A federal courtroom listening to in Houston, Texas, has revealed many findings from the FBI’s investigation into Lyndell ‘Lynn’ Worth. The previous Turkey Leg Hut co-owner, alongside his alleged accomplices, had been arrested on April 18 on arson prices. Now, investigators are presenting all their discoveries in courtroom, following a years-long investigation.

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An FBI Agent Testified Throughout The Listening to

Per the Houston Chronicle, FBI agent Deborah Cline took the stand on Thursday, Might 1, claiming that Worth allegedly paid $1,400 to John Lee Worth and Armani Williams to torch Bar 5015. His fellow former enterprise associate at Turkey Leg Hut, Steven Rogers, owned the institution. In line with Cline, the motive was an alleged grudge over a failed enterprise deal. Cline stated Lyndell Worth recruited the duo to douse the bar’s entrance ramp with gasoline and light-weight it up all to settle the rating.

However there was extra. Lee Worth, a former Turkey Leg Hut worker, cooperated with the FBI throughout a 2023 Mississippi drug bust. Worth confessed that he helped set the bar ablaze on Lyndell Worth’s orders. Cline testified that he beforehand advised investigators how Turkey Leg Hut was a entrance for an enormous weed operation, with a whole lot of kilos of marijuana stashed and shipped within the restaurant’s packaging.

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

Agent Cline alleged that Lyndell Worth had been focusing on Rogers since 2019, when Rogers bought Bar 5015. Initially, Rogers deliberate to crew up with Lyndell Worth and his ex-wife, Nakia Holmes, however backed out. That sparked stress between the pair. When Lyndell Worth later rolled as much as the bar with a “field of money” to purchase in, Rogers shut him down. That’s when Lyndell Worth allegedly fired off texts to Rogers, mocking Bar 5015 for allegedly being a knockoff of Turkey Leg Hut. Worth additionally warned him the spot would “blow up.” Moreover, legislation enforcement additionally raided Lyndell Worth’s residence, the place they found an arsenal, together with a flamethrower and unregistered weapons.

Lyndell Worth’s Not Responsible Plea & His Estranged Spouse’s Assertion

Lyndell Worth pleaded not responsible to a three-count indictment, together with conspiracy to commit arson and utilizing an interstate facility to torch a automobile. After the listening to, the choose ordered Lyndell Worth to be held with out bond. Williams and Lee Worth walked free pending future courtroom dates.

In the meantime, Worth’s estranged spouse advised ESSENCE she’s fiercely defending her peace, her youngsters, and their “therapeutic journey.” She described the case as a private nightmare and revealed having cut up from Worth some time in the past.

“In gentle of the current occasions involving my estranged husband, Lynn Worth, I wish to make it clear that my main focus stays on defending my peace, my youngsters, and our therapeutic journey,” she stated. “This can be a deeply painful and private matter. I’ve been separated from Mr. Worth for a while and have taken each needed step to distance myself and my household from his actions and authorized affairs. My youngsters and I ask for privateness, compassion, and understanding as we proceed to maneuver ahead with energy and beauty. I can’t be commenting additional at the moment, as my precedence is the well-being of my household.”

Former Turkey Leg Hut co-owner Lyndell Worth has pleaded not responsible to prices associated to the explosive 2020 hearth at a bar in Houston’s Third Ward. @DeniseFOX26 explains the fees and reads an announcement from Worth’s estranged spouse and former enterprise associate. pic.twitter.com/eYIdopaxSN

— FOX26Houston (@FOX26Houston) Might 1, 2025

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