Former Employee Causes Destruction at California Taco Restaurant
In a shocking incident that occurred at Tacos Reyes in Canoga Park, California, a woman was caught on video repeatedly ramming her car into the restaurant. The owner’s daughter revealed that the woman was a former employee who hadn’t worked at the eatery for four years. The incident took place around 7:30 p.m. on a Friday, with bystanders quickly filming the chaos and alerting nearby police officers.
Eyewitnesses described the woman repeatedly backing into the restaurant and ramming into it. Police officers arrived at the scene and witnessed the destruction firsthand. They surrounded the suspect’s vehicle and used non-lethal rounds before apprehending her. Despite their efforts, the suspect had managed to destroy everything inside the restaurant before being taken into custody. Luckily, there were no reported injuries.
Bailey Thompson, an employee at a bar next door to the taco joint, recalled the terrifying moment when she had to evacuate customers and co-workers due to the shared wall between the two establishments. The suspect’s reckless actions not only targeted the restaurant but also caused damage to the neighboring bar.
Antonia Reyes, the owner’s daughter, expressed shock over the incident. She revealed that the suspect had left the restaurant on good terms four years ago and that her mother still worked there. This unexpected act of vandalism has left the Reyes family devastated, but they still hold sympathy for the suspect and her family.
Miguel Reyes, the owner of Tacos Reyes, expressed relief that no one inside the restaurant was harmed during the incident. He emphasized how grateful he was that everyone was able to evacuate safely through the emergency door. Miguel also confirmed that the suspect was indeed a former employee of the restaurant.
Unfortunately, due to the extensive damage caused by the incident, Tacos Reyes will be closed for the foreseeable future. The owner and his family will have to assess the situation and make plans for rebuilding. Meanwhile, the police are actively investigating the incident to gather more information and determine the motive behind the suspect’s actions.
This shocking event serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of human behavior and the potential risks faced by business owners. Despite the challenges they now face, the Reyes family remains resilient and hopeful for the future.
