19-Year-Old Maryland Hairstylist Convicted And Face 10 Years Prison After Dragging 15-Year-Old Girl Across Salon Floor
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND — A 19-year-old Maryland hairstylist who went viral after a disturbing video showed her dragging a 15-year-old client across the floor of her salon has officially been convicted of assault, and now faces up to 10 years in prison, according to court documents and local reports.
The video — which has gained more than 54 million views online — captured the young stylist pulling the teenage girl by her hair and dragging her several feet across the salon’s floor during a violent outburst that shocked viewers nationwide.
Disturbing Incident Caught on Camera
The viral clip, first shared in 2023, begins with a heated verbal argument between the stylist and her underage client. Moments later, it escalates as the hairstylist grabs the girl by her hair, throws her to the floor, and drags her toward the door while yelling.
Other individuals in the salon can be heard shouting in the background as the girl pleads for the assault to stop. The incident quickly spread online, prompting widespread condemnation and a call for accountability.
Court Conviction and Possible Sentence
Following an investigation, prosecutors charged the hairstylist with second-degree assault and child abuse. During trial, her defense argued that she acted in self-defense, claiming the teenager had become combative.
However, jurors disagreed after viewing the video evidence, finding the hairstylist guilty of assault earlier this week. She now faces a potential 10-year prison sentence, with a formal sentencing hearing scheduled in the coming weeks.
Public Outrage and Reaction
The incident drew outrage across social media platforms, with many calling it one of the most disturbing examples of violence in a service setting. Commenters expressed concern over the lack of professionalism and accountability in small business environments involving minors.
“The video made me sick to my stomach,” one viewer wrote. “There’s no excuse for that kind of behavior toward a child.”
The teen victim reportedly suffered bruises and emotional trauma from the assault and has been receiving ongoing counseling.
Hairstylist Speaks Out After Conviction
In a recent interview with FOX 5 DC, the hairstylist said she regretted how the situation unfolded but claimed the online reaction “made things worse.” She described the fallout from the viral attention as “life-changing,” acknowledging that her business reputation and career have been destroyed.
Legal analysts say this case highlights how quickly violent altercations caught on video can lead to criminal prosecution — especially when minors are involved and the footage garners widespread attention.
The hairstylist remains free on bond but could face a decade behind bars if given the maximum sentence.
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