MANCHESTER, MO (First Alert 4) – Local businesses are facing a growing problem of customers leaving without paying, and Michael’s Bar and Grill on Manchester has been particularly hard hit. After a recent incident involving a fake $1000 bill, the restaurant has decided to take a firm stance, warning that photos of non-paying customers will now be posted on social media.

The establishment, which has served the area for 46 years, has seen a worrying spike in dine-and-dash incidents. “Unfortunately, it’s happened quite a few times lately,” said Kristina Moriarty of Michael’s Bar and Grill.

The latest incident happened Tuesday night. A male customer ordered a hamburger and a couple of side dishes. The bill came to about $40. “Asked the server at the end of his meal if she could give him chan

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