Buffalo Bills’ RB James Cook resolves $1,028 tab dispute with downtown venue, praised for professionalism
Buffalo Bills running back left Demu nightclub without paying his tab in September and subsequently, a complaint was filed with the police.
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James Cook started the 2024 season really well, gaining 71 yards from carrying the ball 19 times in week 1. Cook continued his form even after the Bills hit a wall in the last couple of games.
The 25-year-old is among quarterback Josh Allen’s favorite targets, but recent reports suggest that he might have to rethink his strategies.
According to WIVB TV reporter Nick Veronica, James Cook is under police investigation after a proprietor of a nightclub lodged a complaint that the running back ran up a bill and left without paying.
A police report posted by Veronica on X revealed that David Robida, who is the owner of the Venu Nite Club, complained that Cook bought a $600 bottle of Don Julio, a $200 bottle of Belaire, a bottle of Fiji water at $40, and a $20 energy drink, which totaled to $1,028, from his establishment on September 21, 2024. However, Cook left without paying the bill.
The nightclub owner issued a clarification on James Cook’s dine-and-dash situation
After the police complaint became public knowledge, the establishment issued a new statement. They provided a fresh perspective on what happened on that night and the following days.
On September 21, we had a sold-out DJ show. In attendance was Buffalo Bills running back James Cook. James was very polite and well-mannered. Unfortunately, he forgot to pay his tab. Since then, Mr. Cook has contacted us and fixed the situation and has been very polite and respectful.
A social media post from the nightclub read
According to the nightclub authorities, celebrities are frequent visitors to their place, and sometimes mistakes do tend to happen. However, they bear no ill will toward Cook because of the way he handled the situation later on.
Venu, a music venue on W. Chippewa Street in downtown Buffalo, released this statement about Bills RB James Cook.
— Nick Veronica (@NickVeronica) October 11, 2024
According to a police report, Cook left without paying a $1,028 bill last month. Venu says Cook was "very polite and respectful" while remediating the situation. pic.twitter.com/7K2RUw5UzJ
Venu further added that they did not file any police charges against Cook.
Despite some media outlets reporting, no charges are being filed and the situation has been handled. There’s no media story to report. We welcome Mr. Cook back at any time and wish him the best throughout the rest of the season. Go Bills!!!
the establishment authorities wrote
According to reports, James Cook did not practice on Thursday as he is still recovering from a knock he took in the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans in week 5.
The Bills will face their division rivals, the New York Jets, on Monday night football as they fight to take control over the #1 spot in the AFC East.
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