Parents and children at a Tallahassee restaurant were stunned when police arrested a man dressed as the beloved Chuck E. Cheese mascot, accusing him of credit card theft.

Authorities say the suspect, identified as Jermel Jones, 41, used a stolen credit card to make over $100 in purchases before being taken into custody. Officers clarified that they were not targeting the children’s entertainment chain itself, but rather the individual wearing the costume.

Witnesses described the scene as chaotic, with kids and parents horrified as officers handcuffed the costumed character inside the restaurant.

Police say Jones is facing charges related to credit card fraud and theft. The incident remains under investigation.