Man allegedly threatened to kill deli staff if they didn't cook him hot chips

A man has been charged after allegedly threatening to kill staff at an East Perth deli after they refused to cook him hot chips.

Western Australia police said the staff at the Bennett Street store told the man the kitchen was closed at about 9pm last night.

Police said the man allegedly showed the staff he was carrying knives and demanded the food be prepared for him.

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"Fearing for their safety, the staff commenced cooking his order and notified police," WA Police said in a statement.

The 24-year-old man from Parmelia was refused bail and faced Perth Magistrates Court today on several charges.

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They include threatening to kill, being armed in a way that may cause fear, and failing to comply with a request to give police personal details.

However, he is not accused of armed robbery because he paid for the chips.

He will remain in custody until he faces court again.

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