Former Turkey Leg Hut Co-Owner Lyndell Price Indicted for 2020 Bar Arson and Explosion

Federal Charges for Bar Arson

• 🎯 Federal prosecutors allege that Lyndell Price, former co-owner of the now-closed Turkey Leg Hut, planned and hired others to set fire to Bar 5015.
• 💥 The incident, which occurred in June 2020, resulted in a catastrophic explosion that shook the Houston neighborhood and caused damage to nearby businesses.

Allegations and Indictment

• 💡 Investigators claim Price paid two individuals, Armani Williams and John Lee Price, to pour gas at the bar's entrance and ignite it.
• 🚗 Additionally, Lyndell Price allegedly paid the same men to torch a stolen 1975 Chevy Nova.

Community Impact and Legal Proceedings

• 💔 The fire and explosion have had a lasting impact on the close-knit community of business owners who supported each other.
• ⚖️ The accused men appeared in federal court, with one attorney noting the importance of mindful company.
• ⏳ If convicted, the individuals face potential sentences of up to 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
• 🗓️ Lyndell Price is scheduled for another hearing in federal court next Thursday.