DOYLESTOWN, Pa. – A local pizzeria in Bucks County turned into the site of a violent altercation earlier this week, as two male teenagers entered Deliza Pizza on Butler Avenue in New Britain around 2:30 p.m. on Monday.
According to police reports, the situation escalated when the 16-year-old suspect engaged in an argument with an employee and proceeded to punch them in the face. The employee retaliated by pushing the suspect to the ground, at which point an 18-year-old named Panajotis Tafa, identified by authorities, intervened by brandishing a knife.
In a brave attempt to intervene, a Good Samaritan tried to stop Tafa from further assaulting the employee but ended up getting stabbed in the arm in the process. Following the incident, Tafa turned himself in to the police on Monday after an arrest warrant was issued for charges of aggravated assault and other related offenses.
Law enforcement officials also noted that a written accusation has been filed against the juvenile involved in the altercation at the pizzeria. The motive behind the attack or any additional details surrounding the incident have not been disclosed at this time.
The community has been shaken by the violent events that unfolded during what should have been a routine lunchtime at the local eatery. As residents and authorities alike grapple with the aftermath of the assault, questions arise regarding the presence of weapons and the safety measures in place at such establishments.
Efforts to ensure the safety of employees and customers at businesses like Deliza Pizza take on renewed importance in the wake of this incident. The repercussions of the violent encounter underline the need for vigilance and preventative measures to avoid similar situations in the future.
As investigations into the altercation continue, the community remains on edge, hoping for swift justice and effective steps to prevent such acts of violence from occurring again in their neighborhood. The impact of this episode serves as a stark reminder of the ever-present need for security and protection in public spaces.