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humor The Onion 2026-05-07

Heroic Customer Delays Saving Barista From Robber Until She's Looking

In a stunning display of performative bravery, a customer waited for a barista to be watching before attempting to disarm a gunman. Sadly, his heroic moment was ruined when the barista got distracted by a gunshot wound and missed his grand gesture.

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