Event Brief
Whataburger Staff Fends Off Attacker with Trash Can
Filed: Feb 25, 2026 at 10:08 AM ET
Summary: A viral video shows a Whataburger manager using a trash can to defend against an abusive customer in Paris, Texas.
WHO: Whataburger staff, Anthony William Newhuis
WHAT: Staff defended against an attacker using a trash can
WHEN: Feb 25, 2026 at 9:53 AM ET
WHERE: Paris
WHY: To fend off an abusive customer
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