In a recent incident in Winter Haven, Florida, local law enforcement has apprehended Shane Wiley, a 24-year-old resident of Auburndale, following his third alleged dine-and-dash offense at a local restaurant.
According to the Winter Haven Police Department, Wiley spent approximately five hours at the Hungry Crab, a well-known local establishment, accruing a bill that exceeded $200. However, instead of settling his account, he reportedly attempted to leave without payment. As per witnesses, Wiley was approached by a hostess at the restaurant, to whom he falsely claimed that he had already paid his bill before absconding on foot.
In a strategic move to aid in his capture, the restaurant’s staff took to social media platforms, posting images captured from security cameras. These images proved instrumental in identifying Wiley, as he had previous records of similar offenses. His notoriety in the area comes from two other instances where he left substantial unpaid tabs at different Winter Haven venues, one totaling nearly $500 and another just under $300.
Authorities were able to locate Wiley at his residence, where they proceeded with his arrest and subsequent transportation to the local jail. This case underlines significant challenges within the community regarding repeat offenders and the resources required to address such incidents effectively.
The recent arrest of Shane Wiley highlights ongoing issues with repeat dine-and-dash offenses in Winter Haven, emphasizing the role of both law enforcement and local businesses in addressing these challenges.
Source: Fox13news
