ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (WFLA) — A St. Petersburg restaurant worker was arrested Tuesday evening after police said he sprayed grease on two employees.
Police said around 7:30 p.m., employees at the PoFolks at 2001 34th Street North had an altercation in the kitchen.
Officers said one worker, Ocassio Cubby, 53, sprayed hot grease on two employees.
A woman and a man, both employees, suffered burns and were taken to the Tampa General Hospital burn unit for treatment. Officers said their injuries are not considered life-threatening at this time.
Cubby was taken into custody and is being charged with two counts of aggravated battery, according to police.