Restaurant Manager in Winder Arrested for Kidnapping and Raping Employee

Daniel Barrios Catalan, 46, co-owner and manager of Latin Flavors restaurant in Winder, has been arrested and charged with Kidnapping and Rape.  

The Winder Police Department alleges that Barrios Catalan kidnapped and raped an 18-year-old employee after providing her with alcohol following her shift at the restaurant.  

A mandated reporter at a local hospital reported the allegation to police after the victim sought treatment.  

The investigation determined that on the night of March 1, 2025, Barrios Catalan provided the victim with alcohol at the restaurant, then escorted her to a private area. He later drove her to his home early the following morning. The victim became heavily intoxicated and lost consciousness.  

Barrios Catalan was booked into the Barrow County Jail on March 7, 2025.  

The investigation is active and ongoing, and the case will be forwarded to the Barrow County District Attorney’s Office for prosecution upon completion.