From Valleynewslive · · 1m
Restaurant owner accused of gun threat after bill dispute
Restaurant owner points gun at couple who skipped bill, faces arrest.
In brief
Restaurant owner points gun at couple who skipped bill, faces arrest. Nadim Kashouh, a Springfield restaurant owner, was arrested for allegedly pointing a gun at a couple who didn’t pay their bill and assaulting them. Originally reported by Valleynewslive.
First report
Springfield police received a gun threat call around 8 p.m. Friday near Dwight Street and Harrison Avenue.
Bill dispute
An 18-year-old man and 17-year-old girl allegedly skipped their restaurant bill on Main Street.
Following them
Kashouh followed the couple to a convenience store and grabbed the girl’s cellphone.
Physical assault
Kashouh hit the girl with his elbow and the man with his fist during the confrontation.
Gun pointed
Kashouh allegedly pointed his firearm at a gathering of people, claiming self-defense.
Arrested
Kashouh was arrested for assault with a dangerous weapon and armed robbery with a firearm.
The essence
Nadim Kashouh, a Springfield restaurant owner, was arrested for allegedly pointing a gun at a couple who didn’t pay their bill and assaulting them.
