US fast-food manager charged with assault for allegedly spitting on customer's food

A manager at an Arby's fast-food restaurant in Oklahoma, United States, has been charged with assault for allegedly spitting on a customer's food. The incident came to light after a customer experienced severe mouth swelling and was diagnosed with oral herpes following consumption of a sandwich from the establishment. The customer reportedly learned about the alleged act from their daughter, who heard it from a co-worker of the manager.

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The victim developed severe swelling in her mouth and was diagnosed with herpes after visiting the hospital.

Surveillance footage from the kitchen reportedly captured the manager, identified as Amanda Hendricks, leaning towards sandwich ingredients and spitting on them. Based on this evidence, police sought an arrest warrant for Hendricks. She is accused of intentionally adding a toxic substance to food with the intent to cause harm. Hendricks is currently being held at the McCurtain County Detention Center.

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Police sought an arrest warrant for Amanda Hendricks, who worked as a manager at the Arby's franchise.

The incident has raised serious concerns about hygiene and food safety standards within the fast-food industry. Health authorities are likely to investigate the matter further to ensure such incidents are prevented and that appropriate measures are in place to protect customers from intentional contamination. The legal proceedings against Hendricks will determine the extent of her culpability and the penalties she may face.

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Hendricks is accused of contaminating food with the intent to cause harm.