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On April 14th, 2025, police were dispatched to a McDonald's after receiving reports of a battery. So, you were at like the front counter. You had asked for ranch. Nobody's paying attention. How did you get behind the counter? >> I So, the You've been in this McDonald's, right? I have, but just >> So, there's like I'm I'm assuming there's a door you have to go in to get back there. So, you So, you grabbed the ranch and then you came right back out. >> Yes, I didn't do anything else. >> Okay. And then, this employee approached you and did what? >> Attacked me. She grabbed my arms like tried to try and keep me from walking away. I pulled away from her and then we turned face-to-face because she was behind me. And then she grabbed my throat and put me on the ground and she knocked me down. She held you on the ground? Was she choking you? Okay, were Could you breathe? >> No. For how long do you think that happened? >> Probably about 10 seconds. Okay. And then, and then she let you go and >> She I don't even remember what happened like after that. I was like I like I'm sorry like my vision was going white. >> Right. Um other Did she Where did she grab you on your arm? >> Like >> [sighs and gasps] >> Like probably right here. No, but I landed on my elbow when I was trying to get away from her. >> Okay. Do you need an ambulance? Honestly, no. I don't need paramedics. Okay. Is your How old are you? I'm 17. Where is your mom at at? Which is who I was staying with when I went down. And I called her and told her everything, but she said there's like just absolutely no way that she can make it here right now. >> Okay. And then, are these two with you? Yeah. And they Did they see what happened? Travis was in the car. Kyle watched everything happen. Okay. So, when she actually physically attacked you, you were already back >> the lobby. >> in the lobby. >> I was in the lobby. Was there any other customers around that saw it? >> All customers. Okay. This happened about 15 20 minutes ago, so everybody that was probably in the lobby saw them. And then, all of the workers were in there. And then, one of the workers looks at me and she goes, "He didn't put your She didn't put her hands on you. Stop lying." When he literally watched everything happen. And there's video footage. Okay. Uh what does the lady look like? She's black. She's black. I don't How old? Probably about 30, maybe 35. Okay. Yeah. Okay. Were you inside when this happened? What did you see? I just We were waiting at the counter. She asked people for ranch working behind the counter. >> Yeah. And they just kept ignoring her and walking by. So, she just set her food down, went back there, grabbed like two things of ranch. And then, as she was walking back, that lady just said, "Hey, you can't do that." And just grabbed her. And she said, "Hey, don't touch me." And then they started fighting. So, was she already back out from getting the ranch like back in the lobby when this happened? She was on her way out. She was almost out in the lobby. And the lady grabbed her arm? Yeah. And then, when you say they started fighting, >> Well, she just pulled her to the floor. And then they they were just >> [snorts] >> So, fighting her, though? Well, I mean, she was trying to get her off of her. Yeah. But the lady grabbed her arm. Did you see her choke her at all? Yeah. She was holding her on the ground like that. And pulling her around. Okay. So, she goes behind get the ranch, she grabs it. As she's walking out, the lady grabs her arm, pulls her to the ground, and chokes her on the ground. Yeah. Okay. And what's your last name? R E >> Riquelme. Riquelme. Okay. All right. Okay. Um So, since like I said, the allegations that she's making are criminal. Um so, I have to get a statement from you. Um so, I'm going to read you your rights. It doesn't mean you're under arrest or anything like that. It just means I want you to understand your rights before you answer any questions, okay? Um you have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in the court of law. You have the right to talk to a lawyer and have him or her present with you while you're being questioned. If you cannot afford to hire a lawyer, one will be appointed to represent you. You can decide at any time to exercise these rights and not answer any questions or make any statements. Do you understand each of the rights as I've explained to you? Yes. Okay. Having these rights in mind, do you wish to speak to us now? Yes or no? >> Yes. Well, no. No? >> No. I I understand. Okay. Can I talk to you outside just real quick? Is this your family over here? Yeah, that's Is that where your Is that your item? Yes. Okay. Okay. So, you are under arrest, okay? So, just place your hands behind your back. >> my phone out of my Okay. We'll We'll take care of it all. Just place your hands behind your back. Hey, I need you to stay back, please. Put your thumbs together. Okay. Okay. Can I call my mom real quick? Uh not right now, but let's step over here to the car. Okay. All right. So, what this comes down to is you can't physically put your hands on somebody just for coming over the counter and getting a >> But I ain't touch her. Yeah, well, the video looked like you did. >> I didn't. Hey, you need to leave before you go to jail. Keep driving. And what the charge is? It's going to be a child abuse since she's a minor. 80 for child abuse 10-15. Can make it a child abuse. All right. I ain't got no We're going to put every We're going to take everything out and put it in a bag for you and your personal property, okay? Okay. I'm just going to check your pockets with the back of my hand here, okay? Is that keys? Okay. Anybody comes back screaming and yelling, they're going to go to jail. Oh, that's it. Ain't nothing in there. Is that your mom calling? >> Yes, most likely. Anything in this pocket here? No. Ain't nothing in my pocket. Okay. If you can just have you a seat here for me, uh we're going to get all your property put in a bag. >> Can you call my phone now? And then, I'm going to Okay. I got the AC turned up as high as it'll go. Officer Flores is going to stand by with you if you need anything. It's going to be just a few minutes, okay? The suspect's brother began chasing after a random police car, frantically looking for his sister. >> Out of the car. Why are you here? I'm asking how long before she goes to the place. I'm on the phone with my sister. We tried to yell. Who are you talking about? >> She's not in the car with you? >> No. I'm sorry, but I thought I saw your sister in the car with you. You guys follow this car again, you're all going to jail. Do you understand? >> Yes, sir. That is not It's called tampering with a witness. I was trying to make sure my sister was in the car. >> them and you're yelling and stuff? >> I didn't yell at them. I swear to god I didn't talk to them not once. So, why do you think we pulled over? I'm not sure. I just called my sister. I said, "Why is my sister going to the back and not getting Your sister is not here. Okay, I'm sorry. I apologize for that. That That's not cool. Yes, sir. All right. You need to leave. She was charged with child abuse without great bodily harm. Share your thoughts in the comments below, and don't forget to like and subscribe.

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