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- Pregnant woman and sister allegedly stab restaurant worker and throw hot oil over wrong order (themirror.com)
In Detroit, Michigan, a disturbing incident unfolded at a local chicken restaurant on May 30, involving two sisters allegedly assaulting an employee over an incorrect order. Prosecutors report that 29-year-old Brianna Long, who was pregnant at the time, and her 26-year-old sister, Kierianna Long, rushed behind the counter and launched an attack on the 23-year-old staff member.
According to the allegations, the sisters chased the employee through the restaurant, striking her with cookware and even attempting to pour hot cooking oil on her head. During the altercation, one sister was reportedly heard threatening, “I’m going to kill you.”
The situation escalated when Kierianna allegedly stabbed the worker in the abdomen. The injured employee managed to escape and sought refuge in a stranger’s car while calling for help.
Emergency responders transported the victim to a hospital where she underwent surgery. Both Brianna and Kierianna Long have pleaded not guilty to charges including assault with intent to murder, intent to cause great bodily harm less than murder, and assault with a dangerous weapon.
In court, the sisters’ defense attorneys challenged the prosecution’s account, claiming the employee provoked the confrontation by dismissively saying she didn’t care about the order mistake. They also allege that the employee threw knives at the sisters. Notably, Brianna Long gave birth to her child just four days before her first court appearance and maintained her innocence, emphasizing her responsibility as a new mother.
The sisters remain in custody on bonds set at $25,000 for Brianna and $100,000 for Kierianna.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns about safety for fast-food workers across the United States. Despite the year being 2026, frontline employees continue to face significant risks, with many assaults and violent encounters stemming from disputes over orders, financial stresses, and enforcement of store policies. These challenges disproportionately affect young and vulnerable workers in the industry.