๐บ๐ธ Houston ยท US ยท 22 Apr 2025
Heartbreaking: Houston BBQ Restaurant Hit by Burglars Again Just Days After Costly Brisket Heist
HOUSTON, Texas โ Owners of a beloved Houston barbecue restaurant are pleading for security improvements in their area after their establishment was targeted by thieves twice in less than a week. The latest break-in occurred just days after burglars made off with a large quantity of premium, expensive brisket meat.
The repeat incidents have left the owners devastated, calling the situation "heartbreaking" as they struggle to cover repair costs and replace stolen stock. The initial heist was particularly damaging due to the high cost of quality brisket and the extensive prep work involved in smoking the meats.
Double Strike Devastates Local Joint
According to the owners, the second break-in caused additional property damage to doors and security screens. The suspects searched the restaurant's cash registers and storage areas, looking for valuables and items left behind after the first incident.
"It is absolutely heartbreaking. We work long hours to serve this community, and to be targeted again before we could even recover from the first theft is a massive blow to our family and staff," the owner expressed.
Community Shows Support
As news of the double burglary spread, local patrons and community members have rallied around the restaurant, urging residents to support the business during this challenging period. Investigators are reviewing surveillance camera feeds to determine if the same group of individuals is responsible for both heists.
Houston Police have increased patrols in the area and are urging anyone with information on the thefts or anyone trying to sell commercial quantities of meat to contact detectives immediately.
Sources : click2houston
