In a bizarre and controversial case, a 17-year-old boy who allegedly tried to set a salon on fire ended up burning himself — and now his mother is suing the salon for $2 million. The story has sparked outrage and disbelief, with many questioning how a business could be held responsible for injuries caused during an attempted crime.
According to surveillance footage, the teen was seen approaching the salon late at night with what appeared to be flammable liquid. Moments later, a flash of fire erupted, engulfing him in flames. The incident left him with serious burns, and he was rushed to the hospital for treatment. What shocked many, however, was what happened next: instead of facing only criminal charges, his family filed a multimillion-dollar lawsuit against the very business he allegedly tried to destroy.
The lawsuit claims that the salon failed to maintain proper safety measures, including “flammable material storage and outdoor lighting,” which the mother argues contributed to the severity of her son’s injuries. “My son made a mistake, but businesses have a responsibility to protect people from foreseeable harm — even those making bad choices,” her attorney stated.
The salon’s owners, however, are fighting back, calling the lawsuit “absurd and insulting.” They argue that they are the true victims in this case, having nearly lost their business and livelihood to the attempted arson. “We didn’t set him on fire,” the owner said in an interview. “He tried to burn us down, and now we’re being dragged to court as if we’re the criminals.”
Public reaction has been overwhelmingly against the lawsuit. Social media erupted with angry comments, with many accusing the family of trying to cash in on their son’s reckless actions. “This is beyond ridiculous,” one commenter wrote. “You can’t sue a business because your kid got hurt committing a crime.” Another added, “What’s next? Suing a bank because you cut yourself breaking in?”
Legal experts note that while the lawsuit may sound outrageous, cases like this are not unheard of. Courts have occasionally seen claims filed by individuals injured while committing crimes, though such lawsuits rarely succeed. “It’s an uphill battle,” one attorney explained. “Judges and juries are generally not sympathetic when the plaintiff is caught red-handed trying to destroy property.”
Meanwhile, the teen still faces potential criminal charges for attempted arson, which could result in probation or jail time depending on the outcome of the investigation. His family insists the lawsuit is about “accountability,” but critics say it’s a blatant attempt to shift blame.
As the case heads toward court, one thing is certain: this story has become a lightning rod for debate over personal responsibility versus business liability. Should companies be forced to pay for injuries caused by criminals on their property, or should the blame rest entirely on those who commit the crime?
For now, the salon owners remain determined to fight back, while the teen’s mother continues to push her $2 million claim. The outcome could set a precedent — but no matter the verdict, this case has already left the public stunned.
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