A late-night food delivery turned into a terrifying ordeal for an Indiana couple, leaving them violently ill and sparking a criminal investigation. Mark and his wife began experiencing intense burning sensations moments after receiving their DoorDash order, a discomfort that quickly escalated into vomiting and a desperate search for answers.
Their search led them to their doorbell camera, revealing a shocking scene: the delivery driver, identified as Kourtney N. Stevenson, seemingly spraying a substance directly onto their food. The footage showed Stevenson taking a photo of the delivered order, then deliberately aiming and discharging a spray before walking away.
Authorities quickly connected Stevenson to the delivery through DoorDash records. When questioned, Stevenson offered a startling explanation – she claimed she was targeting a spider, paralyzed with fear and reacting instinctively. The story, however, quickly unraveled under scrutiny.
Investigators pointed to the frigid December temperatures, a low of 35 degrees Fahrenheit, rendering outdoor spiders inactive in Indiana. The likelihood of a spider crawling across the food in those conditions was virtually nonexistent, casting serious doubt on Stevenson’s account.
Stevenson had been visiting her father in Indiana and supplementing her trip with DoorDash deliveries. But her explanation failed to justify the couple’s suffering, and the incident rapidly gained attention after the doorbell camera footage went viral.
Now facing the consequences, Stevenson is charged with multiple felonies, including battery resulting in moderate injury and consumer product tampering. These charges reflect the severity of her actions and the violation of trust placed in food delivery services.
Law enforcement officials emphasized the importance of ensuring food safety and swiftly responding to such egregious breaches of public trust. The couple’s ordeal serves as a stark reminder of the potential risks and the need for accountability in the rapidly growing food delivery industry.
Stevenson is currently being held without bond, awaiting extradition to Indiana to face the charges. The warrant for her arrest carries a $3,500 cash bond, but her future remains uncertain as the legal process unfolds.
