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Felony Charges After Buford Salon Locks Mom, Children Inside
22 Dec, 2025
Summary
- A mother reported being held captive with her children in a Buford nail salon.
- An employee allegedly grabbed a child and locked the door after a bill dispute.
- The employee faces felony false imprisonment charges following the incident.
A disturbing incident unfolded at a Buford nail salon when a mother claims she and her children were held against their will. Selena Stevenson stated that a disagreement over a $20 charge escalated dramatically, leading to her being trapped inside Modern Nail Bar with her son and daughter.
Stevenson recounted that employee Nancy Nguyen allegedly grabbed her 8-year-old son and locked the salon doors. Frightened, Stevenson called 911 while confined with other customers and her scared children. Police arrived at the scene on Buford Drive and reviewed video footage.
As a result of the investigation, 41-year-old Nancy Nguyen was arrested and charged with felony false imprisonment. The incident highlights a severe escalation of a customer service dispute into alleged unlawful confinement.
