They say hunger is nature’s most powerful motivator. This seems to be the case for a Delta man – who, in the absence of bread, meat, and fried potatoes – trashed a restaurant and fought police officers.

And the entire incident was captured on video.

Richmond RCMP say they were called to a “disturbance” at the Ironwood Plaza Macdonald’s around 3:40 p.m. on July 27.

The call came after an irate customer began damaging property inside the restaurant because he was “unhappy with the service,” according to police.

The suspect, about 30 years, can be heard shouting profanities at employees before devolving into a hunger-fuelled frenzy unfitting for even the most volatile four-year-old.

The lack of McFlurry in his mouth drives him to trash the entire length of the counter before grappling with police officers.

Two restaurant employees and two police officers were assaulted during the tantrum, each sustaining minor injuries. The suspect also received minor injuries and was taken to Richmond General Hospital for treatment, according to police.

He faces possible charges of mischief over $5,000, assault, and assault of a peace officer.

“We are aware that there may be relevant video circulating on social media. However, this investigation is still ongoing and it would be inappropriate to speak to this apparent evidence at this time,” said Cpl. Ian Henderson, of the Richmond RCMP.

Reid Small is a BC correspondent for the Western Standard
rsmall@westernstandardonline.com

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