Man Charged with Felony for Stealing McDonald's Soda Cup

     In Naples Florida, police say this Naples man still remains in jail for felony charges after leaving McDonald's without paying for a cup of soda. According to the McDonald's manager, Mark Abaire, 52, entered the McDonald's restraint and asked for a glass of water. The employee had told Abaire that the cup was only for water, but Abaire still filled the cup with soda and walked outside. The McDonald's manager had a conversation with Abaire about him having to pay for the soda (which was $1) but Abaire refused to pay for the soda and refused to leave the premises as well. After police were called Abaire was arrested. Abaire's charge was petty theft, but then was increased into a felony since Abaire had previous petty theft convictions in Florida. In the state of Florida, a third-degree felony can result in a sentence up to five years in prison and a $5,000 fine. Abaire also faces additional charges for trespassing and disorderly intoxication. At the moment he is still remaining in Collier County Jail with a bond set of $6,500.
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