VIDOR, Texas — The owner of a Vidor restaurant is saying that a man tried to break into the building early Friday morning.
James McCullar, co-owner of Jimmy Nick's BBQ, believes the suspect was trying to steal the A/C unit on December 22, 2023.
McCullar says that the suspect broke into the breaker box and disconnected wires then broke the door handle of the restaurant. They will have to replace the door handle, McCullar said.
The suspect was seen scoping out the area before trying to break in, according to McCullar.
McCullar has filed a police report and is following up on tips from the community. He is offering a cash reward for the identity of the suspect, according to his Facebook post.
Jimmy Nick's is located at 105 Sargent Street in Vidor.
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This is a developing story. We will update with more if and when we receive more confirmed information.