A Starbucks employee in Mobile, Alabama, was left needing stitches and vaccinations after an unusual encounter during her shift.
Picture this: a typical day at Starbucks turns into a scene straight out of a slapstick comedy when a customer’s pet monkey jumps through the drive-thru window and bites an unsuspecting employee. That’s exactly what happened in Mobile, Alabama, when a Starbucks worker found herself in an unexpected confrontation with a monkey fresh from the jungle—or, more accurately, fresh from a car. Talk about getting more than just a latte!
The incident occurred on January 10, leaving the employee with bites on her hands and a cut on her ear that needed stitches. One brave co-worker managed to pry the pesky primate away, while the monkey’s owner, Tammy Elaine Gardner, had the audacity to discuss the incident but not leave any contact information. It sounds like someone could be facing some serious charges from the Mobile Police Department, which was quick to dive into the monkey business.
Soon after the chaos, the monkey was given a clean health bill, showing how lucky Gardner was that her pet didn’t come in with any ailments. It’s clear that this drive-thru routine got a little out of hand, but how many mornings have we faced unexpected surprises? Maybe next time, just stick to the humans in the car!
Honestly, when life throws you a monkey at the Starbucks drive-thru, there’s only one thing to do: keep your cool and remember that not all coffee runs come with a side of adrenaline. Next time you’re in line for your coffee fix, just hope no wild animals decide to join the party!
