Police say 33-year-old Nayda Roman pulled an AR‑15-style rifle from her car and pointed it at a KFC employee after becoming frustrated by a drive‑thru delay. Surveillance footage and a photo lineup led investigators to identify and arrest her. Roman now faces a count of first‑degree wanton endangerment, a Class D felony in Kentucky that carries a potential one‑ to five‑year prison term. The charges are allegations and she is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Kentucky Woman Arrested After Allegedly Aiming AR‑15 at KFC Employee Over Drive‑Thru Wait
Nayda Roman
A Kentucky woman has been charged with a felony after police say she removed an AR‑15-style rifle from her vehicle and pointed it at a KFC employee because she was upset about how long her drive‑thru order was taking, according to WKYT‑TV.
What Police Say Happened
Police and local TV reports identify the suspect as 33-year-old Nayda Roman. Investigators say Roman became impatient while waiting at the drive‑thru window and argued with staff. She then pulled out of the lane and drove into the restaurant parking lot.
Once in the parking area, officers allege Roman opened her trunk, removed an AR‑15-style rifle and pointed it at an employee in a threatening manner. She left the scene without receiving her order, WKYT‑TV reports.
Investigation And Arrest
Detectives reviewed the restaurant's surveillance footage and identified Roman as a suspect. The alleged victim later selected her from a photo lineup, and Roman was subsequently arrested, according to the reports.
Charges And Potential Penalty
Roman faces one count of first‑degree wanton endangerment. Under Kentucky law that offense is a Class D felony and carries a possible prison sentence of one to five years if she is convicted.
Note: These details are based on WKYT‑TV reporting and police statements. The charges are allegations; the accused is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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