Iconic fast-food chain In-N-Out Burger has announced the closure of its Oakland, California, location, marking the first permanent closure in its 75-year history. The decision comes amidst escalating crime rates in the area, with incidents ranging from car break-ins to armed robberies, posing serious safety concerns for both customers and employees.

JUST IN: The only In-N-Out Burger in Oakland, California is closing down due to rampant crime.

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The In-N-Out, like almost all locations, is busy and profitable however crime is getting so bad that the restaurant is closing down to protect… pic.twitter.com/HTZQR5gnQs

— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) January 22, 2024

The closure, set to take effect on March 24, reflects the severity of the crime situation faced by the Oakland community.

NEW: Bank robbers drag entire ATM in broad daylight through the streets of Oakland, CA, not far from the In-N-Out location that announced they were closing down.

Oakland is like a 3rd world country.

The ATM was stolen from a Bank of America around 7:30 a.m.

One hour earlier, a… pic.twitter.com/9xRbpjKJhL

— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) January 24, 2024

“There have been several In-N-Out Burger locations, which have required relocation throughout our 75 years, however, our Oakland store will be the first location we have closed,” the company said in a statement to Inc. “We feel the frequency and severity of the crimes being encountered by our Customers and Associates leave us no alternative.”

In-N-out is closing its only Oakland location because of "ongoing issues with crime," the company says.

While several locations have been relocated, the company has never closed a location in its 75-year history. https://t.co/pfNk7zEriA

— NBC News (@NBCNews) January 24, 2024

In-N-Out’s Chief Operating Officer, Denny Warnick, emphasized the company’s unwavering commitment to prioritizing the safety and well-being of its patrons and staff. “We have made the decision to close our In-N-Out Burger location in Oakland, California, due to ongoing issues with crime,” Warnick said. “Despite taking repeated steps to create safer conditions, our Customers and Associates are regularly victimized by car break-ins, property damage, theft, and armed robberies.”

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Hi All, my next door neighbors a very kind older Black couple got car jacked this morning in East Oakland while it was pouring raining. The husband was going back and forth putting things in the car. My kids let me know she was screaming…

— Seneca Scott (@SenecaSpeaks21) January 24, 2024

Despite being a bustling and profitable establishment, the Oakland location has become increasingly vulnerable to criminal activities, forcing In-N-Out to make the difficult choice of shutting its doors for good. Approximately 100 employees will either be transferred to nearby restaurants in San Francisco or provided with severance packages.

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— BAY AREA STATE OF MIND (@YayAreaNews) January 17, 2024

The decision to close the Oakland restaurant underscores the broader challenges faced by businesses operating in areas grappling with rising crime rates. In-N-Out’s move comes in the wake of similar decisions by other retailers, including Starbucks and Target, which have cited safety concerns as a primary factor in closing stores in affected communities, CNN reported.

This is why In-And-Out left #Oakland, CA.

Our city is lawless due to failed progressive policies and dishonest, grifting elected officials.

This encampment is immediately behind a Home Depot, just a few minutes from the airport and In-And-Out. #RecallShengThao pic.twitter.com/N8yMbh2bNO

— Seneca Scott (@SenecaSpeaks21) January 22, 2024

Photo: In-N-Out website, https://www.in-n-out.com/menu