Jalani Bluett Jailed Without Bail After Allegedly Burning 20-Year-Old McDonald's Coworker
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Updated · KCRA Sacramento · Jun 6
Jalani Bluett Jailed Without Bail After Allegedly Burning 20-Year-Old McDonald's Coworker
3 articles · Updated · KCRA Sacramento · Jun 6
Summary
Jacob Smith, 20, remained in UC Davis' ICU burn unit nearly a week after police said coworker Jalani Bluett threw hot liquid on him at a Yuba City McDonald's.
Smith suffered burns to his face, neck, right arm and back, and his family said doctors are trying to limit the damage to avoid skin grafts while managing pain severe enough to require ICU-level treatment.
Police said Bluett left the restaurant after the Saturday night attack and was later arrested by Sutter County deputies; he faces multiple felony charges and was being held without bail as of Friday.
Smith is expected to undergo surgery next week, while his family said the motive remains unclear and has launched a GoFundMe as they brace for an uncertain recovery.