Former Flanigan’s Manager Accused of Stealing Over $33,000

Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, August 26, 2026 —

HALLANDALE BEACH, FL – Orlando Armin Villasmil Noriega, a former manager at Flanigan’s Seafood Bar and Grill in Hallandale Beach, has been arrested and charged with grand theft. Authorities allege that Noriega stole more than $33,000 from the restaurant during a period spanning eight days in April.

The alleged theft occurred between April 18 and April 26 of this year. According to the accusation, the total amount stolen exceeds $33,000. Details regarding the specific methods used in the alleged theft or how the funds were taken were not immediately available.

Noriega was taken into custody following the accusations. The charge against him is grand theft, a serious offense typically involving the theft of property valued above a certain threshold. The exact value of the stolen funds, reported as over $33,000, falls within the parameters for such a charge.

The Flanigan’s Seafood Bar and Grill location where the alleged incident took place is situated in Hallandale Beach. Information regarding the initial discovery of the missing funds or the timeline of the investigation was not provided.

As of the latest reports, Noriega faces a grand theft charge. Further details regarding his arrest, the ongoing investigation, or any potential court proceedings were not disclosed.

Story summarized from the original created by Ryan Mackey on www.local10.com, see more information here.