ATLANTA – Social media personality Mercedes Reshard New, also known as “Shawty Dred,” who boasts 2 million Instagram followers, was arrested on federal charges for fraudulently obtaining more than $4 million in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. “Dred, allegedly stole over $4 million meant for poor families who need help putting food on the … Continue reading Social Media Personality Shawty Dred Indicted for $4 Million SNAP Fraud Scheme