
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Any lawsuits beyond the criminal or arrest allegations
Analysis: What This Means
Putting all of this together, what can one reasonably conclude — and what should be treated with caution?
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Reputation is at risk
Because the allegations are public, as is her identity, there will be reputational effects. People associate business owners with their personal behavior, especially in high-visibility professions (salons, customer service, etc.). Public perception, fair or not, matters. -
Claims vs. evidence
Gross income or revenue claims tend to get repeated in the media, but without independent verification, they remain claims. Listeners/readers should treat them skeptically, especially when business costs are not known. -
Legal unresolved matters
Until court documents or legal filings are reviewed, some allegations may be accurate, some may be exaggerated. There is potential for misinformation. It’s possible that parts of the story are incomplete or not yet adjudicated. -
Business risk
Legal issues, negative publicity, and social media backlash can impact a business: loss of customers, employee turnover, regulatory scrutiny. If a salon is seen as unprofessional or embroiled in legal trouble, that could damage future growth or partnerships. -
Importance of transparency
This case highlights why public figures or business owners benefit from clarity: responding to allegations, making accurate public statements, using corporate records to back claims. Without transparency, rumors fill the gaps.
Conclusion
Karley Gerbenskey is a business owner in Tampa with active registered companies in the beauty/salon space. She has come into the public eye primarily due to arrest reports involving DUI, resisting arrest, battery on an officer, and ensuing social media controversy. She has made claims about high income, though public records do not conclusively support all of those claims. The legal status of many allegations remains unclear in public sources.
What is clear: she has both opportunity and risk. How she handles the controversy, what emerges legally, and what evidence is produced will shape how her reputation and business endure. For anyone following her story, it’s important to check official documents, court records, and credible media rather than assume that everything being said online is accurate.
FAQ
Here are some common questions with the best answers based on the public record:
Q: Is Karley Gerbenskey convicted of DUI / battery on officer?
A: As of the latest sources I found, there is no confirmed public record (in what I reviewed) showing final convictions or sentencing. Some reports say she was arrested; others are ambiguous about outcomes.
Q: What is her business name(s)?
A: She is connected to Blown Away Tampa, LLC, and is also referred to as the owner of Blo Blow Dry Bar Tampa.
Q: Where is her business located?
A: Corporate filings list 4102-2 W Boy Scout Blvd, Tampa, FL 33607 for Blown Away Tampa, LLC.
Q: Does she really make $700,000 per year?
A: She is quoted as claiming that, but there is no solid, public documentation seen so far that backs this up fully. It may refer to revenue rather than profit.
Q: What should people watch for in this case?
A: Watch court documents, official statements, financial disclosures. Also how the business responds, whether there are customer reviews or employee statements. Public perception tends to follow how transparent and credible someone acts.
