Oakland Taco Bell Restaurants Close Indoor Dining Due to Crime Concerns

Several Taco Bell restaurants in Oakland, California, have closed their dining rooms and are only offering drive-thru service due to a surge in crime, with one location being robbed four times since November. The rise in crime has also led to closures and safety concerns for other fast-food chains and businesses in the area, prompting some to go cashless or shut down entirely. The city has seen a significant increase in robberies and burglaries, leading to heightened security measures and closures, while state and local officials are taking steps to address the issue.