04/24/2026
šØ Roadkill Found Inside Restaurant Freezer Sparks Investigation
A shocking discovery at a Chinese restaurant has triggered an investigation after police say a dead animalābelieved to be roadkillāwas found stored alongside food meant for customers.
The situation unfolded in Pineville, after a viral Facebook post accused a local restaurant of keeping a dead animal inside its freezer.
Police responded to the complaint and went to the restaurant to investigate the disturbing claims.
When officers arrived, they discovered:
* The animal in question was a deer
* It had allegedly been collected after being found dead on the side of the road
* The deer carcass was stored inside the restaurantās freezer
Even more concerningāpolice say the carcass was found alongside other food items that were reportedly intended to be served to customers.
Following the discovery, authorities contacted multiple agencies, including:
* The Louisiana Department of Health
* The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries
Both agencies have launched their own investigations into potential health code violations and illegal possession of wildlife.
Officials noted that collecting roadkillāespecially deerācan be illegal without proper authorization, and it also raises serious concerns about contamination and food safety.
In response to the backlash, the restaurant issued a public apology, claiming:
* The deer was never intended to be served to customers
* It was improperly stored
* The facility has since been cleaned and sanitized
They also stated they are cooperating fully with investigators and have corrected procedures to prevent this from happening again.
The case has quickly gained attention online, leaving many questioning how the situation was allowed to happen and whether customers were ever put at risk.
As the investigation continues, officials are working to determine:
* Whether any laws were broken
* If health violations occurred
* And whether further action or charges will be filed
