The Santa Ana Police Department is looking for help to identify a woman who threw food at a Chipotle employee. This incident happened in early May.
A video posted by the police shows the woman dressed in black arguing with the staff. In a moment of frustration, she launched her bowl of food at an employee, hitting her in the chest and sending the contents flying. The incident took place at a shopping center on W. 17th Street on May 12.
The police describe the suspect as being between 18 and 25 years old with long dark hair.
This story highlights a troubling trend. A recent survey by the National Restaurant Association indicates that 70% of restaurant workers have faced harassment, whether verbal or physical. This kind of behavior creates a hostile environment for both workers and other customers, reflecting deeper societal issues around respect and civility in public spaces.
If you have any information about this incident, you can reach out to Police Investigative Specialist C. Rodriguez at 714-245-8403.
For more context on similar incidents, check out the National Restaurant Association’s report here.
