Walmart rarely ever takes a break when it comes to high crime problems including shootings, robberies, arson, crashes and much more.
They had at least nine shootings this month, including at least three that resulted in deaths, one of which was a suicide, one of the non-fatal ones was an officer involved shooting, and another also involved two stabbings, and several others involved injuries big or small. As usual several of them were robberies or domestic violence arguments.
In addition to the suicide there was another attempted suicide by someone that closed his car and put a hose from the tail pipe into it, but a police officer prevented him from completing it. It's surprisingly common for people to go to Walmart to commit suicide, many homeless are herded there because they have no place else to go, including many that die from natural causes, once again because they have no place else to go and they have no access to health care.
Counting the three people that died from gun shots there were a total of at least twelve people that died, or were found dead at Walmart including three that died in accidents or as a result of complications happening after an accident, one that died as a result of an argument leading to him being punched, and several that were presumably natural causes, one that had been in the parking lot for a days if not weeks before being noticed, which isn't that uncommon. One of the deaths was remains that were found in a wooded area nearby that had been there for months if not longer, and another was south of the Texas border in Mexico where the drug cartels left someone’s head with a warning in a shopping cart. However, this is not typical of the Hispanic community, especially on this side of the border as propaganda often implies. On this side of that border at that end is Brownesville and at the other end of the Texas and Mexico border is El Paso; but even though they both have large Hispanic majorities (94% and 80%) and relatively low income, they have less than half the national murder rates in large cities that are usually above average.
There were at least eleven more gun related crimes, mostly robberies either of the store or of customers in the parking lot, including one where they stole a car. One of the armed robbers informed an employee that his gun was his "receipt" when he was asked for it. There were also more thefts at the Self-check-out lane which have been increasing since they began them, and there should be little or no doubt that their attempts to cut down on employee expenses are a major part of the reason for their high crime problems which are putting people in danger. This is not only because it is an invitation for people to shoplift; but it also results in an enormous amount of angry customers and workers, the vast majority of which don't respond with crime, but when they all get ignored it is inevitable that some of them will.
They even have their vendors fighting each other in a feud where one of them damaged the display of another, which might remind people that pay attention that this isn't a competitive market at all anymore, it's an oligarchy where a hand full of corporations divide up the retail sector and control it using divide and rule tactics against their own vendors, workers, and customers, with Walmart taking the lion's share, thanks to help from politicians pushing their stores through with tax breaks enabling them to put sincere businesses out of business. These stores, to a large degree, are actually massive consignment stores where vendors rent space and pay slotting fees, often sending their won workers to stock the shelves.
It's only when they fight each other like this that the traditional media mentions it at all, often so that Walmart can deny responsibility. To find out how our economy really works people need to read alternative media outlets, and even then a large portion of it is kept secret, or as they call it "proprietary," which sounds sophisticated enabling them to try to claim, falsely that this secrecy is for our benefit.
One of their workers stole thousands of dollars for her mother’s surgery, yet there's little or no attempt to make health care available for workers, any more than they make fair wages available enabling them to use this to control them as well. And in case of emergencies like the false air raids in Hawaii, they once again showed that they have little or no concern for the public when they threw panicked customers out. In a real emergency this could be much worse; our government rigs the economy to benefit the oligarchies, yet they have no responsibilities to the public.
There are also more cases where the workers or cops are involved in fraud, or in one case an assistant manager that was caught filming a boy in the restroom. But even though these police, management, or loss prevention officers are treated much more leniently, when they do get caught they're rarely held accountable when they jump to conclusion about their own workers or customers, that are often false.
There were also at least two cases where people were chased with machete's which happens more often than most people would suspect and several additional stabbings or attempted stabbings. They had over half a dozen crashes, chases or carjacking’s, including one where teens were arrested for stalking and robbing an eighty-one year old of her car. This was in Florida and they were surprisingly, or not so surprisingly, quick to decide to try a twelve year old as an adult.
This is now routine, and the only things some of these authoritarian states seem to know how to do is to increase the threat of punishment, even when it doesn't work, it's only applied to the poor, mostly minorities, and other methods have proven more effective. Places that do a better job providing child care or early education, either in the United States, or even better other parts of the developed world, are much less likely to have this problem in the first place.
There were about half a dozen or so fires as well, including what looks like another attempted suicide and at least one or two that were probably arson. Just four or five years ago it was typical to have one or two fires every month, now there are almost always at least two or three times that many.
Those are just a handful of the highest profile cases, but there's always much more including fights with police or loss prevention officer, a variety of threats, sex crimes, an attempted robbery where the robber knocks over a nine year old that happens to be in the wrong place at the wrong time, several people escaping attempted abductions, and another FBI impersonator stalking people.
Walmart has been exposed again for ruining people’s engines as a result of oil changes done badly. This has happened dozens of times over the years, sometimes they simply forget to put oil back in or don't actually do the work they charge for. Searching Twitter or Google quickly turns up many more of these stories, often with credible confirmation, but the traditional media only reports it in a low profile manner.
They're being sued again for numerous environmental cases, and deceiving people over organic eggs, which is similar to many other cases showing that they have absolutely no credibility. They used Machiavellian tactics, when closing their stores all at once again, but did it in such an incompetent manner that it managed to anger everyone, bragging about raising wages, then only ours later announcing massive layoffs and reports that they closed without any notice to either customers or workers took lots of people by surprise when they often showed up for work or to go shopping only to find that the doors were locked.
There should be no doubt Walmart feels absolutely no responsibility to the public, and there is absolutely no way they would behave this way if they didn't think they had all these politicians in their pockets.
Not only is their behavior atrocious but they should be considered a far greater threat to democracy than these so-called terrorists, many that are incited by outrageous behavior by multinational corporations like Walmart or the oil companies.
Walmart has been exposed again for having the most employees on food stamps, even long term employees that can't earn a living working full time, and when they're done with them they often fire them for flimsy excuses, including another elderly greater that has spent a long time working for them, who is joining the list of people suing.
They're studying how to manipulate people even more trading customer information with suppliers who submit to their demands enabling them to study how to manipulate people based on shopping habits, using robots to keep track of their inventory; and they even want to become health care providers.
If they can't be trusted with anything else, who would even think of trusting Walmart with their health?
They've also had more recalls, including baby rattles that could break and be a choking hazard; and think twice before you trust them to transfer money, one woman had hers stolen through a scam that wasn't committed by Walmart, but they might have enabled it and wouldn't take responsibility for it any more than they take responsibility for anything else.
Even the Bats are going wild at Walmart, literally!
They've always had a big problem with pest control, and frankly, it shouldn't be surprising; how can anyone possibly believe that such a large store would be easy to keep sanitary enough for food? This would be basic sense, anyplace but Walmart!
Walmart insanity is enough to make you want to go running around naked screaming grabbing people!
Well maybe not you, but apparently, possibly, someone else.
Strange things happen at Wal-Mart!
In 2006 Wake Up Wal-Mart did a study, "Is Wal-Mart Safe?" based on incidents in 2004, (PDF) about crime at Wal-Mart which showed that it increased when Wal-Marts opened up and that crime was higher at Wal-Mart than at other retailers. Since then Wal-Mart Shootings began compiling a list of gun related incidents at Wal-Mart and demonstrated that they have a large number of them, including on average more than one shooting per week somewhere in the country. In January of 2014 another study, "Rolling Back Prices and Raising Crime Rates?" provided additional statistical research indicating that Wal-Mart might be contributing to higher crime rates or at least a slowing of the decline in crime. The study found that. “on average, communities with Walmarts had 17 more property crimes and two more violent crimes per 10,000 people than those communities without Walmarts.” I reviewed this more in Wal-Mart’s crime problem, Rolling Back Safety more than prices? where I explained that although this study is helpful they could have done better with additional data that is available and I reviewed some of that. I also added my own review about why I think that Wal-Mart policies have been contributing to higher crime in a previous blog, Wal-Mart high crime rate continues un-investigaterd and have provided additional information under the author tag Walmart Crime Watch.
Stacy Mitchell has also compiled a list of other studies about Wal-Mart and how they impact society, Key Studies on Big-Box Retail & Independent Business. To the best of my knowledge Wal-Mart has done as little as they seem to get away with, often relying on rhetoric that isn't backed up with action, when it comes to addressing any of their critics concerns, including crime. One of the responses they’ve come up with is what they call "Restorative Justice" which gives first time shoplifters a chance to avoid being arrested or any criminal record if they take an on line course which costs $400 up front or $500 in payments, plus perhaps, reparations. This has been part of the privatization process and often denies suspects of the due process or access to a lawyer, perhaps even intimidating and extorting from some people that might not even be guilty. Walmart seems to be trying to find a way to turn crime into a profit making situation instead of looking for the most effective ways to reduce it. Making Change at Walmart is asking If you or someone you know has gone through @Walmart's "Restorative Justice" program for first-time suspected shoplifters, send us a DM. 03/30/2017 to ensure that it isn’t doing more harm than good. I did my own review of this program as well at Walmart’s “Restorative Justice” Endangers Public Without Reducing Crime. The following are a list of incidents that occurred in January 2018. According to the "Is Wal-Mart Safe?" the average store in their sampling had 250 incidents per year, indicating that these are only a fraction of the crime reports at Wal-Mart, and presumably, the ones most likely to make the news on the internet nationwide. This isn't statistically representative, as the 2006 or the "Rolling Back Prices and Raising Crime Rates?" study or some of the studies cited by Stacy Mitchell; but it does provide some additional information that may help recognize how many problems there are at Wal-Mart.
Shots fired Monday afternoon at Colorado Walmart in west Greeley 01/01/2018
At least three people were involved in an altercation that ended up with a gun being fired Monday afternoon at the Walmart in west Greeley.
According to Greeley Police Lt. Scott Smith, there was a report of shots fired about 2:15 p.m. at the store, 920 47th Ave. There were no reported injuries and minimal damage to property, as there was an uninvolved vehicle that was struck by a bullet, Smith said.
Smith said there was a disturbance in the Walmart parking lot, which led to the shooting, according to witness statements and video surveillance. He did not immediately know how many shots were fired.
"From what we understand, while people were involved in this altercation in the parking lot, somebody came from the store, saw it and fired the gun," Smith said. Complete article
At least three people were involved in an altercation that ended up with a gun being fired Monday afternoon at the Walmart in west Greeley.
According to Greeley Police Lt. Scott Smith, there was a report of shots fired about 2:15 p.m. at the store, 920 47th Ave. There were no reported injuries and minimal damage to property, as there was an uninvolved vehicle that was struck by a bullet, Smith said.
Smith said there was a disturbance in the Walmart parking lot, which led to the shooting, according to witness statements and video surveillance. He did not immediately know how many shots were fired.
"From what we understand, while people were involved in this altercation in the parking lot, somebody came from the store, saw it and fired the gun," Smith said. Complete article
Pa. Woman who thought grandson was in jail is out $4,500 in Walmart gift cards 01/02/2018
Former NJ pastor pleads no-contest to choking 4-month-old girl at Kansas Walmart 01/01/2018
Man flees Va. Walmart in truck after stealing electronics 01/02/2018
Highland Ill. Police looking for suspect in Walmart theft 01/02/2018
Police: Short Pump Va. driver struck Walmart shopper 01/02/2018
SHORT PUMP, Va. — A woman was arrested January 1 after an incident outside the Walmart store in Short Pump.
Henrico Police were called to the 11400 block of West Broad Street, near Pouncey Tract Road, to investigate reports of a car hitting a pedestrian.
“The victim reported a vehicle struck shopping carts which, in turn, struck him,” a Henrico Police spokesperson said about Monday’s incident. “Witnesses attempted to keep the driver at the scene, but she struck one witness with her car and left. The witnesses provided a description of the driver and the license plate of the vehicle. They also stated there was a child in the car.” Complete article
SHORT PUMP, Va. — A woman was arrested January 1 after an incident outside the Walmart store in Short Pump.
Henrico Police were called to the 11400 block of West Broad Street, near Pouncey Tract Road, to investigate reports of a car hitting a pedestrian.
“The victim reported a vehicle struck shopping carts which, in turn, struck him,” a Henrico Police spokesperson said about Monday’s incident. “Witnesses attempted to keep the driver at the scene, but she struck one witness with her car and left. The witnesses provided a description of the driver and the license plate of the vehicle. They also stated there was a child in the car.” Complete article
Mobile Alabama man wanted for assaulting elderly customer in Wal-Mart 01/02/2018
Mobile Police are searching for a man they say was caught on camera following an assault on a senior citizen in a Wal-Mart in Tillman's Corner.
