McDonald’s worker, 15, left with fractured skull after adult male with rap sheet stomps her during brawl

Aryiah Lynch, 15

A violent altercation at a McDonald’s restaurant near St. Louis led to the brutal assault of a 15-year-old employee by a man with a history of criminal behavior. Johnny Ricks, 25, was arrested for assaulting the teen, dragging her by her hair, slamming her head into the concrete, and inflicting serious injuries.

The victim, Aryiah Lynch, suffered severe physical harm, including a fractured skull, broken nose, and damage to her frontal lobe. Her family set up a GoFundMe page to cover her medical expenses, emphasizing the traumatic impact of the incident on their lives.

Aryiah Lynch, 15, suffered a concussion, a fractured skull, a broken nose and damage to her frontal lobe. She has since been released from the hospital and hopes to return to work soon.

The disturbing assault, captured on video, sparked outrage and calls for harsh charges against Ricks. The altercation began when Ricks and his group disrupted the restaurant, escalating to a brawl that spilled into the parking lot. Ricks, displaying extreme aggression, targeted Lynch in a reprehensible act of violence.

The community rallied around Lynch, contributing to her recovery fund and demanding justice for the senseless attack. Ricks, with a history of criminal offenses, faces serious charges and remains in custody pending legal proceedings.

dispute at the drive-thru window led to an all-out brawl in the parking lot in which multiple adults engaged in a violent fracas. Ricks (right), was seen stomping his foot on the helpless teen's skull.

Local authorities, including the St. Louis County Police, are actively investigating the incident, seeking additional witnesses and pursuing leads to ensure all responsible parties are held accountable.

Johnny Ricks, 25, viciously attacked a 15-year-old female McDonald's worker in unincorporated St. Louis County on April 7, police say.

Jimmy Williams, the McDonald’s franchise owner, expressed concern for the safety of employees and customers, affirming their cooperation with law enforcement to address workplace violence effectively.

As the case progresses, Lynch and her family are focused on healing and rebuilding their lives, hoping for swift justice and a safer environment for all.