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A group of 20 adults and children are accused of leaving a restaurant with an unpaid bill of almost £300, sparking an investigation by the authorities. The incident occurred at the Tamarind Bay Indian restaurant in Exeter, Devon, on Tuesday evening, where the group arrived in separate vehicles but only one family paid their bill. The manager, Saiful Rahman, reported the matter to the police, expressing his shock at the audacity of the individuals involved and the impact it has had on the struggling restaurant during quiet times. The police are currently investigating the incident, and messages of support have poured in from the community, helping the restaurant staff to feel better in the face of such an audacious crime.

Ann, 39, and Bernard McDonagh, 41, of Port Talbot, Wales, allegedly defrauded five restaurants out of over $1,200 by dining and leaving without paying their bills. They were arrested on multiple fraud charges, and Ann McDonagh faces additional theft charges. Victims claim that police initially dismissed the incidents as non-emergencies, allowing the couple to continue their scheme unhindered. Despite providing CCTV footage and other evidence, restaurants report a lack of follow-up from the police. As a result, one restaurant took to social media to expose the couple’s actions and seek public assistance in holding them accountable.

A family of eight has been arrested for allegedly dining and dashing at several restaurants in South Wales, leaving unpaid bills totaling hundreds of pounds. The family allegedly ordered expensive items from the menu, including steaks and double desserts, before leaving without paying. CCTV footage of the family leaving one of the restaurants without paying went viral on social media, leading to their identification and arrest. The family is accused of committing similar offenses at other restaurants in the region.