The incident occurred on December 14, 2017. According to the MPD Cyber Intelligence Unit, an unknown suspect was attempting to get through an aisle, in which several people were standing in his way.
The suspect, police say, punched a 72-year-old male in his back, causing an incident in the store. Complete article
Mobile Police are searching for a man they say was caught on camera following an assault on a senior citizen in a Wal-Mart in Tillman's Corner.
The incident occurred on December 14, 2017. According to the MPD Cyber Intelligence Unit, an unknown suspect was attempting to get through an aisle, in which several people were standing in his way.
The suspect, police say, punched a 72-year-old male in his back, causing an incident in the store. Complete article
California man found dead in Kalispell Montana Walmart parking lot 01/02/2018
A homeless man from California was found dead in the back of a van in the early morning hours of Dec. 29 in the parking lot of Walmart in Kalispell.
Walmart employees called in the van after it had been parked for an extended period of time and they noticed there weren't any tracks around it as they removed snow from the parking lot. Upon closer approach to the vehicle, they saw the body.
According to Flathead County Sheriff Chuck Curry, 61-year-old David Martinez appeared to have been living in the van and died of natural causes. The official cause of death will not be known until the toxicology report is returned from the state crime lab, which Curry said can take weeks. Complete article
A homeless man from California was found dead in the back of a van in the early morning hours of Dec. 29 in the parking lot of Walmart in Kalispell.
Walmart employees called in the van after it had been parked for an extended period of time and they noticed there weren't any tracks around it as they removed snow from the parking lot. Upon closer approach to the vehicle, they saw the body.
According to Flathead County Sheriff Chuck Curry, 61-year-old David Martinez appeared to have been living in the van and died of natural causes. The official cause of death will not be known until the toxicology report is returned from the state crime lab, which Curry said can take weeks. Complete article
Former Ohio Walmart greeter wants to retire on his terms after he says he was wrongfully let go 01/02/2018
MIAMI TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WRGT/WKEF) - A former Walmart greeter is looking to retire on his own terms, after he says the company wrongfully let him go. He became a popular mainstay at the location on Kingsridge Drive in Miami Township, and now he is taking the steps to restore his pride.
George Grubb is charismatic, and spent 22 years greeting people at Walmart.
"He talks to them like he's known him for years or his life," his nephew Tom Cobaugh said. Complete article
MIAMI TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WRGT/WKEF) - A former Walmart greeter is looking to retire on his own terms, after he says the company wrongfully let him go. He became a popular mainstay at the location on Kingsridge Drive in Miami Township, and now he is taking the steps to restore his pride.
George Grubb is charismatic, and spent 22 years greeting people at Walmart.
"He talks to them like he's known him for years or his life," his nephew Tom Cobaugh said. Complete article
Police seek man they say used counterfeit money at Mass. Walmart 01/02/2018
Teen detained in San Antonio Tx. Walmart shoplifting case arrested on heroin charges 01/02/2018
Man flees Va. Walmart in truck after stealing electronics 01/02/2018
New Year's Eve: man arrested in Del. Walmart shoplifting charges 01/02/2018
Suspects in Carson City Nevada Walmart Burglary 01/02/2018
131 Walmart stores stop selling ammo after Calif. Department of Justice error 01/02/2018
Highland Ill. Police looking for suspect in Walmart theft 01/02/2018
Brownwood man arrested for leading police on car chase through Tx. Walmart parking lot 01/03/2018
Police make shoplifting arrest at Okla. Walmart 01/03/2018
Yet another theft investigation at Walmart yields arrest in Milford Delaware 01/03/2018
Mom charged with leaving young kids in freezing temps while shopping at Ky. Walmart 01/03/2018
Police identify woman in Mississippi Walmart surveillance video 01/03/2018
Tenn. Police search for suspects who stole iPhones from Walmart 01/03/2018
Four teens arrested after shoplifting at Brown Deer Wisc. Walmart 01/03/2018
Officer in Beavercreek Ohio Walmart shooting says he never saw Crawford threaten anyone 01/03/2018
10-year-old recalls frightening child luring incident at Wash. Walmart 01/03/2018
Rindge man charged in NH Walmart bomb threat 01/03/2018
Somersworth NH police looking for Walmart Money Center robber 01/04/2018
Judge keeps bulldozers at bay on Fla. Walmart site but too late for swath of rare Miami forest 01/03/2018
A federal judge extended an injunction halting work on a Walmart-anchored shopping center in rare pine rockland on Wednesday after learning the project’s developer has already cleared a wide swath of the disappearing forest.
It’s not yet clear how much damage the work caused, or whether the forest can be restored if environmentalists win their case.
Attorneys for Palm Beach County developer Peter Cummings said trees were cleared on 31 acres near Zoo Miami in just three days last month — the time it took environmentalists to obtain an initial emergency order halting work from U.S. District Court Judge Ursula Ungaro. George LeMieux, the developer’s attorney, could not say whether the forest floor was plowed, which would make restoring the rockland nearly impossible. Complete article
A federal judge extended an injunction halting work on a Walmart-anchored shopping center in rare pine rockland on Wednesday after learning the project’s developer has already cleared a wide swath of the disappearing forest.
It’s not yet clear how much damage the work caused, or whether the forest can be restored if environmentalists win their case.
Attorneys for Palm Beach County developer Peter Cummings said trees were cleared on 31 acres near Zoo Miami in just three days last month — the time it took environmentalists to obtain an initial emergency order halting work from U.S. District Court Judge Ursula Ungaro. George LeMieux, the developer’s attorney, could not say whether the forest floor was plowed, which would make restoring the rockland nearly impossible. Complete article
Jacksonville Alabama Police investigating shooting, stabbing near Walmart 01/04/2018
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. — Jacksonville Police are investigating a fight near Walmart that left one man shot and another stabbed.
Authorities say the shooting stemmed from an argument over stolen property.
A 19-year-old is in custody in connection with the shooting and charges are pending.
The shooting victim stumbled from behind the Walmart bleeding from his wound. He was later taken to a hospital where he had surgery Thursday morning. Complete article
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. — Jacksonville Police are investigating a fight near Walmart that left one man shot and another stabbed.
Authorities say the shooting stemmed from an argument over stolen property.
A 19-year-old is in custody in connection with the shooting and charges are pending.
The shooting victim stumbled from behind the Walmart bleeding from his wound. He was later taken to a hospital where he had surgery Thursday morning. Complete article
Man Dies After Single Punch During Fight in High Point NC Walmart 01/04/2018
HIGH POINT, N.C.-- An Archdale man is facing a murder charge after getting into a fight inside a High Point Walmart Tuesday night.
According to High Point police, officers responded to a call about a fight inside the Walmart Supercenter on North Main Street. Officers started CPR on a man who was unconscious on the floor of the business. Police identified the man as Raymond Collier, 34.
Collier was taken to Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center for further treatment of severe head trauma. He died Wednesday as a result of his injuries.
Police say after looking at video and talking to witnesses, they were able to determine that Collier injuries resulted from a single punch from 25-year-old Samed Ali Shah. Investigators say Collier and Shah got into a verbal altercation and Shah punched Collier knocking him unconscious. Complete article
HIGH POINT, N.C.-- An Archdale man is facing a murder charge after getting into a fight inside a High Point Walmart Tuesday night.
According to High Point police, officers responded to a call about a fight inside the Walmart Supercenter on North Main Street. Officers started CPR on a man who was unconscious on the floor of the business. Police identified the man as Raymond Collier, 34.
Collier was taken to Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center for further treatment of severe head trauma. He died Wednesday as a result of his injuries.
Police say after looking at video and talking to witnesses, they were able to determine that Collier injuries resulted from a single punch from 25-year-old Samed Ali Shah. Investigators say Collier and Shah got into a verbal altercation and Shah punched Collier knocking him unconscious. Complete article
Former Walmart.com CEO says Walmart store closures are a good sign for e-commerce 01/04/2018
Unlike some retailers, store closures will be a marker of strength for Walmart, according to former Walmart.com CEO Carter Cast.
"I think there are store closures ahead of Walmart that are going to be good for the company and good for shareholders," Cast said on CNBC's "Power Lunch."
Cast, who worked with Walmart from 2000 to 2007, applauded Walmart's efforts to adapt to online commerce, in a time of change for retail. Complete article
Unlike some retailers, store closures will be a marker of strength for Walmart, according to former Walmart.com CEO Carter Cast.
"I think there are store closures ahead of Walmart that are going to be good for the company and good for shareholders," Cast said on CNBC's "Power Lunch."
Cast, who worked with Walmart from 2000 to 2007, applauded Walmart's efforts to adapt to online commerce, in a time of change for retail. Complete article
Woman avoids jail after locking kids in trunk to shop at Utah Walmart 01/05/2018
SALT LAKE CITY — A 40-year-old Utah woman who admitted locking her two young children in the trunk of the car while she shopped at a Wal-Mart store has been ordered to perform 60 hours of community service and sentenced to a year’s probation.
Riverdale Justice Court Judge Reuben Renstrom sentenced Tori Lee Castillo of Ogden Thursday after she pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor count of reckless child abuse. A second count was dismissed.
Riverdale police say witnesses heard the children ages 2 and 5 making noise and saw the car shaking on May 25, so they got the older child to pull the emergency latch and called 911. Complete article
SALT LAKE CITY — A 40-year-old Utah woman who admitted locking her two young children in the trunk of the car while she shopped at a Wal-Mart store has been ordered to perform 60 hours of community service and sentenced to a year’s probation.
Riverdale Justice Court Judge Reuben Renstrom sentenced Tori Lee Castillo of Ogden Thursday after she pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor count of reckless child abuse. A second count was dismissed.
Riverdale police say witnesses heard the children ages 2 and 5 making noise and saw the car shaking on May 25, so they got the older child to pull the emergency latch and called 911. Complete article
DeSoto Tx. Police Looking For Man Who Stole 3 TVs From Walmart 01/04/2018
Woman charged with stealing Wisc. Walmart items 01/04/2018
Urbana woman gets probation for stealing from her Ill. Walmart cash drawer 01/04/2018
Simple mistake? Walmart thinks Hilton Head’s Harbour Town SC is actually in Maine 01/05/2018
Dixon police release photos of suspects wanted for Ca. Walmart grand theft 01/05/2018
Abilene Tx. Walmart employee accused of stealing thousands of fake online orders 01/0/2018
Rochester man charged with February Auburn NY Walmart thefts 01/06/2018
Crook uses illusion trick to steal hundreds of dollars from Fla. Walmart in Sarasota, police say 01/05/2018
Cowpens man accused of armed robbery at SC Walmart 01/05/2018
Tallahassee Fla. Police Department: Man stole electronics taken from Walmart 01/05/2018
Man tries to flee after Tx. Walmart theft 01/05/2018
Man accused of stealing $388 compound bow from NY Walmart 01/03/2018
Fire Chief: Leland NC Walmart blocks entrance with carts, causes fire hazard 01/06/2018
Help ID woman who stole purse at Winter Haven Fla. Walmart 01/05/2018
Woman arrested for incident at La. Walmart 01/05/2018
Evans Mills woman charged with petit larceny at NY Walmart 01/04/2018
Pedestrian fatally struck in Moonachie NJ hit-and-run ne4ar Walmart 01/05/2018
Short-staffed due to storm NC Walmart only lets a few customers in at a time 01/04/2018
‘She even had the same purse,’ casino guard tells police of suspect in Mississippi Walmart video 01/04/2018
Police investigate bomb threat at Chickasha Oklahoma Walmart 01/06/2018
Police disarm man sleeping in parked car at Colorado Walmart 01/06/2018
Sheriff’s detective needs your help to identity suspect in theft of merchandise at Wal-Mart at Buffalo Ridge Fla. 01/07/2018
Feud between two snack company workers ends in damage at Bluffton SC Walmart, police say 01/06/2018
An employee for a snack food company was setting up a display of chips Friday at the Bluffton Walmart when confronted by an employee of a competing snack food company, according to a Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office report.
The competitor purposely pushed the entire display over damaging about 16 bags of chips the man told police.
