Machete-Wielding Shawarma Thief Strikes in Canada

A shawarma heist with a twist! In New Westminster, British Columbia, a peculiar robbery unfolded at the "Paradise Shawarma" restaurant. Instead of targeting the cash register, a masked individual wielding a machete made off with a substantial amount of meat and sauce, leaving behind only bewildered employees and a dash of incredulity. "It was like something out of a crazy movie," recounted restaurant owner Ali Boyraz in an interview with Global News. The swift police response led to the arrest of 27-year-old Sidney Reid Hayden, who was apprehended with the stolen goods. This unusual incident has become a local talking point, highlighting the unexpected and often humorous side of crime.