New Police Update on Couple Who Beat Up Chipotle Employee Over Extra Chicken in Fight Video is Shocking

A shocking case of violence at a Chipotle restaurant in Indian Trail, South Carolina, has sparked outrage and condemnation from authorities and the public. Two customers from Charlotte, a man and a woman, assaulted a 20-year-old worker over a dispute involving their order, which reportedly involved some extra chicken. The attack, which occurred on Dec. 10, around 9 p.m., was captured on video by the store and by a witness.

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According to the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office, the woman initiated the argument with the worker over the order, which she claimed was incorrect causing an extra charge to be added to their bill. The man, who was with the woman, then pushed the worker to the floor of the restaurant and began hitting her with his fists. He also pulled her hair and jerked her around, causing her pain and injury. The woman also joined in the attack, hitting and kicking the worker.

The assailants left the restaurant in a hurry before deputies arrived, but they did not escape unnoticed. A witness, who was also a customer at the restaurant, was able to get a good look at the Dodge Charger they drove away in and noted its tag number. The witness also recorded the attack on their phone and shared it with the sheriff’s office.

The sheriff’s office also secured video evidence from the store’s surveillance cameras. With the assistance of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police, the suspects were identified as Jamel Bernard Williams, 36, and Kayla Nicole Pyle, 34.

Police Update: What Charges are the Charlotte Couple Facing over Beating Up Chipotle Employee Over Extra Chicken?

The sheriff’s office said that it obtained warrants on Wednesday, charging Williams with first-degree assault and battery and Pyle with second-degree assault and battery. The charges carry a maximum penalty of 10 years and three years in prison, respectively. The sheriff, Barry Faile, expressed his outrage over the attack, calling it a “senseless act of violence” over a trivial matter. He also praised the witness for their quick thinking and cooperation.

The Public Reactions

The attack has raised questions about the safety of workers at fast-food restaurants, who often face abuse and harassment from customers over minor issues. The National Restaurant Association, a trade group that represents the industry, said that it offers training and resources to help restaurant owners and managers prevent and respond to such incidents. The group also urged customers to treat workers with respect and patience, especially during the busy holiday season.

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The Chipotle worker, who has not been identified, was taken to a hospital for treatment and has since been released. She is recovering from her injuries and trauma. The Chipotle restaurant, which is located on Charlotte Highway, has resumed its normal operations.

The restaurant’s spokesperson said that they are cooperating with the authorities and providing support to the worker. The spokesperson also said that they have zero tolerance for violence and that they are appalled by the attack.