A shocking incident at a Qdoba restaurant in Indiana has led to multiple felony charges after four women were accused of violently attacking a pregnant employee and allegedly attempting to stab her in the stomach.
According to Fox 59, the altercation happened at a Qdoba location in Fishers, Indiana, after a dispute reportedly connected to a personal relationship escalated inside the restaurant. Investigators say the women entered the employee area behind the counter and assaulted the pregnant worker during the confrontation.
Authorities allege one of the suspects attempted to stab the victim in her stomach while she tried to defend herself. The employee reportedly suffered injuries to her hands during the attack while protecting herself and her unborn child.
The four women identified in court documents are Aniyah Gooch, Dajah Gooch, Armoniah Malone, and Darrique Jackson. Prosecutors say two of the women are facing charges including battery with a deadly weapon and battery resulting in injury to a pregnant woman. The other two suspects also face charges connected to the attack.
The disturbing case has gained national attention after reports surfaced claiming some of the suspects later celebrated the assault on social media. Investigators are continuing to review evidence connected to the incident.
The victim’s condition and the condition of her unborn child have not been fully detailed publicly, but the case has sparked outrage online, with many people calling for justice and stronger protections for workers facing violence on the job.
The investigation remains ongoing, and officials say additional details could be released as court proceedings continue.
