Sisters, including one who was 9 months pregnant, stab restaurant worker after getting wrong food order, prosecutors say

Two sisters, Brianna and Kierianna Long, were arrested after allegedly stabbing a restaurant worker in Detroit on May 30. According to the Detroit Police Department, the dispute began over a wrong food order and escalated into a violent assault that left the victim requiring surgery.

How did the restaurant dispute lead to surgery?

The incident began when Brianna and Kierianna Long received the wrong food order. According to police, the sisters argued with the worker, moved behind the counter, and began assaulting her.

Prosecutors claim the sisters attempted to throw hot grease at the worker and chased her through the restaurant while throwing pots and pans. WDIV reported that one sister allegedly told the worker, “I’m going to kill you.”

Authorities stated the worker threw items back at the sisters, including a knife that resulted in the worker being stabbed in the stomach. The victim allegedly hid in a stranger’s car to seek help before being taken to a local hospital for surgery, WDIV reported.

Did You Know? Brianna Long was nine months pregnant during the alleged stabbing and gave birth four days before her arraignment.

What medical and legal factors affected the case?

During the arraignment, Brianna Long informed the judge she had a 4-day-old baby at home and maintained her innocence, WDIV reported. The judge expressed concern that a wrong food order could lead to such a violent assault.

Kierianna and Brianna Long Case: Detroit Restaurant Attack Charges

Defense counsel for Brianna Long argued that the worker threw items at the sisters first. The attorney stated the worker told the sisters they “don’t give a f—” about the incorrect order, according to WDIV.

Expert Insight: Samantha Carter notes that the inclusion of charges such as “assault with intent to murder” alongside “great bodily harm” indicates the prosecution is focusing on the severity of the stomach wound and the alleged verbal threats to establish a high level of criminal intent.

What are the current legal charges?

Both sisters are charged with assault with intent to murder, assault with a dangerous weapon, and assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder. They allegedly drove away from the scene before being taken into custody.

The court set a $25,000 cash bond for Brianna Long. Kierianna Long was given a $100,000 cash bond.

Future legal proceedings may involve the presentation of evidence regarding who initiated the physical struggle. A possible next step could include testimony from the stranger whose car provided refuge to the victim.

Frequently Asked Questions

When did the stabbing occur?
The incident happened on May 30.

What specific injuries did the worker sustain?
The worker was stabbed in the stomach and required surgery at a local hospital, according to WDIV.

What are the bond amounts for the two sisters?
Brianna Long was given a $25,000 cash bond, and Kierianna Long was given a $100,000 cash bond.

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