Convicted murderer Taylor Schabusiness proved once again that she’s a danger to more than just the public—this time turning her rage toward her own defense attorney during a court hearing on Friday.
Schabusiness was appearing in court for a hearing related to an alleged assault on a prison guard in July. While her hands were cuffed, she was not otherwise restrained as she sat beside her lawyer.
Elbow to the Attorney: Chaos in the Courtroom
As the attorney discussed the possibility of sequestering a witness, Taylor suddenly lashed out—hurling her elbow into his arm. Fortunately, court officers acted swiftly, tackling her to the ground almost immediately.
In a now-viral clip from the courtroom, Schabusiness can be seen going down hard as multiple officers pin her. Her attorney, shockingly calm, simply shrugs at the prosecutor, seemingly unfazed by the violent outburst from his client.
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A History of Violence—Even in Court
This isn’t the first time Taylor Schabusiness has attacked someone in the courtroom. During proceedings in 2023, she similarly assaulted a different lawyer, throwing an elbow and striking him several times before being restrained by court staff.
Authorities appear to have learned their lesson—this time, response teams moved in almost instantly, likely anticipating another meltdown.
The Heinous Crime Behind the Name
Schabusiness made national headlines in 2022 after being convicted of one of the most disturbing crimes in recent memory. She was found guilty of strangling 25-year-old Shad Thyrion with a metal chain, then mutilating his corpse, including the decapitation and dismemberment of his body using a serrated knife.
More Legal Trouble Ahead
Friday’s hearing was just one piece of Schabusiness’s growing list of legal entanglements. With her violent courtroom behavior now a repeated issue, the court may face challenges finding legal representation willing to stay on her case—assuming any attorneys are still brave enough to take it.
Taylor Schabusiness: A Legal Nightmare in Real Time
As court officials brace for more chaos, the public continues to watch this tragic and bizarre case unfold—both for its grisly origins and the ongoing courtroom spectacles that show no signs of stopping.
