A seemingly trivial request for extra condiments escalated into a terrifying act of arson at a central London cafe, leaving staff and customers in a state of shock.
The incident erupted at the Sandwich Factory on Rochester Row, Westminster, when a man's demand for additional mayonnaise on his sandwich was refused by staff. Witnesses describe the customer flying into an uncontrollable rage upon being denied the extra serving.
In a shocking turn of events, the disgruntled patron then produced a lighter and deliberately set fire to materials within the busy establishment. The blaze quickly took hold, threatening the safety of everyone inside the cafe during the lunchtime rush.
Eyewitnesses reported scenes of panic as smoke began to fill the premises. One staff member, demonstrating remarkable bravery, managed to extinguish the flames before they could cause significant damage or injury, potentially averting a major tragedy.
London Metropolitan Police have launched a full investigation into the alarming incident. Authorities are treating the case as arson with intent to endanger life, given that the fire was started while the cafe was occupied with customers.
Police have released a description of the suspect and are appealing to the public for any information that might lead to his apprehension. The search continues for the man who turned a simple disagreement over condiments into a potentially life-threatening situation.
