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Published on: August 1, 2026

Woman Charged After Boiling Water Attack at Taco Bell

A Tennessee woman was charged after the authorities said a co-worker suffered serious burns when boiling water was allegedly thrown on him during an incident at a fast-food restaurant.

The incident happened on July 18 at a Taco Bell in Memphis. According to investigators, the victim sustained second-degree burns to his arms, legs, groin, and stomach after the hot water was thrown on him. He later underwent surgery to treat his injuries.

Police said the victim told them he and the woman had been joking around before the situation suddenly escalated. He allegedly admitted that he had hidden her work iPad as a prank after she threw away his shirt but said he did not believe she would act on a threat to burn him.

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Published on: July 24, 2026

Three Teens Arrested in Acid Attack

by Staycie R. Sena

A recent sulfuric acid attack in Jersey City, New Jersey, left six people injured after the authorities said the incident was allegedly connected to an earlier dispute involving a larger group.

According to investigators, three women and three teenage girls were standing together shortly after 7 p.m. on June 15 when the suspects, who were reportedly riding on a moped, allegedly approached and threw what the authorities said was believed to be sulfuric acid before leaving the area. Investigators said the attack was considered targeted, although they did not release details about the earlier dispute.

All six alleged victims were taken to a local hospital for treatment. The authorities said the injuries included burns and peeling skin. One 21-year-old alleged victim later required treatment at a burn unit for second-degree burns to her face and scalp. Officials said the injuries were not considered life-threatening, and all six alleged victims were reported to be in stable condition.

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Published on: November 4, 2020

Autistic Man Scalded Two Toddlers

by Staycie R. Sena

A Utah man who reportedly told the authorities that he felt bad about injuring two toddlers by pouring hot water on them is facing charges for allegations of child abuse.

On October 1, 24-year-old Austin Woolsey was reportedly babysitting two toddlers, ages 2 and 3.

While providing care to the youngsters, Woolsey allegedly took hot water and poured it on each of the children, which, according to medical staff, left them covered with second-degree burns.

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