🔥 Chaotic scenes at Swansea McDonald’s! Leah Hocking caused quite the uproar when she set a table on fire, shouted at staff, and swiped a phone from a teen patron. The situation escalated with swinging chairs and spitting before the police stepped in. The young victim, already uneasy about venturing into Swansea city centre, is now even more hesitant after this incident.
Entering McDonald’s on a March morning, Hocking’s aggressive behaviour led staff to call the police. She threatened to burn the place down and ignited paper napkins! Pretending to be unbothered by the chaos, she targeted a group of teens, swiftly snatching a 16-year-old’s phone. An altercation followed, and chairs were swung in a heated clash. The boy, who enjoyed trips to McDonald’s as a treat, now finds himself avoiding the area due to this frightening encounter.
The police soon arrived, retrieving the phone and arresting Hocking, who later claimed she wasn’t in the right state of mind and surprisingly thanked officers for providing her safety.
Swansea Crown Court heard about Hocking’s struggles with mental health and substance misuse. Her recent offences include other city centre outbursts, reflecting a steep decline from her previously clean record. However, efforts on remand show she’s aiming to turn things around with courses and an upcoming job offer.
Judge Catherine Richards sentenced her to six months, acknowledging her remorse alongside the chaos caused. Though her time served on remand may see her release soon, it’s clear Hocking’s actions have left an unsettling mark on those involved. 🌟
