UPDATE: FBI Says Turkey Leg Hut Owner Paid THIS MUCH For Accomplices To Burn Rival Bar

A federal court docket listening to in Houston, Texas, has printed many findings from the FBI’s investigation into Lyndell ‘Lynn’ Price. The former Turkey Leg Hut co-owner, along his alleged accomplices, have been arrested on April 18 on arson fees. Now, investigators are presenting all their discoveries in court docket, following a years-long investigation.

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An FBI Agent Testified During The Hearing

Per the Houston Chronicle, FBI agent Deborah Cline took the stand on Thursday, May 1, claiming that Price allegedly paid $1,400 to John Lee Price and Armani Williams to torch Bar 5015. His fellow former industry spouse at Turkey Leg Hut, Steven Rogers, owned the established order. According to Cline, the purpose was once an alleged grudge over a failed industry deal. Cline stated Lyndell Price recruited the duo to douse the bar’s front ramp with fuel and lightweight it up all to settle the rating.

But there was once extra. Lee Price, a former Turkey Leg Hut worker, cooperated with the FBI all over a 2023 Mississippi drug bust. Price confessed that he helped set the bar ablaze on Lyndell Price’s orders. Cline testified that he in the past instructed investigators how Turkey Leg Hut was once a entrance for an enormous weed operation, with masses of kilos of marijuana stashed and shipped within the eating place’s packaging.

Turkey Leg Hut Owner Texted Rogers He’d “Blow Up” His Bar

Agent Cline alleged that Lyndell Price have been focused on Rogers since 2019, when Rogers bought Bar 5015. Initially, Rogers deliberate to workforce up with Lyndell Price and his ex-wife, Nakia Holmes, however sponsored out. That sparked rigidity between the pair. When Lyndell Price later rolled as much as the bar with a “box of cash” to shop for in, Rogers close him down. That’s when Lyndell Price allegedly fired off texts to Rogers, mocking Bar 5015 for allegedly being a knockoff of Turkey Leg Hut. Price additionally warned him the spot would “blow up.” Additionally, legislation enforcement additionally raided Lyndell Price’s condominium, the place they found out an arsenal, together with a flamethrower and unregistered weapons.

Lyndell Price’s Not Guilty Plea & His Estranged Wife’s Statement

Lyndell Price pleaded no longer responsible to a three-count indictment, together with conspiracy to devote arson and the usage of an interstate facility to torch a car. After the listening to, the pass judgement on ordered Lyndell Price to be held with out bond. Williams and Lee Price walked unfastened pending long run court docket dates.

Meanwhile, Price’s estranged spouse instructed ESSENCE she’s fiercely protective her peace, her youngsters, and their “healing journey.” She described the case as a non-public nightmare and printed having cut up from Price some time in the past.

“In light of the recent events involving my estranged husband, Lynn Price, I want to make it clear that my primary focus remains on protecting my peace, my children, and our healing journey,” she stated. “This is a deeply painful and personal matter. I have been separated from Mr. Price for some time and have taken every necessary step to distance myself and my family from his actions and legal affairs. My children and I ask for privacy, compassion, and understanding as we continue to move forward with strength and grace. I will not be commenting further at this time, as my priority is the well-being of my family.”

Former Turkey Leg Hut co-owner Lyndell Price has pleaded no longer responsible to fees associated with the explosive 2020 hearth at a bar in Houston’s Third Ward. @DeniseFOX26 explains the costs and reads a observation from Price’s estranged spouse and previous industry spouse. pic.twitter.com/eYIdopaxSN

— FOX26Houston (@FOX26Houston) May 1, 2025

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