With a laugh the competitor said, “I hope you’re having a good day,” and then left the store in a delivery van, the report states.
The man said the competitor doesn’t like him because he used to work for his company. He told police the competitor lost the job because of “poor service”.
The total value of damage to the chips was placed at $25. The man told police he thought the competitor had damaged other displays as well in the past but he couldn’t prove it. Complete article
An employee for a snack food company was setting up a display of chips Friday at the Bluffton Walmart when confronted by an employee of a competing snack food company, according to a Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office report.
The competitor purposely pushed the entire display over damaging about 16 bags of chips the man told police.
With a laugh the competitor said, “I hope you’re having a good day,” and then left the store in a delivery van, the report states.
The man said the competitor doesn’t like him because he used to work for his company. He told police the competitor lost the job because of “poor service”.
The total value of damage to the chips was placed at $25. The man told police he thought the competitor had damaged other displays as well in the past but he couldn’t prove it. Complete article
Woman Found Safe After Abducted from Nixa Missouri Walmart Parking Lot 01/07/2018
NIXA, Mo. -- A woman was allegedly abducted from a Nixa Walmart parking lot by a man in a white car with a sunroof Sunday evening.
Nixa Police said in a press release that the man followed the woman in his vehicle, then got out and pulled the woman from her vehicle. He allegedly threw the woman over his shoulder and put her in his car.
The police say the man drove away heading south on U.S. Highway 160.
Nixa Police said officers are reviewing security camera footage.
UPDATE 10:28 p.m.: Nixa Police have located the woman, she is now safe.
Police are still searching for the suspect.
The suspect and victim did know one another, according to the press release.
"We do NOT believe this was a random crime," police said in the release. Complete article
NIXA, Mo. -- A woman was allegedly abducted from a Nixa Walmart parking lot by a man in a white car with a sunroof Sunday evening.
Nixa Police said in a press release that the man followed the woman in his vehicle, then got out and pulled the woman from her vehicle. He allegedly threw the woman over his shoulder and put her in his car.
The police say the man drove away heading south on U.S. Highway 160.
Nixa Police said officers are reviewing security camera footage.
UPDATE 10:28 p.m.: Nixa Police have located the woman, she is now safe.
Police are still searching for the suspect.
The suspect and victim did know one another, according to the press release.
"We do NOT believe this was a random crime," police said in the release. Complete article
Man drives into Hermitage Pa. Walmart 01/08/2018
HERMITAGE – There were no injuries Thursday morning when a vehicle crashed through the front of the Walmart store in Hermitage.
The accident occurred at 11:48 a.m. at the store, 1275 N Hermitage Road, Hermitage, after a 77-year-old Hermitage man lost control as his vehicle was traveling down a traffic way in front of the building.
Hermitage police and firefighters responded to the scene. Police Chief Eric Jewell said the man had a medical condition that caused the accident.
“It was a blood-sugar incident and he was taken to the hospital,” police Chief Eric Jewell said. “Damage to the building was minor.” Complete article
HERMITAGE – There were no injuries Thursday morning when a vehicle crashed through the front of the Walmart store in Hermitage.
The accident occurred at 11:48 a.m. at the store, 1275 N Hermitage Road, Hermitage, after a 77-year-old Hermitage man lost control as his vehicle was traveling down a traffic way in front of the building.
Hermitage police and firefighters responded to the scene. Police Chief Eric Jewell said the man had a medical condition that caused the accident.
“It was a blood-sugar incident and he was taken to the hospital,” police Chief Eric Jewell said. “Damage to the building was minor.” Complete article
Woman sets herself on fire near Miami Gardens Fla. Walmart 01/08/2018 (Note article below refers to this taking place in "Walmart Parking Lot," which was typical of references before the August 2016 series of reports about high crime at Walmart when some media began referring to "Walmart Parking Lot" as "near Walmart.")
MIAMI GARDENS, FLA. (WSVN) - A woman who caught herself on fire in Miami Gardens was airlifted to a nearby hospital.
According to Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, a woman suffered self-inflicted burns to her body. 7Skyforce hovered over the scene at the Walmart in Miami Gardens, located at Northwest 195th Street and 27th Avenue, where she crews responded to the incident.
Fire rescue airlifted the woman to Jackson Memorial Hospital in critical condition. Complete article
Woman Airlifted to Hospital After Suffering 'Self Inflicted Burns' in Miami Gardens Walmart Parking Lot 01/08/2018
MIAMI GARDENS, FLA. (WSVN) - A woman who caught herself on fire in Miami Gardens was airlifted to a nearby hospital.
According to Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, a woman suffered self-inflicted burns to her body. 7Skyforce hovered over the scene at the Walmart in Miami Gardens, located at Northwest 195th Street and 27th Avenue, where she crews responded to the incident.
Fire rescue airlifted the woman to Jackson Memorial Hospital in critical condition. Complete article
Woman Airlifted to Hospital After Suffering 'Self Inflicted Burns' in Miami Gardens Walmart Parking Lot 01/08/2018
Reward offered to catch La. Walmart thieves 01/07/2018
Do you know this man? Cops look for Pa. Walmart theft suspect 01/07/2018
Hobbs NM Police search for Walmart credit card thief 01/07/2018
Defuniak Springs Fla. Police: Foot chase in Walmart leads to arrest 01/08/2018
BPD: Simmons Left Ill. Walmart With Stolen TV, Heroin 01/0/2018
Man wanted for murder in Waukegan Wal-Mart parking lot arrested in California 01/08/2018
3 suspects indicted in Feb. 2017, north Huntsville Alabama Walmart parking lot shooting 01/08/2018
Walmart thief gets new title: Tenn. Walmart burglar 01/08/2018
Burglary suspects targeted Ky. Walmart stores, police say 01/08/2018
Couple arrested after attempted carjacking at Clarksville Ind. Walmart, police say 01/08/2018
CLARKSVILLE — A couple has been arrested after police say they tried to carjack a woman in the parking lot of Walmart Saturday.
Dustin Z. Gouge and Nicole L. Hopkins were arrested after the alleged incident Saturday night. Gouge faces preliminary charges of auto theft, resisting law enforcement and possession of a syringe. Hopkins faces a preliminary charge of assisting a criminal.
According to court records, Clarksville Police were dispatched to the scene around 10:30 Saturday night, on a report of a suspicious person.
On scene, they spoke to a woman who said she had been sitting in her car waiting for her boyfriend when Gouge started knocking on the window, telling her to get out so he could show her a leak in the back of the car.
When she refused, Gouge became more aggressive, the woman told police, continuing to order her out of the car. She said she was afraid and moved to the driver's seat and drove away. The victim said Hopkins stood behind Gouge when he was telling her to get out, but hadn't spoken.
A description given by dispatch led officers to find the two as they exited the store. Complete article
CLARKSVILLE — A couple has been arrested after police say they tried to carjack a woman in the parking lot of Walmart Saturday.
Dustin Z. Gouge and Nicole L. Hopkins were arrested after the alleged incident Saturday night. Gouge faces preliminary charges of auto theft, resisting law enforcement and possession of a syringe. Hopkins faces a preliminary charge of assisting a criminal.
According to court records, Clarksville Police were dispatched to the scene around 10:30 Saturday night, on a report of a suspicious person.
On scene, they spoke to a woman who said she had been sitting in her car waiting for her boyfriend when Gouge started knocking on the window, telling her to get out so he could show her a leak in the back of the car.
When she refused, Gouge became more aggressive, the woman told police, continuing to order her out of the car. She said she was afraid and moved to the driver's seat and drove away. The victim said Hopkins stood behind Gouge when he was telling her to get out, but hadn't spoken.
A description given by dispatch led officers to find the two as they exited the store. Complete article
Bats swoop between shoppers in meat section of Alvin Tx. Walmart 01/08/2018
ALVIN, Texas (KTRK) -- Shoppers were transfixed when a group of winged intruders made their way through a Walmart store in Alvin tonight.
Jerry Lattermann shot some incredible video of several bats gliding between shoppers in the meat department of the store on N. Bypass 35.
Lattermann said the bat sightings happened just before 6:30 p.m.
While he couldn't tell us where he thought the bats came from, Lattermann said most of the bystanders seemed to have a good time watching them as they scoped out the store aisles.
At one point, the bats could be seen flying around the bakery, but seemed to prefer the cooler temperatures around the steaks and cold cuts. Complete article
Walmart: We are trying to get rid of bats in Alvin Tx. store 01/09/2018 (Video with Bats going wild!)
The bats are back: Officials work to rid Walmart store of bats 01/21/2018
City workers sent to help evict bats at Alvin Walmart 01/22/2018
ALVIN, Texas (KTRK) -- Shoppers were transfixed when a group of winged intruders made their way through a Walmart store in Alvin tonight.
Jerry Lattermann shot some incredible video of several bats gliding between shoppers in the meat department of the store on N. Bypass 35.
Lattermann said the bat sightings happened just before 6:30 p.m.
While he couldn't tell us where he thought the bats came from, Lattermann said most of the bystanders seemed to have a good time watching them as they scoped out the store aisles.
At one point, the bats could be seen flying around the bakery, but seemed to prefer the cooler temperatures around the steaks and cold cuts. Complete article
Walmart: We are trying to get rid of bats in Alvin Tx. store 01/09/2018 (Video with Bats going wild!)
The bats are back: Officials work to rid Walmart store of bats 01/21/2018
City workers sent to help evict bats at Alvin Walmart 01/22/2018
Truck catches fire at Gunbarrel Road Tenn. Walmart Friday evening 01/08/2018
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — A car caught fire in the parking lot of the Walmart Supercenter on Gunbarrel Road Friday evening.
We are working to find out how the fire broke out.
Viewers shared photos of the incident as it developed. Complete article
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — A car caught fire in the parking lot of the Walmart Supercenter on Gunbarrel Road Friday evening.
We are working to find out how the fire broke out.
Viewers shared photos of the incident as it developed. Complete article
Walmart is Facing a Federal Lawsuit Over Deceiving Buyers of Organic Eggs 01/09/2018
Walmart Stores (WMT, -1.21%) misled U.S. shoppers by selling organic eggs laid by hens raised in enclosed structures under package labels that said the birds had access to the outdoors, a federal lawsuit alleged on Monday.
The suit highlights uncertainty among consumers about production practices in the $500 million organic egg industry, farmers said, after the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) last month shelved plans to spell out for the first time what it means for birds to have access to the outdoors.
Walmart sells cartons of eggs to shoppers at a premium under its Organic Marketside brand with labels saying the eggs came from hens with “outdoor access,” according to the lawsuit filed by a customer.
However, the birds are raised by Cal-Maine Foods Inc (CALM, +0.34%) inside enclosed structures that have screens to let in air, the complaint said. Complete article
Walmart Stores (WMT, -1.21%) misled U.S. shoppers by selling organic eggs laid by hens raised in enclosed structures under package labels that said the birds had access to the outdoors, a federal lawsuit alleged on Monday.
The suit highlights uncertainty among consumers about production practices in the $500 million organic egg industry, farmers said, after the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) last month shelved plans to spell out for the first time what it means for birds to have access to the outdoors.
Walmart sells cartons of eggs to shoppers at a premium under its Organic Marketside brand with labels saying the eggs came from hens with “outdoor access,” according to the lawsuit filed by a customer.
However, the birds are raised by Cal-Maine Foods Inc (CALM, +0.34%) inside enclosed structures that have screens to let in air, the complaint said. Complete article
Ill. Walmart employee stole 2K for mother's surgery 01/09/2018
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - A Walmart employee is behind bars after police say she stole over $2,000 from her cash register.
Decatur police say they arrested Alexandria D. Bell on Tuesday around 1 a.m. on preliminary theft charges.
According to a sworn statement, Bell began stealing from her cash drawer on Dec. 13. A store employee told police that Bell stole money about 12 different times.
Each time Bell had a transaction she would open the cash register and take out cash and hide it. Each transaction was caught on video.
During a police interview, Bell told police that she took the money to pay for her mothers surgery after she had a heart attack. Bell believes she took about $2,020 from her drawer. Complete article
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - A Walmart employee is behind bars after police say she stole over $2,000 from her cash register.
Decatur police say they arrested Alexandria D. Bell on Tuesday around 1 a.m. on preliminary theft charges.
According to a sworn statement, Bell began stealing from her cash drawer on Dec. 13. A store employee told police that Bell stole money about 12 different times.
