Local Granny Arrested After Whooping Entire Family for Child’s Bad Behavior
Griffin, GA — In a stunning display of generational justice, 78-year-old Ethel Mae “Big Mama” Delacroix was taken into custody Sunday afternoon after allegedly whooping not just a misbehaving child, but the child’s parents as well — citing “failure to raise that baby right.”
Witnesses say the incident began at the Ingles, when a 6-year-old reportedly knocked over a pyramid of canned yams while screaming “I hate vegetables!” Big Mama, who was browsing the dented goods aisle, sprang into action.
“She snatched that boy mid-tantrum like a hawk grabbing a field mouse,” said cashier Loretta Jean. “Then she turned to the parents and said, ‘Y’all next.’ I ain’t never seen a triple whooping before.”
Security footage shows Big Mama delivering swift, synchronized discipline: one slipper to the child, one purse swing to the dad, and a stern finger wag followed by a shoulder shake for the mom. The entire ordeal lasted only minutes and ended with Big Mama calmly returning to her cart and selecting a can of creamed corn.
Police arrived shortly after and arrested Big Mama for “assault with a slipper and excessive wisdom.” Officers reportedly struggled to cuff her as she lectured them on respect, parenting, and the proper use of cast iron skillets.
“She told me my badge was crooked and my posture was weak,” said Officer Timmy Ray. “I apologized.”
Big Mama was released on her own recognizance after the judge — her former Sunday school student — recused himself, citing emotional trauma and a lingering fear of wooden spoons.
The child’s parents have since enrolled in a six-week “Parenting with Purpose” course, while the child has reportedly started saying “Yes ma’am” and eating green beans voluntarily.
Big Mama remains unapologetic. “If y’all won’t raise your kids, I will,” she said from her porch, sipping sweet tea.
Griffin, GA — In a stunning display of generational justice, 78-year-old Ethel Mae “Big Mama” Delacroix was taken into custody Sunday afternoon after allegedly whooping not just a misbehaving child, but the child’s parents as well — citing “failure to raise that baby right.”
Witnesses say the incident began at the Ingles, when a 6-year-old reportedly knocked over a pyramid of canned yams while screaming “I hate vegetables!” Big Mama, who was browsing the dented goods aisle, sprang into action.
“She snatched that boy mid-tantrum like a hawk grabbing a field mouse,” said cashier Loretta Jean. “Then she turned to the parents and said, ‘Y’all next.’ I ain’t never seen a triple whooping before.”
Security footage shows Big Mama delivering swift, synchronized discipline: one slipper to the child, one purse swing to the dad, and a stern finger wag followed by a shoulder shake for the mom. The entire ordeal lasted only minutes and ended with Big Mama calmly returning to her cart and selecting a can of creamed corn.
Police arrived shortly after and arrested Big Mama for “assault with a slipper and excessive wisdom.” Officers reportedly struggled to cuff her as she lectured them on respect, parenting, and the proper use of cast iron skillets.
“She told me my badge was crooked and my posture was weak,” said Officer Timmy Ray. “I apologized.”
Big Mama was released on her own recognizance after the judge — her former Sunday school student — recused himself, citing emotional trauma and a lingering fear of wooden spoons.
The child’s parents have since enrolled in a six-week “Parenting with Purpose” course, while the child has reportedly started saying “Yes ma’am” and eating green beans voluntarily.
Big Mama remains unapologetic. “If y’all won’t raise your kids, I will,” she said from her porch, sipping sweet tea.
