A woman stopped a man from walking out of a McDonald’s with an undisclosed amount of cash on Saturday, November 7.
Dean Bell was had just ordered a fries and a Coke and was standing at the counter waiting to get his food when he saw a man walked up to the register and stick his hand in the till.
“The person at the register kept telling the man, “if you don’t take your hand out of there, I’m going to break it,” said Bell, who pulled out his phone to record video of the incident.
A woman wearing a Goodwill t-shirt similar to those worn by Goodwill store employees walked up and confronted the man after while his hand was still in the till. The woman tried to stop the man was leaving after the manager had called 911 for law enforcement. A Goodwill store is right around the corner from the restaurant. We’re trying to learn the identity of the woman.
The man eventually fled the scene empty-handed. Bell said he and the bystander spoke with authorities when they arrived.
Bell said he also tried to reason with the suspect.
“I told him, ‘I know times are hard right now, but you don’t want to do this,” Bell told Potomac Local News.
A representative from the Fredericksburg Area Goodwill stores today was unable to confirm the woman’s identity in the photo.
Stafford authorities were also unable to identify the woman who stopped the suspect. They arrested the man and provided this press release below.
Kamara
On November 7 at 1:51 p.m., deputies responded to 190 Garrisonville Road (McDonald’s) for a report of a robbery.
It was reported the suspect entered the business and stood near a cash register. While an employee was completing a transaction with a customer, the suspect reached into the cash drawer and grabbed a $20 bill. The employee grabbed the suspect’s arm and he let go of the bill. He then left the business.
Deputy S.M. Eastman observed the suspect walking on Garrisonville Road. The deputy stopped the suspect, Ibrahim Kamara, 23, of Stafford, and noticed he smelled of alcoholic beverages. Kamara was arrested for robbery and public intoxication.
It was also discovered Kamara was involved in a theft that occurred at 1455 Stafford Market Place (Best Buy) just prior to the robbery at McDonald’s. A loss prevention employee reported Kamara stole a computer from the business.
Kamara was held without bond at the Rappahannock Regional Jail for the charges of robbery, larceny, and public intoxication.
Art enthusiasts will have a chance to experience diverse creative works at the 74th Annual Fredericksburg Fine Arts Show & Sale, from March 14 to March 16 at the Dorothy Hart Community Center, 408 Canal Street, Fredericksburg.
Yard waste collection in Prince William County will resume in March and continue through December. Residents will receive weekly curbside pickup separate from trash and recycling.
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McClung-Logan Equipment Company is hosting its 40th Annual Oyster Roast, a signature customer appreciation event celebrating tradition, community, and generosity.
This year’s milestone celebration will take place on Thursday, March 6th, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Fredericksburg Agricultural Fairgrounds.
The first Oyster Roast began as a fundraiser in 1985, led by White Oak Equipment founder Frank McCarty, to raise donations for an employee battling cancer. This turned into a time-honored tradition for individuals facing hardship.
Experience a magical evening at the Embassy of France with A Night on the Riviera, an event that will transport you to the glamour of the French Riviera while celebrating the vibrant spirit of Mardi Gras!
Indulge in an exquisite selection of French wines and champagne, paired with the finest French cuisine prepared by the talented Chef of the Embassy of France. Additionally, Chef Hugh Cossard will be carving ham live, ensuring freshness and exceptional flavor. Don’t miss out on the authentic French crêpes, made to order and sure to transport you straight to the streets of Nice.
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