Police seek alleged Moose dine and dashers

Green River police are looking for a couple alleged to have stiffed a local restaurant on a $100 meal.

According to information from the Green River Police Department, the incident occurred at the Krazy Moose Feb. 14 during its Valentine’s Day dinner service. A man with long hair described as wearing a turquoise shirt and woman ate a meal and left without paying. The department speculates the couple could have been passing through the area, but haven’t ruled out the possibility of the couple living locally.

While somewhat rare, Krazy Moose co-owner Blair Graham said the crime, officially referred to as defrauding an innkeeper, can become a problem for restaurants. He said it usually happens only once or twice a year, but says it can have a large impact on the server involved.

While the restaurant itself takes a loss on the food ordered, Blair said the most upsetting part of the crime is its effect on a server, who in this case lost a $20 tip. He said it can also have an impact on the server’s morale as it represents lost wages due to servers’ reliance on tips for income.

Residents with information about the couple are encouraged to contact the Green River Police Department at 872-0555.