Willy Wonka experience: Mother fighting terminal cancer among parents battling for refund over Glasgow chocolate factory scam

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Police were called to a ‘Willy Wonka-inspired’ event as Scots families demand refunds and kids in tears At the turn of the month, Mr Coulls - described by actors as “out of his depth” on the frantic opening morning - promised to refund all 850 ticket purchases after police were called and the event was shut down. I took some videos of the creepy character - she was scared of that and the emptiness of the warehouse.” open image in gallery Maryanne Mccormack’s daughter Perri smiling under the makeshift rainbow and next to the hardworking Oompa Loompa Ms Mccormack said she was blocked on social media by organisers when she pressed for a refund that was promised by Mr Coulls as he was surrounded by irate parents on the day. I’m still recovering from it all.” Unknown character from Glasgow Wonka experience scares children in viral clip Actors drafted at the last minute to play the roles of Oompa Loompas or Willy Wonka said they “weren’t holding their breath” to get their own £500 fees despite the event being shut down just hours after opening the doors. open image in gallery ‘Had a better time in Ikea’ parents complain about Wonka experience “Regarding the refunds, I am committed to rectifying this situation.