HOUSTON – A single mother from Indiana told KPRC 2 News Reporter Corley Peel she lost her entire life savings after trusting the wrong person with a food truck investment tied to a Houston restaurant concept. The business, called Washington Parq, was located on Washington Avenue and has recently faced legal troubles.

Candice Winters was drawn to the swanky photos and videos of Washington Parq and reached out to the Atlanta-based owner about opening a food truck together.

“He said it would be located on the property. He sent me a contract stating I would put up $20,000 for 20% ownership,” Winters said. “I wired him the money and was told it would open on Memorial Weekend. That never happened.”

For months, Winters says the owner gave her the runaround, even suggesting she apply for multi

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