An off-duty cop tackled a man threatening to burn down a Glasgow restaurant while out for a meal with his wife.The 42-year-old was enjoying a nice lunch at the Ashoka in Ashton Lane when the drama unfolded, the Sunday Mail reports.The would-be arsonist had been asked to leave the popular restaurant twice after arguing with a waiter.
"I'd seen him outside smoking so I knew he had a source of ignition and you can't be prepared to let that happen - you don't take the chance. "When he tried to leave, I restrained him on the floor until my colleagues arrived a few minutes later.David had ordered South Indian garlic chilli chicken and his wife lamb pardesi to go with their starters, which were then delivered to his table.
He told Glasgow Sheriff Court: "The events are almost akin to a movie plot. An off-duty police officer stepping up to save the day - it certainly has an air of Die Hard to it.David, who is from Glasgow, has had plenty of ribbing from his colleagues about the Die Hard references.No motive was given in court for the threat.
I'd just like to thank the reporter for letting us know what David & his wife ordered to eat that day.😳
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