Seattle Bikini Espresso Shop Owner Defends Smashing Customer's Windshield

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A Seattle bikini espresso shop owner is standing by her decision to smash a customer's windshield with a hammer after he threw coffee at her during a heated exchange over pricing. The incident, which occurred at Taste of Heaven Espresso, was captured on camera and has since gone viral on social media.

The owner, Emma Lee, 23, explained that the customer had been disrespectful on previous occasions, leading to the confrontation on June 11. The dispute reportedly began over the price of a 32-ounce coffee and a 24-ounce water, which totaled $22.