Each time Bell had a transaction she would open the cash register and take out cash and hide it. Each transaction was caught on video.
During a police interview, Bell told police that she took the money to pay for her mothers surgery after she had a heart attack. Bell believes she took about $2,020 from her drawer. Complete article
Ohio man with loaded gun arrested after incident at Wal-Mart at Buffalo Ridge Fla. Plaza 01/09/2018
An Ohio man with a loaded gun was arrested Monday after an incident at Wal-Mart at Buffalo Ridge Plaza in The Villages.
James Andrew Beckett, 34, of Williamsfield, Ohio, pushed a shopping cart full of stolen merchandise at about 3:30 p.m. out of the grocery store side of the building and was confronted by a Sumter County sheriff’s deputy. Beckett started to push the cart directly at the deputy, but then turned away. The store’s loss prevention officer saw Beckett pull out a gun and toss it into the bushes. It was later determined the gun had a round in the chamber.
The shopping cart contained $405.85 in merchandise, including a pressure washer, 24-pack of Keystone Light beer, orange juice, bleach and Purple Power cleaner. Beckett had in his pocket a cell phone stolen from the store, according to the arrest report. Complete article
An Ohio man with a loaded gun was arrested Monday after an incident at Wal-Mart at Buffalo Ridge Plaza in The Villages.
James Andrew Beckett, 34, of Williamsfield, Ohio, pushed a shopping cart full of stolen merchandise at about 3:30 p.m. out of the grocery store side of the building and was confronted by a Sumter County sheriff’s deputy. Beckett started to push the cart directly at the deputy, but then turned away. The store’s loss prevention officer saw Beckett pull out a gun and toss it into the bushes. It was later determined the gun had a round in the chamber.
The shopping cart contained $405.85 in merchandise, including a pressure washer, 24-pack of Keystone Light beer, orange juice, bleach and Purple Power cleaner. Beckett had in his pocket a cell phone stolen from the store, according to the arrest report. Complete article
Police investigating alleged suicide at Virginia Beach Walmart 01/09/2018
VIRGINIA BEACH — Police do not suspect foul play in connection with a person who was found dead at a Virginia Beach Walmart.
Virginia Beach Police Department officers were called to the 657 Phoenix Drive store at 2:33 p.m. after someone reported that someone shot themselves at the location, Master Police Officer Tonya Pierce wrote in an email.
When police arrived, they found a dead person at the location. Complete article
VIRGINIA BEACH — Police do not suspect foul play in connection with a person who was found dead at a Virginia Beach Walmart.
Virginia Beach Police Department officers were called to the 657 Phoenix Drive store at 2:33 p.m. after someone reported that someone shot themselves at the location, Master Police Officer Tonya Pierce wrote in an email.
When police arrived, they found a dead person at the location. Complete article
Thieves steal $11,000 in cell phones from Broken Arrow Okla. Walmart 01/08/2018
Man wanted in laptop thefts at Va. Walmart 01/09/2018
Deputies looking for man who stole TV from WV Walmart 01/09/2018
Woman assaulted at Holly Hill Fla. Walmart store 01/09/2018
Holly Hill Fla. man arrested in punching of woman in Walmart 01/19/2018
Woman witnesses aftermath of alleged assault in Katy Tx. Walmart parking lot 01/09/2018
Tallahassee woman accused of twice stealing TVs from Fla. Walmart 01/10/2018
Jury selection continues in NY Walmart killing 01/10/2018 During his arraignment, Barkley claimed he was trying to kill presidential candidate Donald Trump.
Edwardsville man in custody on intimidation, theft charges at Ill. Walmart 01/0/2018
Hendersonville NC officer cleared of wrongdoing in Walmart shooting 01/09/2018
U.S. Marshals search for murder suspect last seen at Pooler Ga. Walmart 01/10/2018
Police: Derrick Cole Pursued Young Girl At Ill. Walmart 01/0/2018
Pueblo West Coilorado Walmart evacuated due to reports of gas smell 01/09/2018
‘Wristwatch Wranglers’ Steal $180 Worth Of Casio Watches From Missouri Walmart 01/09/2018
Couple use their children to pull off Ill. Walmart Heist, police say 01/09/2018
Group of Walmart shoplifters sought in Bluffton SC 01/09/2018
Police: Man arrested, accused of attacking, robbing another man outside Newport News Va. Walmart 01/08/2018
Lebanon Tenn. police seek assistance to identify suspect in Walmart theft 01/09/2018
Suspects steal $2,000 worth of prepaid cards from Mississippi Walmart 01/10/2018
Accused Colorado Walmart Shooter: ‘I’m Not Prejudiced Against Hispanics’ 01/10/2018
Bismarck man arrested for terrorizing after waving machete in ND Walmart 01/10/2018
BISMARCK, N.D. - A Bismarck man was arrested Wednesday after waving a machete and yelling at the north Walmart.
Bismarck police say they arrested 25-year-old Darvens Jean Mary after being called to store around 11 a.m.
Police say they tried to talk to Jean Mary, but he wouldn't cooperate and law enforcement immobilized him.
He was arrested for terrorizing. Complete article
BISMARCK, N.D. - A Bismarck man was arrested Wednesday after waving a machete and yelling at the north Walmart.
Bismarck police say they arrested 25-year-old Darvens Jean Mary after being called to store around 11 a.m.
Police say they tried to talk to Jean Mary, but he wouldn't cooperate and law enforcement immobilized him.
He was arrested for terrorizing. Complete article
2 children killed in crash near Tx. Walmart 01/10/2018
Two children died in a crash near a Cedar Park Walmart on Wednesday afternoon, police officials said.
A truck and a van crashed about 3:35 p.m. on West Whitestone Blvd. and Walton Way, near U.S. 183, officials said.
The two children, who were traveling in the van, died at the scene, police said. A woman driving the van was taken to a hospital in critical condition. A man and a woman traveling in the truck were treated for minor injuries at the scene, officials said. Complete article
Two children died in a crash near a Cedar Park Walmart on Wednesday afternoon, police officials said.
A truck and a van crashed about 3:35 p.m. on West Whitestone Blvd. and Walton Way, near U.S. 183, officials said.
The two children, who were traveling in the van, died at the scene, police said. A woman driving the van was taken to a hospital in critical condition. A man and a woman traveling in the truck were treated for minor injuries at the scene, officials said. Complete article
Walmart to roll out ‘Scan & Go’ technology in another 100 stores 01/10/2018
Walmart will expand its Scan & Go technology in another 100 stores across the U.S. this year.
The retail giant announced its expanding a test of the popular Mobile Express Scan & Go app, which allows customers to scan and bag items, including produce, while they shop and pay directly with their phones. There’s no waiting in line at the register.
Scan & Go is currently being tested in a few select markets, including Dallas-Fort Worth, Orlando and Northwest Arkansas, and is expanding to stores in 33 states across the U.S. When customers launch the app, it automatically lists participating stores nearby.
Once customers are done shopping and have paid for their items, they simply walk through the Mobile Express lane on their way out, Walmart officials wrote in a blog. The technology is already available in Sam’s Club locations nationwide. Complete article
Shoppers react to Scan and Go at Walmart 01/30/2018
Like It Or Not, Wal-Mart Increasing Self-Checkout Lanes 01/30/2018
Walmart will expand its Scan & Go technology in another 100 stores across the U.S. this year.
The retail giant announced its expanding a test of the popular Mobile Express Scan & Go app, which allows customers to scan and bag items, including produce, while they shop and pay directly with their phones. There’s no waiting in line at the register.
Scan & Go is currently being tested in a few select markets, including Dallas-Fort Worth, Orlando and Northwest Arkansas, and is expanding to stores in 33 states across the U.S. When customers launch the app, it automatically lists participating stores nearby.
Once customers are done shopping and have paid for their items, they simply walk through the Mobile Express lane on their way out, Walmart officials wrote in a blog. The technology is already available in Sam’s Club locations nationwide. Complete article
Shoppers react to Scan and Go at Walmart 01/30/2018
Like It Or Not, Wal-Mart Increasing Self-Checkout Lanes 01/30/2018
Sam's Club store closings are a PR mess on Walmart's big day 01/11/2018
It started as a good day for Walmart.
The company announced that it will raise its minimum wage to $11, hand out bonuses of up to $1,000 and expand its parental and maternity leave policy, partly as a result of the new lower corporate tax rate.
Ivanka Trump tweeted that "America is on a roll," and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin thanked Walmart from the White House briefing room.
But while the praise was pouring in, something else was happening. According to local news reports, some workers and customers were showing up at Sam's Club, the buy-in-bulk warehouse owned by Walmart (WMT), to find stores had shut their doors.
On its big day, the largest private employer in America had a public relations mess on its hands.
News dribbled out on social media, where some people said they had been laid off suddenly. Some of the details were filled in by notices posted on state government websites in accordance with the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act. Only late in the day -- in a reply to a question someone asked on Twitter -- did Sam's Club say that 53 stores were closing and 10 being converted to fulfillment centers. Complete article
Walmart, Sam’s Club closing in Stonecrest Ga. leaving many wondering why 01/16/2018
It started as a good day for Walmart.
The company announced that it will raise its minimum wage to $11, hand out bonuses of up to $1,000 and expand its parental and maternity leave policy, partly as a result of the new lower corporate tax rate.
Ivanka Trump tweeted that "America is on a roll," and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin thanked Walmart from the White House briefing room.
But while the praise was pouring in, something else was happening. According to local news reports, some workers and customers were showing up at Sam's Club, the buy-in-bulk warehouse owned by Walmart (WMT), to find stores had shut their doors.
On its big day, the largest private employer in America had a public relations mess on its hands.
News dribbled out on social media, where some people said they had been laid off suddenly. Some of the details were filled in by notices posted on state government websites in accordance with the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act. Only late in the day -- in a reply to a question someone asked on Twitter -- did Sam's Club say that 53 stores were closing and 10 being converted to fulfillment centers. Complete article
Walmart, Sam’s Club closing in Stonecrest Ga. leaving many wondering why 01/16/2018
Police searching for man wanted in armed robbery at Auburn Ind. Walmart 01/10/2018
AUBURN, Ind. (WANE) – Police said a man robbed the Auburn Walmart Wednesday afternoon. It happened around 2:10 at the business on Touring Drive.
Auburn Police said the man showed a gun and demanded money from the business. He then ran on foot with an undisclosed amount of money.
The man, pictured above, is described as white, between 5’10” and 6′ tall, 200-230 lbs. He was wearing a brown coat, blue jeans and brown boots. Complete article
AUBURN, Ind. (WANE) – Police said a man robbed the Auburn Walmart Wednesday afternoon. It happened around 2:10 at the business on Touring Drive.
Auburn Police said the man showed a gun and demanded money from the business. He then ran on foot with an undisclosed amount of money.
The man, pictured above, is described as white, between 5’10” and 6′ tall, 200-230 lbs. He was wearing a brown coat, blue jeans and brown boots. Complete article
Man claims to be FBI agent, follows women at Upstate SC Walmart, report says 01/10/2018
SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. — A man who claimed to be an FBI agent and who is accused of following women around an Upstate Walmart store was arrested Tuesday after a foot pursuit, according to a police report.
Spartanburg County deputies were called to the Walmart on Highway 9 about someone impersonating an officer. A Walmart staff member pointed out a man who was standing outside the store, and said when she and another employee approached him after complaints that he was following women around the store, he identified himself as an FBI agent.
The employees said that the man refused to leave the store, and said he was calling in a SWAT team.
A deputy said that when he approached the man, later identified as James Townsend Davis, 52, Davis started cursing in front of customers in the parking lot and said he was an FBI agent and he did not need to talk to the deputy. Complete article
SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. — A man who claimed to be an FBI agent and who is accused of following women around an Upstate Walmart store was arrested Tuesday after a foot pursuit, according to a police report.
Spartanburg County deputies were called to the Walmart on Highway 9 about someone impersonating an officer. A Walmart staff member pointed out a man who was standing outside the store, and said when she and another employee approached him after complaints that he was following women around the store, he identified himself as an FBI agent.
The employees said that the man refused to leave the store, and said he was calling in a SWAT team.
