CCTV footage has captured the moment a couple allegedly downed 14 Baby Guinness shots and devoured steaks before fleeing a restaurant in Brentwood, Essex, without paying a £231.30 bill. The incident occurred on May 16 at The Halfway House, where the pair were seated after requesting a table near the rear exit.
General manager Deanne Perkins, 45, described the couple's actions as 'premeditated' and the 'ultimate dine and dash'. The woman reportedly left through the front door while on her phone, followed by the man who looked around before exiting via the rear and running across the car park.
After reviewing the footage, Perkins shared it online to warn other businesses. The woman later returned to pay £90 towards the bill, claiming she did not realise they had left without paying. However, the man has not been in touch. Perkins said the experience was demoralising but praised public support since the footage was shared.
