Overview
- The assault occurred on Nov. 4 at the McDonald’s at 3700 Dixie Highway in Buena Vista Township during a dispute over a canceled online order and refund for two sandwiches.
- Video captured the customer removing the lid and throwing hot coffee as she shouted an expletive-laced phrase; the manager suffered minor burns to her back and arm and was not hospitalized.
- After police posted the footage, roughly 100 tips identified a 48-year-old woman within minutes, but officers say they have not yet located her.
- Police submitted paperwork to the Saginaw County Prosecutor seeking felonious assault charges, and multiple outlets report a warrant has been issued as the search continues.
- Investigators have not formally released the suspect’s name pending arraignment, and officials note Michigan can treat hot liquid as a harmful substance in aggravated assault cases carrying potential prison time of up to around four years.