Security’s Heartless Act: Homeless Man’s Sleeping Bag Soaked in Bleach
On a freezing night outside a McDonald’s on Victoria Street, London, a homeless man named Aaron McCarthy faced a disturbing encounter as a security guard allegedly deliberately soaked his sleeping bag with dirty water and what he claims to be bleach.
The incident unfolded when McCarthy, sitting near a Nationwide bank branch, refused to move as instructed by the security guards, leading to a hostile confrontation.
Homeless Man Demands Apology: McDonald’s Security Sparks Outrage
The shocking incident, captured in footage shared on social media, reveals a security guard mopping the floor near McCarthy, prompting furious reactions from onlookers.
McCarthy, recalling the night, expressed his distress, emphasizing that the act was intended to keep homeless people away. He demands an apology from McDonald’s, stating that the water had bleach, and the cold, wet bedding on a winter night posed a serious risk to his well-being.
Life Struggles of a Homeless Man with PTSD
Aaron McCarthy, a 25-year-old from Ireland, reveals the hardships of his life, having experienced homelessness since the age of 18.
He narrates being stabbed, enduring physical assaults, and grappling with mental health issues that led to his current situation. McCarthy, who receives a £700 per month Personal Independence Payment, emphasizes the challenges he faces, including recent reductions in Universal Credit.
McDonald’s Response and Removal of Security Guards
McDonald’s, upon learning of the incident, expressed shock and sadness, swiftly taking action to permanently remove the third-party security guards involved. The fast-food chain issued a public apology, expressing remorse for the mistreatment of the homeless man.
The spokesperson emphasized McDonald’s commitment to treating all individuals, especially vulnerable ones, with respect and pledged to work with the council to locate McCarthy and make amends.
