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2 Wendy’s employees accused of serving food from trash, police say
By Lorenza Medley, Akim Powell at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· 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 Nashville
The disturbing allegations against two Wendy's employees in South Carolina raise concerns about food safety in Nashville 's own fast food establishments. While this incident occurred outside of Davidson County, it prompts questions about the protocols in place at local restaurants to prevent similar incidents. Nashville residents who frequent fast food chains may be wondering what measures are taken to ensure the integrity of their food. The fact that the employees in question were able to allegedly serve food from the trash and spit in a customer's order without immediate detection is alarming. As Nashville's food scene continues to grow, it is crucial for local restaurants to prioritize customer safety and maintain high standards of food handling and preparation. The Nashville community will be watching to see how local eateries respond to this incident and what steps they take to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the city.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
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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