Illegal Dirty Ice Cream Vendor Threatens Demonstration After Yeovil Real News Exposé

August 11, 2024

Illegal Dirty Ice Cream Vendor Threatens Demonstration After Yeovil Real News Exposé

Date: August 11, 2024

A Yeovil ice cream vendor, Polly Pike, who operates under the name Lavina,trading as Coco Ice, has taken to social media to threaten a demonstration outside a private residence in Yeovil following a recent exposé by Yeovil Real News. The report highlighted the uncleanliness of her ice cream van, which has sparked outrage among local residents.

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Complaints and Concerns

The controversy began after several Yeovil residents lodged complaints about the quality of ice cream served by Lavina's van.

Parents reported that their children fell ill after consuming the ice cream, describing it as sour-tasting and suspecting it was made from expired or poorly stored ingredients. Concerned about the potential health risks, these residents reached out to Yeovil Real News, prompting an investigation.

The investigation uncovered significant hygiene issues with Lavina's ice cream van. Former customers and legitimate vendors came forward with evidence that pointed to unsanitary conditions and a lack of adherence to basic food safety standards. Photographs and testimonies provided by these sources revealed a troubling pattern of neglect, raising serious questions about the vendor’s practices.

Threats of Demonstration At Wrong Address

In response to the exposé, Polly Pike took to social media, claiming she is being "slandered" and that the reports are baseless. Despite the mounting evidence against her, Lavina has now threatened to hold a demonstration outside the private residence of an individual she believes is responsible for the news report.

Her social media posts have sparked further concern among the community, with many residents expressing outrage at her attempts to intimidate those who have spoken out about the issues with her business. Some have called for authorities to intervene to prevent any potential escalation, whilst it's understood Avon & Somerset Police have been informed.

Although, Pike, who's been searching the streets of Yeovil, whilst filming live on social media to her audience of just 20 viewers, has the wrong address, with the property housing two old age pensioners from Ukraine, who have fled from the war.

Stalker 😂 pic.twitter.com/iimoeyYqJi
— Steve Day (@Daya66) August 11, 2024

Meanwhile, Pike (Lavina) believes it's the home address of the owner of the Global Media group that operates Yeovil Real News as one of it's regional media outlets.

Public Reaction and Calls for Action

The reaction from the Yeovil community has been swift and vocal. Many residents are standing by the findings of Yeovil Real News and are calling for Lavina's ice cream business to be shut down. There are growing demands for a full investigation by local health authorities to ensure that food safety standards are being upheld across all mobile vendors in the area.

One concerned parent stated, "It's unacceptable that someone would prioritise profit over the health and safety of our children. The evidence is clear, and the authorities need to take action before more people get sick.'

Meanwhile evidence suppliers to Yeovil Real News have also been threatened.' Things have got very nasty now with her threats as she threatens me and others' said one intimidated resident.

Legal and Health Implications

With the evidence against Lavina piling up, legal experts suggest that she could face serious consequences if found guilty of violating health codes. The local council and health inspectors are expected to look into the complaints and the information provided by Yeovil Real News.

In the meantime, residents are being urged to avoid purchasing from the vendor until the situation is resolved. The case has also prompted calls for more stringent regulation and oversight of mobile food vendors to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Conclusion

As the situation continues to unfold, the community of Yeovil remains on edge, watching closely to see how the authorities will respond to the allegations against Lavina, including harassment to refugees and her pending claims of a demonstration at a private residence. Although With public health at stake, there is a strong demand for accountability and action to ensure that all vendors operating in the area meet the highest standards of cleanliness and safety.

Meanwhile the Chief Executive of the Global Media Group and It's Chairman are expected to make a public statement later today.