CCTV released in hunt for ‘dine and dashers’ who didn’t pay £225 restaurant bill | UK | News


An urgent CCTV hunt is underway after a group of people allegedly left a restaurant without paying their bill, which totalled over £200.

The incident, known as ‘dine and dash’, occurred at the Merzee restaurant on Stockport Road, Levenshulme on Wednesday, July 17.

The restaurant was left out of pocket by £225 following the incident, which took place around 3.45pm, according to Greater Manchester Police. Investigations have been ongoing since the event.

Today (September 4), detectives released a CCTV image of a group of men they wish to question in relation to the incident.

It is hoped that these individuals could provide crucial information to aid the police investigation.

Anyone who recognises the men pictured, or has any information about the incident, is urged to come forward. Witnesses are also encouraged to report details to the police.

Information can be passed directly to GMP by calling 101, quoting log number 2364 of July 17, 2024. Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, reports the Manchester Evening News.

The incident comes just days after another group were reported to police after leaving a family-run restaurant in Sussex without paying their £390 bill.

The 10 diners, which included men, women and children, reportedly refused to pay for their meal at La Banca in Selsey, near Chichester.

Owner Neil Kimber said they need to be named and shamed. He told the Daily Mail: “They knew what they were doing. They’re not stupid.”

He claimed to the same publication that the group said the food was “rubbish” and refused to pay before taking out £1,000 in cash and throwing down £60 after he said the drinks couldn’t have been.

The group reportedly then walked out of the restaurant, which is rated five stars on Tripadvisor, and drove away in a pick-up truck.

Sussex Police said in a statement that it was called to a report of theft at a restaurant in High Street, Selsey, on September 1 which is believed to have taken place between 6pm and 8pm on August 31.

The force confirmed an investigation is underway and a review of witnesses and CCTV footage will take place to try to identify suspects or anyone involved.

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