Maryland deputies reported an incident involving a woman who allegedly displayed a handgun during a confrontation at a Taco Bell. The dispute arose from a delay in her food order. Ashley Andrews, 30, was arrested on June 18 after deputies were dispatched to the Taco Bell in Chester, Maryland, following reports of a customer threatening employees with a firearm, as stated by the Queen Anne’s County Office of the Sheriff.

According to restaurant staff, Andrews grew frustrated over the wait time and challenged employees to confront her outside. She allegedly revealed a handgun beneath her shirt while using threatening language. Upon arrival, deputies detained Andrews and another individual who was involved in the ongoing verbal altercation. Authorities confirmed that a loaded firearm was recovered from Andrews’ possession.

Investigators reviewed surveillance footage and videos captured by an employee, which reportedly corroborated the accounts given by the staff. The footage purportedly shows Andrews displaying the firearm and placing her hand on its grip during the argument.

The incident took place at the Taco Bell located in the Kent Town Market shopping center on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Law enforcement retrieved the loaded weapon from Andrews, confirming the situation’s severity.

Court documentation from Law&Crime reveals Andrews was initially held on a $5,000 bond but secured bail and was released the next day. She faces multiple charges, including second-degree assault, carrying a handgun, disorderly conduct, and reckless endangerment, as detailed by sheriff’s office records. Additionally, Andrews has been banned from the Taco Bell premises.

Andrews is represented by a public defender and has requested a speedy trial. Her court appearance is slated for July. Jasmine Baehr, a breaking news writer for Fox News Digital, reported on these events while covering a range of topics such as politics, military affairs, and legal matters related to family policy, faith, and culture.