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2 Wendy’s employees accused of serving food from trash, police say
By Lorenza Medley, Akim Powell at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· June 23, 2026
· 2 min read
UNION, S.C. (WHNS/Gray News) - Two Wendy’s employees in South Carolina are accused of spitting and serving food from the trash, according to authorities.According to the Union Public Safety Department, 23-year-old Aaliyah Shuntai Sanders and 19-year-old Trinity Lashell Rice were charged with tamp...
Key takeaway On May 31, a customer ordered food from the Wendy’s drive-thru but had an issue with it and told staff.
Why this matters in The Midland
The disturbing incident in South Carolina raises concerns for Midland residents who frequent local fast food establishments. While the alleged food tampering occurred outside of the Permian Basin area, it serves as a reminder for local consumers to be vigilant about their food safety. Midland County health inspectors regularly monitor restaurants to ensure compliance with food safety regulations, but incidents like this can still occur. Local Wendy's franchises, as well as other fast food chains, should take note of this incident and review their own protocols to prevent similar incidents from happening in Midland. Residents can also take steps to protect themselves by being aware of their food and reporting any issues to management or local health authorities. The Midland community expects a high level of quality and safety from its restaurants, and incidents like this can damage consumer trust if not addressed promptly.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? UNION, S.C. (WHNS/Gray News) - Two Wendy’s employees in South Carolina are accused of spitting and serving food from the trash, according to authorities.According to the Union Public Safety Department, 23-year-old Aaliyah Shuntai Sanders and 19-year-old Trinity Lashell Rice were charged with tamp...
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