A deputy said that when he approached the man, later identified as James Townsend Davis, 52, Davis started cursing in front of customers in the parking lot and said he was an FBI agent and he did not need to talk to the deputy. Complete article
WV Walmart shopliftings result in three arrests 01/10/2018
Suspects wanted in Alabama Walmart theft of approximately $900 worth of headphones 01/10/2018
Police seized $6,400 worth of liquid meth from Ga. Walmart shopper 01/11/2018
Officers search for three people accused of stealing TV's from Harbison SC-area Walmart 01/11/2018
Oil change at Okla. Walmart ruins Ft. Gibson couple's engine 01/11/2018
FT. GIBSON, Okla. - 2 Works for You Problem Solvers helped a Ft. Gibson couple hold Walmart accountable after an oil change went wrong and ruined their engine.
“It’s been a nightmare," Ft. Gibson resident Zach Reynolds said.
While at the kitchen table, Zach and Daylene Reynolds re-read the only paperwork they have.
“I dread even seeing Walmart’s name pop up on my phone," Reynolds said. Complete article
According to Twitter search words: "Oil change Walmart engine" there are an enormous number of stories of this happening, some backed up by traditional media confirming part or all of the stories, or including comments from Walmart telling people they want to address the problems but that they should contact customer service.
FT. GIBSON, Okla. - 2 Works for You Problem Solvers helped a Ft. Gibson couple hold Walmart accountable after an oil change went wrong and ruined their engine.
“It’s been a nightmare," Ft. Gibson resident Zach Reynolds said.
While at the kitchen table, Zach and Daylene Reynolds re-read the only paperwork they have.
“I dread even seeing Walmart’s name pop up on my phone," Reynolds said. Complete article
According to Twitter search words: "Oil change Walmart engine" there are an enormous number of stories of this happening, some backed up by traditional media confirming part or all of the stories, or including comments from Walmart telling people they want to address the problems but that they should contact customer service.
Officials: Stanley Lake near Conroe Tx. may be contaminated after sewage leak at Walmart 01/11/2018
CONROE, Texas (KTRK) -- Homeowners in an idyllic Conroe area neighborhood are frustrated they can't use the small lake behind their homes.
Cape Conroe is a small subdivision that sits next to a Walmart off highway 105 and Stanley Lake near Lake Conroe.
The Municipal Utility District (MUD) posted notices on the doors of homeowners, telling them not to use Stanley Lake for any reason until further notice. "My concerns are I have two, four-year-old boys that play back there. It's in our backyard," said Gretchen Murray, one of the area's homeowners. "I don't know what kind of effect it could have on them."
The problem began on Tuesday when the Walmart on Highway 105 found sewage coming out of a manhole in its back parking lot. Complete article
CONROE, Texas (KTRK) -- Homeowners in an idyllic Conroe area neighborhood are frustrated they can't use the small lake behind their homes.
Cape Conroe is a small subdivision that sits next to a Walmart off highway 105 and Stanley Lake near Lake Conroe.
The Municipal Utility District (MUD) posted notices on the doors of homeowners, telling them not to use Stanley Lake for any reason until further notice. "My concerns are I have two, four-year-old boys that play back there. It's in our backyard," said Gretchen Murray, one of the area's homeowners. "I don't know what kind of effect it could have on them."
The problem began on Tuesday when the Walmart on Highway 105 found sewage coming out of a manhole in its back parking lot. Complete article
Anchorage Alaska PD: Machete-wielding man arrested at Midtown Walmart 01/12/2018
A machete-wielding man who authorities say previously robbed a Midtown department store struck again -- this time at Walmart.
Anchorage Police say that last Wednesday, an officer was dispatched to check out a possible robbery at the Walmart located at 3101 A St. The officer who responded spoke with the store's loss prevention officer who said a man had picked out some items from the store and walked out without paying. When the store's officer confronted the suspect, the man "waved a machete at him and continued to walk away with the merchandise," according to charging documents.
Shortly after police responded, a man who matched the description of the suspect was found outside the Walmart by another responding officer. According to charging documents, the officer saw the man was carrying two backpacks with a machete in a sheath hanging off one of them. Complete article
A machete-wielding man who authorities say previously robbed a Midtown department store struck again -- this time at Walmart.
Anchorage Police say that last Wednesday, an officer was dispatched to check out a possible robbery at the Walmart located at 3101 A St. The officer who responded spoke with the store's loss prevention officer who said a man had picked out some items from the store and walked out without paying. When the store's officer confronted the suspect, the man "waved a machete at him and continued to walk away with the merchandise," according to charging documents.
Shortly after police responded, a man who matched the description of the suspect was found outside the Walmart by another responding officer. According to charging documents, the officer saw the man was carrying two backpacks with a machete in a sheath hanging off one of them. Complete article
Cops: Man slashes Valley Stream NY Walmart worker, steals TV 01/11/2018
Detectives are seeking a man who stole a television from a Walmart in Valley Stream and slashed an 18-year-old worker who approached him, police said.
The robbery at the Green Acres Road store happened at 7:48 a.m., Nassau County police said.
The man, about 6 feet tall, 40 to 50 years old with a stocky build, “wearing a gray sweater, gray hat, black pants, black shoes and a Walmart vest,” was approached by the employee while trying to leave the store with a television he did not pay for, police said. Complete article
Detectives are seeking a man who stole a television from a Walmart in Valley Stream and slashed an 18-year-old worker who approached him, police said.
The robbery at the Green Acres Road store happened at 7:48 a.m., Nassau County police said.
The man, about 6 feet tall, 40 to 50 years old with a stocky build, “wearing a gray sweater, gray hat, black pants, black shoes and a Walmart vest,” was approached by the employee while trying to leave the store with a television he did not pay for, police said. Complete article
Lexington SC Police searching for suspects accused of shoplifting from Walmart 01/11/2018
Thornton Walmart shooting suspect wanted to fire his public defender 01/11/2018
Suspicious item found near Orlando Fla. Walmart Supercenter, officials say 01/12/2018 A bomb squad responded to the scene.
Robbery at Harstville SC Walmart, police search for four suspects 01/12/2018
HARTSVILLE, SC (WBTW) – Police are looking for four suspects in a Hartsville Walmart robbery that happened on Thursday.
According to a Hartsville Police Department Facebook post, the suspects were stealing and loss prevention noticed. When loss prevention tried to approach them they waved a gun around. After that, they fled the scene in a car. News13 has not been told any information about the type of car they left in. Complete article
HARTSVILLE, SC (WBTW) – Police are looking for four suspects in a Hartsville Walmart robbery that happened on Thursday.
According to a Hartsville Police Department Facebook post, the suspects were stealing and loss prevention noticed. When loss prevention tried to approach them they waved a gun around. After that, they fled the scene in a car. News13 has not been told any information about the type of car they left in. Complete article
Please Do Not Assault the Towering Robot That Roams Walmart 01/12/2018
IF YOU THINK shopping is tedious, try juggling 200,000 products in a Walmart. Not literally, of course, but somehow keeping the shelves stocked over an area of tens of thousands of square feet. For that you need a worker with a barcode scanner and an enviable amount of patience.
Or you could unleash a hard-working robot from a company called Bossa Nova. At over six feet tall, it roams the aisles, blasting shelves with light and snapping photos. In two minutes, it can image 80 feet of aisle, capturing a whopping 2 terabytes of raw data scanning a 100,000-square-foot-plus store. That makes it one of the first truly intelligent robots to work alongside humans in complex ways outside of a factory.
Other than city streets, it’d be hard to think of a more difficult environment for a robot to navigate than a store. The machine has to be able to not only autonomously roam the aisles, but dodge workers and step stools and customers suddenly stopping or pulling U-turns with their carts. Just look around you the next time you’re in a busy grocery store. It’s chaos. Complete article
IF YOU THINK shopping is tedious, try juggling 200,000 products in a Walmart. Not literally, of course, but somehow keeping the shelves stocked over an area of tens of thousands of square feet. For that you need a worker with a barcode scanner and an enviable amount of patience.
Or you could unleash a hard-working robot from a company called Bossa Nova. At over six feet tall, it roams the aisles, blasting shelves with light and snapping photos. In two minutes, it can image 80 feet of aisle, capturing a whopping 2 terabytes of raw data scanning a 100,000-square-foot-plus store. That makes it one of the first truly intelligent robots to work alongside humans in complex ways outside of a factory.
Other than city streets, it’d be hard to think of a more difficult environment for a robot to navigate than a store. The machine has to be able to not only autonomously roam the aisles, but dodge workers and step stools and customers suddenly stopping or pulling U-turns with their carts. Just look around you the next time you’re in a busy grocery store. It’s chaos. Complete article
Walmart, McDonald’s tops in Ohio for employees on food stamps 01/12/2018
Walmart, one of Ohio’s largest employers, announced Thursday it is raising the starting wages of all hourly U.S. employees to $11 an hour.
The company will offer a $2-per-hour wage increase, but that may not quiet critics who claim that the company does not pay a living wage.
In Ohio, about 11,560 Walmart employees and their family members receive food stamps, according to state data published this month by the liberal-leaning research organization Policy Matters Ohio. Complete article
Walmart, one of Ohio’s largest employers, announced Thursday it is raising the starting wages of all hourly U.S. employees to $11 an hour.
The company will offer a $2-per-hour wage increase, but that may not quiet critics who claim that the company does not pay a living wage.
In Ohio, about 11,560 Walmart employees and their family members receive food stamps, according to state data published this month by the liberal-leaning research organization Policy Matters Ohio. Complete article
Why Walmart's bait and switch matters 01/13/2018
(CNN)If the man sitting in the Oval Office honestly admitted he made his fortune from exploiting thousands of people, he'd likely be enraged when people pointed out he's small-time compared to the Walton family. Year after year, the Walmart heirs prove no one comes close to their brand of exploitation, which they wrap in public relations fluff and deception.
This week was no exception. With much fanfare, Walmart announced it was raising its minimum starting wage to $11 an hour (from $10) and giving eligible workers a $1,000 bonus, tying its munificence to the recent Republican tax cut. The business media covered the story.
Yet that wasn't the only news Walmart made public.
On the same day, Walmart, with far less fanfare, also announced it would close dozens of Sam's Club wholesale stores, laying off thousands.
But there's a lot more to the story.
A number of companies, principally in the retail sector, are raising wages not because of their corporate generosity but simply because they need to compete for workers. With the unemployment rate relatively low (even as lots of people are still out of the labor force compared to pre-recession), basic economics dictates that workers will usually have more choices to look for higher pay. Complete article
(CNN)If the man sitting in the Oval Office honestly admitted he made his fortune from exploiting thousands of people, he'd likely be enraged when people pointed out he's small-time compared to the Walton family. Year after year, the Walmart heirs prove no one comes close to their brand of exploitation, which they wrap in public relations fluff and deception.
This week was no exception. With much fanfare, Walmart announced it was raising its minimum starting wage to $11 an hour (from $10) and giving eligible workers a $1,000 bonus, tying its munificence to the recent Republican tax cut. The business media covered the story.
Yet that wasn't the only news Walmart made public.
On the same day, Walmart, with far less fanfare, also announced it would close dozens of Sam's Club wholesale stores, laying off thousands.
But there's a lot more to the story.
A number of companies, principally in the retail sector, are raising wages not because of their corporate generosity but simply because they need to compete for workers. With the unemployment rate relatively low (even as lots of people are still out of the labor force compared to pre-recession), basic economics dictates that workers will usually have more choices to look for higher pay. Complete article
Missing NC man identified as body found behind Walmart in Nov. 2017 01/12/2018
Nothing found after Buda Tx. Walmart evacuated after bomb threat 01/13/2018
Md. Walmart Evacuated After Threat Made To Store 01/14/2018
Midtown Ariz. Walmart evacuated after threat 01/14/2018 According to police, a customer was leaving the store, when he told employee, there was a bomb in the building.
This SC Walmart was evacuated by police late Sunday night 01/15/2018
Pair sought for stealing credit card at Pa. Walmart, scurrying away on scooters 01/15/2018
Woman shot and killed at Mississippi Walmart 01/15/2018
STARKVILLE, Miss. - A woman died after being shot at a Walmart in Mississippi.
The shooting happened at the Walmart in Starkville around 9:30 on Saturday morning.
Officers said a woman was injured and transported to the hospital. She later died from her injuries.
A man was confronted on the scene. After a brief struggle, he was detained by police.
The Starkville Police Department has charged 41-year old William Thomas “Tommy” Chisholm with capital murder.
