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Popeyes Faces $1.5M Lawsuit Over Fried Chicken Object

8/13/2026

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Justin Howard and Danielle McKinnon sued Popeyes and its parent Restaurant Brands International for $1.5 million on August 3, 2026.
They say a condom-like object was found in fried chicken on July 25, 2026 at the Houston restaurant.
The plaintiffs allege negligence and violations of the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act.
Popeyes said video shows the object was likely a restaurant glove, called the incident unacceptable, and issued a refund and apology.

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Justin Howard and Danielle McKinnon sued Popeyes and its parent Restaurant Brands International for $1.5 million on August 3, 2026.
They say a condom-like object was found in fried chicken on July 25, 2026 at the Houston restaurant.
The plaintiffs allege negligence and violations of the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act.
Popeyes said video shows the object was likely a restaurant glove, called the incident unacceptable, and issued a refund and apology.