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Just Say Neigh II

A woman in Greater Manchester, England, tried to make a drive-through order at McDonald’s. However, as a company spokeswoman later pointed out, “The health and safety of our customers and staff is our top priority, and for this reason we are unable to serve pedestrians, bicycle riders, or customers on horseback through the drive-thru.” After she was turned away from the drive-through, the woman did the next best thing, and went inside — allegedly bringing her horse with her. The horse then “ended up doing his business on the floor,” according to a police spokesman. “The sight and smell of this caused obvious distress and upset to customers trying to eat, as well as staff members.” (MS/BBC) ...Man, can’t anyone get away with a little horsing around anymore?
Original Publication Date: 28 July 2013
This story is in True’s book collections, in Volume 20.

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