Investigators believe this was a domestic situation. According to witnesses, the two were in an "on again off again" dating relationship. Complete article
STARKVILLE, Miss. - A woman died after being shot at a Walmart in Mississippi.
The shooting happened at the Walmart in Starkville around 9:30 on Saturday morning.
Officers said a woman was injured and transported to the hospital. She later died from her injuries.
A man was confronted on the scene. After a brief struggle, he was detained by police.
The Starkville Police Department has charged 41-year old William Thomas “Tommy” Chisholm with capital murder.
Investigators believe this was a domestic situation. According to witnesses, the two were in an "on again off again" dating relationship. Complete article
Car Stolen at Gunpoint: Tenn. Walmart on Memorial 01/13/2018
Murfreesboro Police are investigating an armed robbery to a customer who was sitting in her parked car at Walmart on Memorial Boulevard.
The 36 year old Second Avenue resident told Officer Bogle that she was sitting in her 2017 Nissan Sentra when a man knocked on her window and asked for a "smoke".
She told police that after saying "no" he pulled a gun and told her to get out of the car and leave the cellphone on the seat. Complete article
Murfreesboro Police are investigating an armed robbery to a customer who was sitting in her parked car at Walmart on Memorial Boulevard.
The 36 year old Second Avenue resident told Officer Bogle that she was sitting in her 2017 Nissan Sentra when a man knocked on her window and asked for a "smoke".
She told police that after saying "no" he pulled a gun and told her to get out of the car and leave the cellphone on the seat. Complete article
Police: 3 people with small child steal more than $1,000 from Fla. Walmart 01/10/2018
Wal-Mart apologizes for labeling Montana professor toilet cleaner 01/15/2018
Middletown Ohio police: Wheelchair-bound woman sat on Walmart merchandise to steal it 01/16/2018
Hermiston Oregon police catch suspected Walmart thief 01/15/2018
Police Beat : Okla. Walmart shoplifter arrested 01/16/2018 A woman was arrested on Jan. 11 by Tahlequah Police Department officers after she attempted to steal $103 worth of Walmart merchandise. Officer Matthew Frits jailed Lyla Holman after Walmart employees saw her place items in her cart, proceed to self-check out, and fail to scan every item. Holman was transported to the Tahlequah City Jail, where she was booked.
Walmart, other businesses kicked frantic Hawaiians out during missile scare 01/15/2018
A Hawaii resident frantically ran into a local Walmart to seek cover when he heard reports of an incoming missile.
But instead of providing the shelter Dean Sensui had hoped for, the Pearl City store turned him away, he told Hawaii News Now.
“It’s pretty appalling, that kind of behavior,” Sensui told the outlet. “Here’s a community that supports the store and then turns their back on them when they need them the most. What kind of conscience is that? Who does something like that?”
Even a 24 Hour Fitness gym in Honolulu forced alarmed patrons out onto the street, Niki Chan told the outlet.
“I didn’t know what was going on,” Chan said. “They sent me home, they kicked us out, and I just left.” Complete article
A Hawaii resident frantically ran into a local Walmart to seek cover when he heard reports of an incoming missile.
But instead of providing the shelter Dean Sensui had hoped for, the Pearl City store turned him away, he told Hawaii News Now.
“It’s pretty appalling, that kind of behavior,” Sensui told the outlet. “Here’s a community that supports the store and then turns their back on them when they need them the most. What kind of conscience is that? Who does something like that?”
Even a 24 Hour Fitness gym in Honolulu forced alarmed patrons out onto the street, Niki Chan told the outlet.
“I didn’t know what was going on,” Chan said. “They sent me home, they kicked us out, and I just left.” Complete article
Police: 12-year-old arrested after threatening to shoot Ohio Walmart employees, officers 01/15/2018
HAMILTON, OH (FOX19) - A 12-year-old was recently arrested after an incident at a Hamilton Walmart.
Police say the boy threatened to shoot several employees before running away from the business. He was eventually detained in the rear of a cruiser.
During the course of his detainment, police say he threatened to "shoot all y'all" and stated that if he saw any officers who were involved in his arrested coming around his "block" he would shoot them and his "crew" would shoot them.
The boy's mother, Crystal Flores-Ortiz, 34, was arrested for disorderly conduct as a result of the incident, according to police. They said she used offensive language toward officers. Complete article
HAMILTON, OH (FOX19) - A 12-year-old was recently arrested after an incident at a Hamilton Walmart.
Police say the boy threatened to shoot several employees before running away from the business. He was eventually detained in the rear of a cruiser.
During the course of his detainment, police say he threatened to "shoot all y'all" and stated that if he saw any officers who were involved in his arrested coming around his "block" he would shoot them and his "crew" would shoot them.
The boy's mother, Crystal Flores-Ortiz, 34, was arrested for disorderly conduct as a result of the incident, according to police. They said she used offensive language toward officers. Complete article
Iowa Letter: Don’t trust Walmart 01/16/2018
On the day the news broke that Moline's Sam's Club, owned by Walmart Corp. was closing in two weeks, neither customers nor employees were allowed to enter the store. I hope people see how horrible the Walmart Corporation has been to the Quad-Cities over and over.
Let's not forget the store they baited Rock Island with for four years. Rock Island spent $15 million in preparing the site and relocating businesses from that lot. Walmart dragged its feet the whole time and even had the nerve to ask for extensions on the deal. This had the desired effect of scaring away Rock Island’s only Kmart store from re-signing their lease, only to pull the plug on the promised project when they knew their competition was out, which I have very little doubt was their cold, methodical plan the whole time.
Now Walmart has caused three empty lots in the Quad-City area and severely distressed their employees and our communities. There is a lesson to be learned in making deals with Walmart, just ask former Rock Island Mayor Dennis Pauley and the rest of the City Council members that lost their positions because of the fiasco.
All current and future Quad-City elected officials should never trust the Walmart Corp. again. I promise that I will vote down any future Walmart projects in the city of East Moline for our best interest. Because can we really trust the Walmart Corp. after all this? Complete article
On the day the news broke that Moline's Sam's Club, owned by Walmart Corp. was closing in two weeks, neither customers nor employees were allowed to enter the store. I hope people see how horrible the Walmart Corporation has been to the Quad-Cities over and over.
Let's not forget the store they baited Rock Island with for four years. Rock Island spent $15 million in preparing the site and relocating businesses from that lot. Walmart dragged its feet the whole time and even had the nerve to ask for extensions on the deal. This had the desired effect of scaring away Rock Island’s only Kmart store from re-signing their lease, only to pull the plug on the promised project when they knew their competition was out, which I have very little doubt was their cold, methodical plan the whole time.
Now Walmart has caused three empty lots in the Quad-City area and severely distressed their employees and our communities. There is a lesson to be learned in making deals with Walmart, just ask former Rock Island Mayor Dennis Pauley and the rest of the City Council members that lost their positions because of the fiasco.
All current and future Quad-City elected officials should never trust the Walmart Corp. again. I promise that I will vote down any future Walmart projects in the city of East Moline for our best interest. Because can we really trust the Walmart Corp. after all this? Complete article
Police: Three men steal headphones, speaker from Ill. Walmart store 01/16/2018
Police: All-clear given after bomb threat at Walmart in Anne Arundel County Md. 01/16/2018
Man, 81, dies three days after crash outside Fla. Wal-Mart 01/16/2018
An 81-year-old Pembroke Pines man died Monday, three days after crashing into an SUV as he exited from Wal-Mart, police said.
Gerald Rothberg failed to yield right of way before turning into the path of the SUV in the 100 block of Southwest 184th Avenue, south of Pines Boulevard, Friday afternoon, said Sgt. John Baker, of the Pembroke Pines Police Department.
Rothberg was driving a 2006 Buick Terraza west in the Wal-Mart exit as he approached Southwest 184th Avenue, Baker said.
Rothberg “failed to yield right of way from the stop sign and turned right into [the] path” of a 2016 Toyota 4Runner driven north on 184th by Antonio Egues, 48, of Miramar, Baker said. Complete article
An 81-year-old Pembroke Pines man died Monday, three days after crashing into an SUV as he exited from Wal-Mart, police said.
Gerald Rothberg failed to yield right of way before turning into the path of the SUV in the 100 block of Southwest 184th Avenue, south of Pines Boulevard, Friday afternoon, said Sgt. John Baker, of the Pembroke Pines Police Department.
Rothberg was driving a 2006 Buick Terraza west in the Wal-Mart exit as he approached Southwest 184th Avenue, Baker said.
Rothberg “failed to yield right of way from the stop sign and turned right into [the] path” of a 2016 Toyota 4Runner driven north on 184th by Antonio Egues, 48, of Miramar, Baker said. Complete article
Man found dead in San Angelo Tx. Walmart parking lot 01/16/2018
San Angelo police were investigating Tuesday after a man was found dead in the parking lot of the Walmart on Sherwood Way.
According to an officer on the scene about 2:30 p.m., the man's wife said the man went through San Angelo on his way to work and must have stopped at the Walmart.
After she realized he was missing, she was able to track his cellphone signal to the Walmart and called the store.
Walmart employees found his body in a blue Chevrolet pickup and called SAPD, according to police, who believed the man died of natural causes. Complete article
Police Identify Man Found Dead in San Angelo Tx. Walmart Parking Lot 01/17/2018
San Angelo police were investigating Tuesday after a man was found dead in the parking lot of the Walmart on Sherwood Way.
According to an officer on the scene about 2:30 p.m., the man's wife said the man went through San Angelo on his way to work and must have stopped at the Walmart.
After she realized he was missing, she was able to track his cellphone signal to the Walmart and called the store.
Walmart employees found his body in a blue Chevrolet pickup and called SAPD, according to police, who believed the man died of natural causes. Complete article
Police Identify Man Found Dead in San Angelo Tx. Walmart Parking Lot 01/17/2018
Oklahoma felon arrested at Ariz. Walmart after alleged armed assault 01/16/2018
Sale of bus in PV turns ugly, forcing victim to pull out a gun A fugitive felon from Oklahoma was apprehended in the clothing section of the Walmart Supercenter in Prescott Valley Monday evening, Jan. 15, after he allegedly shattered a Prescott man’s truck window with a knife at the nearby Maverik gas station.
Prescott Valley Police Department officers initially responded to the Maverik on Glassford Hill Road shortly after 5 p.m. with reports of an aggravated assault in progress, according to a news release.
As police officers were responding to the call, it was then reported that the suspect in the incident – 28-year-old Mathew Philip Solan, of Oklahoma — had fled on foot to the Walmart next door. Complete article
Sale of bus in PV turns ugly, forcing victim to pull out a gun A fugitive felon from Oklahoma was apprehended in the clothing section of the Walmart Supercenter in Prescott Valley Monday evening, Jan. 15, after he allegedly shattered a Prescott man’s truck window with a knife at the nearby Maverik gas station.
Prescott Valley Police Department officers initially responded to the Maverik on Glassford Hill Road shortly after 5 p.m. with reports of an aggravated assault in progress, according to a news release.
As police officers were responding to the call, it was then reported that the suspect in the incident – 28-year-old Mathew Philip Solan, of Oklahoma — had fled on foot to the Walmart next door. Complete article
Walmart Takes on the Opioid Crisis With a New Tool That Destroys Drugs 01/17/2018
Pa. Walmart employee under-rang merchandise for two retail theft suspects: Police 01/17/2018
Women targeted in Jacksonville Fla. Walmart purse snatchings 01/16/2018
Second suspect arrested in Ga. Walmart kidnapping, carjacking 01/16/2018
Human trafficking at Hardeeville Walmart? What officials say about viral Facebook post 01/17/2018
Environmentalists Suffer Setback In Battle Over Fla. Walmart Site On Sensitive Lands 01/17/2018
Cold weather causes disruption of Missouri Walmart's water service 01/17/2018
Firefighter accused of taking photos up women's skirts at Katy Tx. Buc-ees and Walmart store 01/17/2018
Walmart to Host Free Health Screening Event in AR 01/17/2018
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (News release) - Arkansas Walmart stores will be hosting the first Walmart Wellness Day event of the year on Saturday, Jan. 20. from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
This free health screening event provides residents an opportunity to learn valuable health information, including: blood glucose, blood pressure, body mass index, low-cost immunizations; and in select locations, customers can also take advantage of free vision screenings.
