A viral video captures a bikini barista smashing a customer’s windshield with a hammer after he threw drinks and allegedly made threats in South Seattle, Washington. The incident occurred at Taste of Heaven Espresso, where the customer became enraged over the price of his 32-ounce coffee and 24-ounce water, totaling about $22.
Emma Lee, the owner and sole employee, said the man escalated the situation after seeing the prices clearly listed. Other customers tried to calm him for about 10 minutes, but he continued to scream, spit, and try to pry open the window. The man allegedly threatened Lee, saying, “Nobody’s going to miss you,” which she perceived as a serious threat.
After the customer threw drinks at her, Lee responded by grabbing a hammer and smashing his windshield. Surveillance video of the confrontation can be seen here. Lee defended her actions, stating she felt in danger and acted in self-defense.
Lee called the police, who arrived and made the customer leave. No arrests were made, but Lee filed charges for misdemeanor assault. The customer is banned from the coffee stand and may take Lee to small claims court over the smashed windshield.
Lee emphasized women’s right to defend themselves, saying, “Women have the right to defend themselves in situations they definitely should’ve and could have.”
