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A Cuban food truck in Fort Pierce was targeted in a robbery during the early hours of July 10, when an individual stole the cash register containing over $224 in cash. The incident was captured by the security cameras of the business, known as La Esquina Cubana (The Cuban Corner).
The owner, Luis Garrido, recounted that it was one of his employees who noticed the absence of the cash register and asked him if he had taken it out for repair. “I told her no, that I hadn’t touched it, and then we knew we had been robbed,” he said. The statements were given to Telemundo 51.
According to the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office, the incident occurred at 1:48 a.m., when the suspect entered the truck through an unsecured door. Once inside, he ignored the food items and went straight for the cash register, which contained exactly $224.15 in cash. The thief escaped on foot through a fence located at the back of the property.
The police shared an image of the suspect, who was described as a man between 20 and 30 years old, of slender build, with a tattoo on his right forearm, and wearing a black t-shirt and light-colored shorts with a drawstring. Authorities urge anyone with information about the case to contact the Crime Stoppers hotline at #8477 or reach out to Officer Hatch at the email HatchA@stluciesheriff.com.
The theft has caused concern among the truck staff, according to its owner. "The staff now enters with fear; we've never experienced anything like this," Garrido stated to Telemundo 51.
The owner also sent a message to the thief: “Go get a job. We live in a country where hard work can take us far; that's all I have to say to you.”
Frequently asked questions about the robbery at the Cuban food truck in Fort Pierce
What happened during the robbery of the Cuban food truck in Fort Pierce?
An individual stole the cash register from the food truck known as La Esquina Cubana, taking $224.15 in cash. The incident was captured by security cameras, and the suspect fled on foot after the robbery.
How was the robbery suspect in Fort Pierce identified?
The suspect is a man between 20 and 30 years old, with a slim build and a tattoo on his right forearm. He was wearing a black t-shirt and light-colored shorts. The police have released an image of him to assist in his identification.
How has the robbery affected the staff of the Cuban food truck?
The staff now enters the truck with fear, according to owner Luis Garrido. The theft has generated concern, as they have never experienced a similar incident.
What has the owner of the food truck said about the thief?
Luis Garrido, the owner of the truck, has sent a message to the thief: "Go to work. We are in a country where hard work can take us far." This statement reflects his frustration over the incident and his belief that honest work is the right path.
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