New this year, Walmart is introducing a virtual reality experience in select stores to assist with smoking cessation. According to the CDC, approximately 23.6% of adults in Arkansas smoke cigarettes regularly. This free resource is intended to be a step toward quitting tobacco. Complete article
Quitting smoking? Ohio Walmart stores to offer free health screenings 01/17/2018
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (News release) - Arkansas Walmart stores will be hosting the first Walmart Wellness Day event of the year on Saturday, Jan. 20. from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
This free health screening event provides residents an opportunity to learn valuable health information, including: blood glucose, blood pressure, body mass index, low-cost immunizations; and in select locations, customers can also take advantage of free vision screenings.
New this year, Walmart is introducing a virtual reality experience in select stores to assist with smoking cessation. According to the CDC, approximately 23.6% of adults in Arkansas smoke cigarettes regularly. This free resource is intended to be a step toward quitting tobacco. Complete article
Quitting smoking? Ohio Walmart stores to offer free health screenings 01/17/2018
Police: Man stabs himself in the neck while running through Moses Lake Wash. Walmart 01/17/2018
MOSES LAKE, Wash. - A man reportedly stabbed himself in the neck at the Moses Lake Walmart Tuesday morning.
According to iFIBER One News, Moses Lake police were called the store on North Stratford Road for reports of a distraught 26-year-old man. Employees told officers that the man was yelling that his family was being murdered.
When police arrived to the store, the man began running through the aisles with a large kitchen knife in hand. Police tell iFIBER One that eventually the man began stabbing himself in the neck, while continuing to run down the aisles. Complete article
MOSES LAKE, Wash. - A man reportedly stabbed himself in the neck at the Moses Lake Walmart Tuesday morning.
According to iFIBER One News, Moses Lake police were called the store on North Stratford Road for reports of a distraught 26-year-old man. Employees told officers that the man was yelling that his family was being murdered.
When police arrived to the store, the man began running through the aisles with a large kitchen knife in hand. Police tell iFIBER One that eventually the man began stabbing himself in the neck, while continuing to run down the aisles. Complete article
Pender deputy resigns amid NC Walmart fraud investigation 01/17/2018
Former deputy Jordan Beale Cullifer is charged with obtaining property by false pretenses in New Hanover County. A similar charge is leveled against him in Burgaw.
NEW HANOVER COUNTY -- A Pender County deputy resigned Saturday just days before he was arrested in New Hanover County for allegedly committing fraud at Walmart, officials said.
Jordan Beale Cullifer, 39, is charged with obtaining property by false pretenses in New Hanover County. A similar charge is leveled against him in Burgaw.
According to New Hanover County Sheriff’s Lt. Jerry Brewer, on Jan. 10 Cullifer allegedly bought a television from the Porter’s Neck Walmart. He later returned to the store and claimed when he got home and opened it he found an older TV inside. Walmart replaced the used TV and Cullifer then allegedly went to Walmart in Burgaw and returned it for a full refund, Brewer said. During his exchanges with Walmart workers, Cullifer made clear he was a Pender County deputy, Complete article
Former deputy Jordan Beale Cullifer is charged with obtaining property by false pretenses in New Hanover County. A similar charge is leveled against him in Burgaw.
NEW HANOVER COUNTY -- A Pender County deputy resigned Saturday just days before he was arrested in New Hanover County for allegedly committing fraud at Walmart, officials said.
Jordan Beale Cullifer, 39, is charged with obtaining property by false pretenses in New Hanover County. A similar charge is leveled against him in Burgaw.
According to New Hanover County Sheriff’s Lt. Jerry Brewer, on Jan. 10 Cullifer allegedly bought a television from the Porter’s Neck Walmart. He later returned to the store and claimed when he got home and opened it he found an older TV inside. Walmart replaced the used TV and Cullifer then allegedly went to Walmart in Burgaw and returned it for a full refund, Brewer said. During his exchanges with Walmart workers, Cullifer made clear he was a Pender County deputy, Complete article
WATCH: Homeless in Salem Oregon can no longer stay overnight in Walmart parking lots 01/17/2018
Man jailed after scamming Okla. Walmart 01/18/2018 Tahlequah Okla. Police Department officers arrested a man Jan. 15 after he allegedly fled Walmart after stealing $2,296 worth of merchandise.
PD: Man arrested for groping woman in Ariz. Walmart 01/17/2018
2 Cullman County women charged in Decatur Alabama Walmart theft 01/17/2018
Have you seen these suspects shoplifting from Walmart and Target in Lexington SC? 01/18/2018
Multiple employee arrests made after Brown Deer Wisc. Walmart theft investigation 01/17/2018
Body found in vehicle at Pittsburgh Mills Pa. Walmart parking lot 01/18/2018
A man was found dead in a vehicle at the Pittsburgh Mills Walmart parking lot in Frazer, according to the Allegheny County Medical Examiner's office.
The man's body was found around 4 p.m. Wednesday.
The medical examiner did not release the man's name, but said he is 32 years old and from Sharpsburg. Complete article
Officials ID body found in Pittsburgh Mills Walmart parking lot 01/24/2018 “He was there for an extended period,” Kuhns said Wednesday.
A man was found dead in a vehicle at the Pittsburgh Mills Walmart parking lot in Frazer, according to the Allegheny County Medical Examiner's office.
The man's body was found around 4 p.m. Wednesday.
The medical examiner did not release the man's name, but said he is 32 years old and from Sharpsburg. Complete article
Officials ID body found in Pittsburgh Mills Walmart parking lot 01/24/2018 “He was there for an extended period,” Kuhns said Wednesday.
Three teens stalked woman, 81, at Fla. Wal-Mart and stole her car 01/18/2018
Three teens, looking no older than 15 to 18, stalked their 81-year-old victim, following her into a Lauderdale Lakes Wal-Mart and back out into the parking lot, a police report said.
There they split up. Two of the boys flanked the woman Monday evening while the third boy approached her from the front, pointed a gun at her and demanded her keys, the report said.
“I was at the car door and suddenly from nowhere come like kids, maybe 16 or not even,” Albina Curik said.
Thinking the youngster was joking, Curik asked him to repeat his demand. Instead he snatched her car keys from her hand, she said. Complete article
12-year-old charged as adult in armed carjacking at Walmart 01/22/2018
Three teens, looking no older than 15 to 18, stalked their 81-year-old victim, following her into a Lauderdale Lakes Wal-Mart and back out into the parking lot, a police report said.
There they split up. Two of the boys flanked the woman Monday evening while the third boy approached her from the front, pointed a gun at her and demanded her keys, the report said.
“I was at the car door and suddenly from nowhere come like kids, maybe 16 or not even,” Albina Curik said.
Thinking the youngster was joking, Curik asked him to repeat his demand. Instead he snatched her car keys from her hand, she said. Complete article
12-year-old charged as adult in armed carjacking at Walmart 01/22/2018
Sheriff's Deputy saves man in Wash. Walmart parking lot 01/18/2018
AIRWAY HEIGHTS, Wash. - On January 14 at around 6:30 p.m., Spokane County Sheriff's Deputy Brad Humphrey was driving through the parking lot of the Airway Heights Walmart when his attention was drawn to a vehicle parked on the far west side.
As he drove toward the vehicle, he noticed a dryer hose attached to the exhaust pipe which ran into the open trunk.
Deputy Humphrey parked, approached the vehicle, and observed an adult male covered with a blanket, reclined in the driver’s seat. All the windows of the vehicle were rolled up and the rear passenger seat was folded down, exposing the trunk, allowing the exhaust fumes of the running vehicle to enter the passenger compartment. Complete article
AIRWAY HEIGHTS, Wash. - On January 14 at around 6:30 p.m., Spokane County Sheriff's Deputy Brad Humphrey was driving through the parking lot of the Airway Heights Walmart when his attention was drawn to a vehicle parked on the far west side.
As he drove toward the vehicle, he noticed a dryer hose attached to the exhaust pipe which ran into the open trunk.
Deputy Humphrey parked, approached the vehicle, and observed an adult male covered with a blanket, reclined in the driver’s seat. All the windows of the vehicle were rolled up and the rear passenger seat was folded down, exposing the trunk, allowing the exhaust fumes of the running vehicle to enter the passenger compartment. Complete article
Woman insists she did nothing wrong during arrest at Houston Tx. Walmart 01/18/2018
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Thalia Huynh relives the memories of June 21, 2017 every day. Huynh and her daughter, Dalena Bustos, were both under arrest, twisting and turning on the floor of a west Houston Walmart.
"Oh my gosh, I was so humiliated," Huynh recalled. "It's very embarrassing."
According to Huynh, around 6:30 that night, she and her daughter went to the Walmart at 2700 S. Kirkwood to buy food.
Huynh said they left after her sister called and told them she had already started making dinner. As the pair was leaving, police records show a plain-clothes loss prevention officer approached them.
Huynh said she didn't know at the time that the man worked for Walmart.
"We're walking out and a man approaches me, and he grabs my purse, right before we walk out of the store, and I'm grabbing my purse back from him," she remembers. Complete article
Video of Arrest at Houston Walmart Goes Viral — Months Later 01/19/2018
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Thalia Huynh relives the memories of June 21, 2017 every day. Huynh and her daughter, Dalena Bustos, were both under arrest, twisting and turning on the floor of a west Houston Walmart.
"Oh my gosh, I was so humiliated," Huynh recalled. "It's very embarrassing."
According to Huynh, around 6:30 that night, she and her daughter went to the Walmart at 2700 S. Kirkwood to buy food.
Huynh said they left after her sister called and told them she had already started making dinner. As the pair was leaving, police records show a plain-clothes loss prevention officer approached them.
Huynh said she didn't know at the time that the man worked for Walmart.
"We're walking out and a man approaches me, and he grabs my purse, right before we walk out of the store, and I'm grabbing my purse back from him," she remembers. Complete article
Video of Arrest at Houston Walmart Goes Viral — Months Later 01/19/2018
Police on lookout for sex assault suspect accused of molesting 6-year old boy in Colorado Walmart restroom 01/18/2018
WINDSOR, Colo. -- Police are on the lookout for a man accused of sexually assaulting a six-year old boy, in a restroom at Walmart.
The suspect posted a $1,000 bond after he was arrested, then disappeared.
The alleged assault happened November 29 at the Walmart Supercenter, at I-25 and Harmony Road.
"It was his birthday, which adds insult to injury," the boy's father told Denver7. "A family member took him to Walmart to get a birthday present. He had to use the restroom." Complete article
WINDSOR, Colo. -- Police are on the lookout for a man accused of sexually assaulting a six-year old boy, in a restroom at Walmart.
The suspect posted a $1,000 bond after he was arrested, then disappeared.
The alleged assault happened November 29 at the Walmart Supercenter, at I-25 and Harmony Road.
"It was his birthday, which adds insult to injury," the boy's father told Denver7. "A family member took him to Walmart to get a birthday present. He had to use the restroom." Complete article
Man accused of robbery at N. Utica NY Walmart 01/18/2018
Mason City woman accused of stealing keys from truck at Iowa Walmart, hiding meth pipe between legs 01/18/2018
Chelmsford Police: Heroin Trafficker Arrested At Walmart 01/18/2018
Guilty plea in Brimfield Ohio Walmart Nov. 2017 parking lot robbery 01/18/2018
Dubuque Iowa PD asking for help identifying Walmart thief 01/18/2018
Man Sentenced To Over A Year in Prison For Minn. Walmart 2015 Threat 01/18/2018
Ga. Wal-Mart shoplifter found with $6,400 in meth claimed ownership of drugs, police say 01/19/2018
Temple mother arrested after child found wandering in Tx. Walmart parking lot 01/19/2018
Police looking for man accused of stealing from Pa. Walmart 01/19/2018
Man accused of molesting child in Colorado Walmart bathroom Nov. 2017 sought by authorities 01/19/2018
Reports of Masked Person Holding Weapon Outside Ca. Walmart Ends With Deputies Shooting Man in O.C. Neighborhood: Sheriff’s Dept 01/19/2018
A man allegedly armed with some type of weapon who is accused of assaulting a woman while fleeing deputies was shot in Lake Forest Friday evening, authorities said.
About 4:15 p.m., authorities were called out to investigate reports of a man wearing a costume mask who was holding a weapon and running outside the Walmart in Foothill Ranch, located at 26502 Towne Centre Drive, according to a news release from the Orange County Sheriff's Department.
