Kansas City, Missouri – A drive-thru dispute at a Wendy’s in Kansas City led to a shooting and felony charges.
According to the Clay County Prosecutor’s Office, Terrence R. Phillips has been charged following a March 20 incident at a Wendy’s located on North Oak Trafficway. Authorities say an employee, believed to be a manager, allegedly shot a customer during an altercation.
Investigators report the victim and suspect first argued in the drive-thru while the victim was ordering food for his family. After receiving his order, the victim later returned to the restaurant and attempted to address the situation. Prosecutors allege Phillips refused to engage and the victim then exited the drive-thru and drove to the south side of the building.
According to court documents, the victim approached Phillips near a vehicle when Phillips allegedly pulled out a firearm and fired one shot, striking the victim in the leg. The victim was transported to a hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
Police later recovered a handgun in a walk-in freezer inside the restaurant. A records check determined the firearm had been reported stolen.
Within 24 hours of the incident, Phillips was taken into custody and charged with first-degree assault, armed criminal action, and unlawful use of a weapon. Bond was set at $1,000,000.
Authorities emphasize that the charges are allegations, and Phillips is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
The incident may raise concerns for late-night workers and customers relying on fast food locations along busy commuter corridors.
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