California McDonalds boss breaks silence after coworker scalded him with boiling hot oil: One of the hardest things of my life

The manager of a Northern California McDonald’s restaurant is lucky to be alive, speaking out for the first time since a coworker allegedly threw scorching hot oil on him after a shift.Jacob Smith, 20, suffered third-degree burns to his face, neck, hands and shoulders after the alleged attack.He’s currently receiving specialized treatment at UC Davis Medical Center.In a TikTok video, the fast food chain employee said he was “very, very thankful for everyone who’s supported” him after half of his body was scalded in the hot oil attack that scalded half of his body.“It’s been very, very painful,” Smith said with bandages on his arms and neck from his hospital room.“Definitely, one of the hardest things of my life to get through.”“But, I’m very thankful for everything and everyone blew up that GoFundMe.” California's top news, sports and entertainment delivered to your inbox every day.

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Never miss a story “I’m extremely blessed and I feel like one of the luckiest people on earth and I thank everyone for helping me feel that way.And just helping me get through this.”Police said the attack happened May 30 when Smith’s co-worker, 23-year-old Jalani Bluett, allegedly threw the oil.Following the incident, Bluett was reported missing before authorities located him days later and took him into custody, according to CBS News.Smith’s mom, Amber Smith, started the fundraiser for her son that has nearly reached its goal of $200,000 to help with living expenses and medical costs while he is unable to work.“At just 20 years old, Jacob has worked hard to build a future for himself,” Amber wrote.

“He is engaged to be married and has always been responsible, hardworking, and committed to those he loves.”“This unexpected tragedy has created a major setback at a time when he should be look...