A tragic incident at a 7-Eleven store in California has led to the death of a 24-year-old employee, Jessica McLaughlin, after a physical altercation with her manager escalated into fatal consequences. What seemed to be a routine day at work turned into a nightmare for Jessica, her family, and her colleagues.
The Fatal Incident
On July 2, Jessica McLaughlin passed away after being kept on life support for several days following an alleged attack by her manager. The incident took place when a dispute between Jessica and the female manager reportedly escalated. According to Jessica’s family, the manager physically restrained Jessica by pulling her hair and sitting on her with her full body weight, preventing her from breathing.
Jessica’s brother, Sean McLaughlin, described the horrifying scene on a GoFundMe page set up for the family. “She held her down, sat on top of her, and didn’t let her breathe,” Sean wrote. Some coworkers attempted to intervene, but according to Sean, they were also attacked by the manager. Eventually, Jessica managed to break free but collapsed shortly after and was unable to breathe.
A Desperate Attempt to Save Jessica
After Jessica collapsed, her colleagues attempted to perform CPR, but the situation was dire. Sean’s post continued, describing the emotional aftermath: “She wasn’t breathing, and we were left in shock as we tried everything we could to save her.”
However, the family claims that when the manager realized the severity of the situation, she ran to the back room in an attempt to delete the store’s security footage. The manager then fled the scene on a bike, leaving behind the tragic consequences of her actions.
Jessica’s family stayed by her side while she was on life support, praying for a miracle. However, the damage caused by a lack of oxygen to her brain was too severe, and after seeking second opinions, the family had to make the painful decision to let her go.
Police Investigation
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) confirmed that they were called to the scene and found Jessica unconscious on the floor. In their official statement, they mentioned that a verbal altercation between two women escalated into a physical confrontation. Investigators have obtained video footage of the incident but have not released it to the public at this time.
In the wake of Jessica’s death, the LAPD has launched a homicide investigation. As of now, no arrests have been made, and the case remains under investigation.
7-Eleven’s Response
7-Eleven has expressed its commitment to fully cooperating with law enforcement officials. The company has yet to make an official statement on the specific actions taken regarding the employee involved in the incident.
Jessica’s tragic death has brought to light the importance of ensuring safety and conflict resolution in the workplace. The incident has left her family devastated and seeking justice for what they believe was an unjust and preventable tragedy.
The McLaughlin family has asked for support during this difficult time as they mourn the loss of their beloved daughter, sister, and friend.
