Family leaves UK restaurant without paying £34000 bill, police complaint filed

Internet users recently brought attention to a shocking incident where a family of eight left a UK restaurant without paying a bill totaling 329 pounds (approximately Rs 34,000). The eatery, Bella Ciao Swansea, revealed the incident on social media, expressing their dismay towards the family’s actions. In a detailed post, the restaurant shared that one of the women from the group attempted to pay the bill using her card, but it was declined twice.

She then mentioned that her son would stay at the restaurant while she retrieved another card. However, the son left the restaurant shortly after receiving a phone call, leaving the bill unsettled. The restaurant also mentioned that the contact number provided during the reservation turned out to be fake, prompting them to file a police complaint.

They condemned the family’s actions as “disgusting” and emphasized the impact on a newly opened restaurant. Bella Ciao Swansea posted CCTV footage of the incident and received numerous reactions from online users. Some suggested implementing a “pay when you order” policy, while others expressed support and commended the restaurant for gaining widespread attention.

Additionally, several users recounted similar experiences with the same family in other establishments, with one user recalling a comparable incident at a different restaurant. Overall, the incident sparked widespread discussion and sympathy for Bella Ciao Swansea, with many acknowledging the inadvertent exposure and support garnered from the unfortunate event.