A crook who robbed a chicken shop was unable to open the till so just took some fried food instead, according to police.
They entered a Popeyes in New Orleans on Monday and tried to steal the money, Nola reports.
However, they soon realised the cash register was not going to open.
So instead they simply grabbed some fried chicken and fled.
The amount of food taken is unclear.
Since the incident, New Orleans Police department stated officers have arrested a suspect.
Philip Lee, 27, was arrested on allegations of simple robbery and simple battery.
He appeared in court where a bond for bail was set at $13,500.
