A disgruntled former employee of a Tennessee hemp store has been charged with aggravated assault, harassment, vandalism, and computer offenses following a violent outburst at his former workplace. Christopher Guest, 38, allegedly went on a rampage at the Snapdragon Hemp store in Red Bank, Tennessee, after being fired for aggressive behavior toward colleagues. The incident, which took place on May 28, 2025, was caught on video and has since led to serious legal consequences for Guest.
The Violent Outburst
According to a police report obtained by local ABC affiliate WTVC, Guest stormed into the store after learning he had been fired over the phone. The report describes how Guest immediately knocked over a display that contained bottles of beverages and began shouting threats, saying things like, “I don’t give a f—, I’ve been to prison, I f—ing stab people.” He allegedly told those in the store that he was “waiting for them” — referring to employees who had reportedly complained about him — so he could “whoop every one of their got d— a—es.”
The situation escalated when Guest, in an attempt to cause more damage, picked up the display he had knocked over and slammed it to the ground. Police say he then threatened to stab one of the employees who tried to calm him down, shouting, “I’m going to stab that motherf—er.”
More Disturbing Behavior
Guest’s destructive behavior didn’t end there. The police report also details how Guest walked to the store’s security camera and taunted it, screaming, “Pull the cameras now you stupid f—, I’m going to f—ing hunt you down.” The outburst was not just physical; it also included an online attack on the store’s Facebook page.
Guest allegedly hacked into the store’s Facebook account and posted derogatory images of the store’s owner, along with his home address and a disturbing photo of a man being gunned down. The caption next to the photo read, “See what you made me do.” Guest is also accused of locking the store’s employees out of the Facebook account, preventing them from regaining access.
Background on Guest’s Behavior
Before the rampage, multiple employees, managers, and even customers had complained about Guest’s disrespectful and aggressive behavior while working at the hemp shop. He was reportedly known for picking fights and making others uncomfortable, which ultimately led to his firing. The exact date of his termination has not been clarified, but it occurred before the alleged attack on May 28.
Charges and Legal Consequences
Following the incident, Guest was arrested and charged with several offenses, including aggravated assault, harassment, malicious mischief, vandalism, and computer offenses. His violent actions, both in-person and online, have resulted in serious legal consequences that could lead to significant time behind bars.
This disturbing incident serves as a reminder of the potential for workplace conflicts to escalate into violent outbursts. Christopher Guest’s actions have left a lasting impact on the Snapdragon Hemp store and its employees, and he now faces multiple charges that could result in a lengthy prison sentence. The incident is also a cautionary tale about the potential dangers of online harassment and the consequences of hacking into personal accounts.
