The woman who went viral as the “Brick Lady” after claiming she was attacked in Houston has officially learned her fate!

😳 The Viral Story That Started It All

Back in 2023, Roda Osman made headlines nationwide after posting videos claiming she was hit in the face with a brick by a man outside a Houston bar — allegedly for refusing to give him her number. The graphic clips quickly spread across social media, sparking outrage and conversations about violence against women.

Her story pulled in major sympathy and led to a GoFundMe campaign that raised 42,302 of dollars in donations from supporters who wanted to help her recover.

🕵🏾‍♀️ But Then the Story Took a Turn

Not long after the incident went viral, investigators began to raise questions. Houston police said there was no record or evidence of a brick attack — no witnesses, no medical reports, and no suspects matching her claims.

Authorities alleged that Roda made up the entire story to collect money through her fundraiser, sparking an online debate about accountability and internet scams.

According to Fox News, surveillance video showed Roda getting into a verbal and physical altercation with a man. She is seen hitting the man in the face with an unknown object first, he then hit her in the face with what appeared to be a water bottle. Prosecutors issued details of the lead detective’s theory that Osman then fell to the ground, and while intoxicated, appeared to hit her face on the car door frame, reports Click 2 Houston.

⚖️ The Sentencing

According to recent court documents, Roda has now been sentenced in connection with GoFundMe theft charges. Prosecutors confirmed she misused funds that were collected under false pretenses.

A jury in Harris County found Osman guilty of theft of property by deception for soliciting and receiving donations based on a false claim. She was sentenced to 10 years of probation, with conditions that include a social-media ban and GPS monitoring.

💬 The Internet Reacts

Social media didn’t hold back once news of the sentencing dropped. Many users who originally supported the viral fundraiser expressed anger and disappointment, while others pointed out how cases like this make it harder for real victims to get help online.

💭 What This Means

The “Brick Lady” case is a reminder of how fast misinformation can spread — and how social media sympathy can quickly turn into skepticism. What started as a story about gender-based violence ended as a lesson regarding online trust and accountability.