By the time deputies responded, the man had left the location.
After that, dispatchers began receiving multiple calls regarding a man matching the person's description in a residential area near Angela Street in Lake Forest, the release stated. Complete article
A man allegedly armed with some type of weapon who is accused of assaulting a woman while fleeing deputies was shot in Lake Forest Friday evening, authorities said.
About 4:15 p.m., authorities were called out to investigate reports of a man wearing a costume mask who was holding a weapon and running outside the Walmart in Foothill Ranch, located at 26502 Towne Centre Drive, according to a news release from the Orange County Sheriff's Department.
By the time deputies responded, the man had left the location.
After that, dispatchers began receiving multiple calls regarding a man matching the person's description in a residential area near Angela Street in Lake Forest, the release stated. Complete article
Police: Two Wanted Felons Injure Two Officers At Arkansas Walmart 01/19/2018
FAYETTEVILLE (KFSM) — Two felons wanted for aggravated robbery and other felony charges are accused of injuring two officers Friday (Jan. 19) at Walmart.
Joshua Shawn Coffman, 20, and Braden Collins, 19, are accused of felony second-degree battery, and misdemeanor fleeing, disorderly conduct and resisting arrest.
Police said while the two were being arrested, Coffman injured an officer’s shoulder, and Collins injured an officer’s eye.
About 1:45 p.m., officers were dispatched to Walmart on Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard after store employees called about “suspicious people”. When officers arrived, the two were at the front of the store and were acting aggressive toward store employees, a police report states. Complete article
FAYETTEVILLE (KFSM) — Two felons wanted for aggravated robbery and other felony charges are accused of injuring two officers Friday (Jan. 19) at Walmart.
Joshua Shawn Coffman, 20, and Braden Collins, 19, are accused of felony second-degree battery, and misdemeanor fleeing, disorderly conduct and resisting arrest.
Police said while the two were being arrested, Coffman injured an officer’s shoulder, and Collins injured an officer’s eye.
About 1:45 p.m., officers were dispatched to Walmart on Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard after store employees called about “suspicious people”. When officers arrived, the two were at the front of the store and were acting aggressive toward store employees, a police report states. Complete article
Small-town budgets hurting from loss of mini Walmarts 01/20/2018
LUTHER, Okla. (AP) — Luther sold its youth football field to Walmart about three years ago so that the company could build one of its Express stores, using the money from the sale and the new tax revenue to pay off the roughly $200,000 in debt that resulted from an embezzlement scandal involving the former town treasurer.
The store opened in May 2015 and closed only eight months later when Walmart pulled the plug on its Express experiment, shuttering all 102 of the smaller stores it had opened in mostly Southern and Midwestern towns to compete with dollar stores. Although many locations were taken over by Dollar General, the tax collections just don't measure up even though the Dollar General stores offer many of the same products, but not a pharmacy.
Tax collections in Luther, a town of about 1,600 on the outskirts of Oklahoma City, rose by $12,000 to $16,000 per month while the Express store was open, said City Manager Scherrie Pidcock. Since Dollar General opened in the larger building, the town's monthly revenue has recovered about two-thirds of the amount it was collecting with the Walmart Express, Pidcock said.
Luther has tried to pinch pennies any way it can. When its lone paid firefighter - the chief - quit the otherwise all-volunteer department in July, he was replaced by a volunteer, saving the town his roughly $2,800 a month salary. Mayor Jenni White, who took office a few months after the Walmart Express closed, said Luther had to put off buying two new police cars. Complete article
LUTHER, Okla. (AP) — Luther sold its youth football field to Walmart about three years ago so that the company could build one of its Express stores, using the money from the sale and the new tax revenue to pay off the roughly $200,000 in debt that resulted from an embezzlement scandal involving the former town treasurer.
The store opened in May 2015 and closed only eight months later when Walmart pulled the plug on its Express experiment, shuttering all 102 of the smaller stores it had opened in mostly Southern and Midwestern towns to compete with dollar stores. Although many locations were taken over by Dollar General, the tax collections just don't measure up even though the Dollar General stores offer many of the same products, but not a pharmacy.
Tax collections in Luther, a town of about 1,600 on the outskirts of Oklahoma City, rose by $12,000 to $16,000 per month while the Express store was open, said City Manager Scherrie Pidcock. Since Dollar General opened in the larger building, the town's monthly revenue has recovered about two-thirds of the amount it was collecting with the Walmart Express, Pidcock said.
Luther has tried to pinch pennies any way it can. When its lone paid firefighter - the chief - quit the otherwise all-volunteer department in July, he was replaced by a volunteer, saving the town his roughly $2,800 a month salary. Mayor Jenni White, who took office a few months after the Walmart Express closed, said Luther had to put off buying two new police cars. Complete article
Man accused of leaving child in car while shoplifting at Walmart in Jupiter 01/20/2018
One dead after attempted armed robbery at Dunwoody Ga. Walmart 01/20/2018
Police said he had previously been involved in an armed robbery at a Johns Creek Kroger store.
DUNWOODY, Ga. - The Georgia Bureau of Investigations have identified the man who was shot and killed by a Dunwoody police officer on Saturday, January 20, outside of a Dunwoody Walmart.
Jason Lappe, 44, was shot by a Dunwoody police officer and was transported to Grady Memorial, where he later died.
According to Sgt. Robert Parsons with the Dunwoody Police Department, Lappe was a suspect in an armed robbery that took place at a Johns Creek Kroger. He was later confronted in the Walmart parking lot by Dunwoody police officers and a Johns Creek police officer.
"When confronted by officers, the suspect did not comply with their verbal commands and exited the vehicle," Parsons said in a statement. "Fearing for his safety and the safety of others, an officer fired one shot, striking the suspect." Complete article
Police said he had previously been involved in an armed robbery at a Johns Creek Kroger store.
DUNWOODY, Ga. - The Georgia Bureau of Investigations have identified the man who was shot and killed by a Dunwoody police officer on Saturday, January 20, outside of a Dunwoody Walmart.
Jason Lappe, 44, was shot by a Dunwoody police officer and was transported to Grady Memorial, where he later died.
According to Sgt. Robert Parsons with the Dunwoody Police Department, Lappe was a suspect in an armed robbery that took place at a Johns Creek Kroger. He was later confronted in the Walmart parking lot by Dunwoody police officers and a Johns Creek police officer.
"When confronted by officers, the suspect did not comply with their verbal commands and exited the vehicle," Parsons said in a statement. "Fearing for his safety and the safety of others, an officer fired one shot, striking the suspect." Complete article
Man shot in leg during drug deal outside Ohio Walmart, police say 01/20/2018
FAIRFIELD TOWNSHIP, Ohio - Police are looking for the suspect who shot a man during a drug deal around 3 p.m. Saturday in a Walmart parking lot.
According to Sgt. Brandon McCroskey of the Fairfield Township police, the suspect shot the victim in the leg during a drug deal while the victim was in his vehicle. The victim then accelerated his vehicle and struck other vehicles and a cart corral.
The suspect fled the scene on foot. Police believe the suspect was picked up by the same vehicle that dropped him off: a red 2007 Toyota Camry reported stolen Friday. Complete article
Police arrest student at Colerain HS in Ohio Walmart parking lot shooting 01/23/2018
FAIRFIELD TOWNSHIP, Ohio - Police are looking for the suspect who shot a man during a drug deal around 3 p.m. Saturday in a Walmart parking lot.
According to Sgt. Brandon McCroskey of the Fairfield Township police, the suspect shot the victim in the leg during a drug deal while the victim was in his vehicle. The victim then accelerated his vehicle and struck other vehicles and a cart corral.
The suspect fled the scene on foot. Police believe the suspect was picked up by the same vehicle that dropped him off: a red 2007 Toyota Camry reported stolen Friday. Complete article
Police arrest student at Colerain HS in Ohio Walmart parking lot shooting 01/23/2018
Liar, liar: Someone set pants on fire at Colerain Ohio Walmart, police say 01/20/2018
COLERAIN TOWNSHIP, Ohio -- Police are asking for help identifying two people suspected of setting fires in a Walmart store Saturday night.
An officer working a detail noticed someone had set some clothes on fire at about 7 p.m. inside the store at 8451 Colerain Ave., police department spokesman Jim Love said.
The officer scooped up the clothes, took them outside and put them out with a fire extinguisher.
“At that point, he was notified there was another fire going on inside the store,” Love said. “He ran back inside the store and was able to put it out. He was notified once again there was another fire (but) couldn’t find the third fire.” Complete article
COLERAIN TOWNSHIP, Ohio -- Police are asking for help identifying two people suspected of setting fires in a Walmart store Saturday night.
An officer working a detail noticed someone had set some clothes on fire at about 7 p.m. inside the store at 8451 Colerain Ave., police department spokesman Jim Love said.
The officer scooped up the clothes, took them outside and put them out with a fire extinguisher.
“At that point, he was notified there was another fire going on inside the store,” Love said. “He ran back inside the store and was able to put it out. He was notified once again there was another fire (but) couldn’t find the third fire.” Complete article
Woman robbed at gunpoint in Collierville Tenn. Walmart parking lot 01/20/2018
MEMPHIS, TN (WMC) - A woman was robbed at gunpoint in the Collierville Walmart parking lot, according to Collierville Police Department.
The incident happened around 8:30 p.m. on Saturday.
Police said the woman was approached by a man wearing blue jeans and a red hoodie.
The suspect pulled a pistol on the woman and took her purse. Complete article
MEMPHIS, TN (WMC) - A woman was robbed at gunpoint in the Collierville Walmart parking lot, according to Collierville Police Department.
The incident happened around 8:30 p.m. on Saturday.
Police said the woman was approached by a man wearing blue jeans and a red hoodie.
The suspect pulled a pistol on the woman and took her purse. Complete article
Walmart employee almost stabbed during alleged shoplifting 01/22/2018
Three people from Chattanooga were arrested this past week after they allegedly shoplifted at the Sweetwater Walmart and tried to stab an employee.
Sweetwater Officer Brandon Cansler said he was told two people had pushed a buggy full of merchandise out of the store without paying and as an employee tried to stop them, one pulled out a pair of scissors and tried to stab the employee Monday night around 9:30 p.m.
Cansler said he was given the description of a dark gray Nissan Altima with tinted windows to look for and he soon found it on New Highway 68 near Cleveland Road. Complete article
Three people from Chattanooga were arrested this past week after they allegedly shoplifted at the Sweetwater Walmart and tried to stab an employee.
Sweetwater Officer Brandon Cansler said he was told two people had pushed a buggy full of merchandise out of the store without paying and as an employee tried to stop them, one pulled out a pair of scissors and tried to stab the employee Monday night around 9:30 p.m.
Cansler said he was given the description of a dark gray Nissan Altima with tinted windows to look for and he soon found it on New Highway 68 near Cleveland Road. Complete article
Police looking for 3 men who flashed woman at Missouri Walmart 01/20/2018
Hundreds Of Dollars' Worth Of Items Stolen From Cleveland, Okla. Wal-Mart, Police Say 01/21/2018
Burglary charged against man banned from NY Walmart 01/20/2018
Blotter: Man trespassed twice at Tx. Walmart, gets multiple charges 01/21/2018
Community member found 11-year-old at Idaho Walmart 01/22/2018
Man accused of assaulting Pa. Walmart employee over air mattresses 01/22/2018
SWATARA TOWNSHIP, Pa. — A Pennsylvania man allegedly enraged over Walmart not having any air mattresses is accused of beating the employee who told him they were out of stock, according to WNEP.
The incident happened at 6:30 p.m. on Jan. 9 at the Walmart located at 6535 Grayson Road in Swatara Township. The victim was working in the sporting goods section of the store when a man approached him and asked for an air mattress.
The employee checked on their availability and when he returned with the news that the store was out of air mattresses, the customer reportedly became enraged and tackled the employee to the ground, punching him on the head. Complete article
SWATARA TOWNSHIP, Pa. — A Pennsylvania man allegedly enraged over Walmart not having any air mattresses is accused of beating the employee who told him they were out of stock, according to WNEP.
The incident happened at 6:30 p.m. on Jan. 9 at the Walmart located at 6535 Grayson Road in Swatara Township. The victim was working in the sporting goods section of the store when a man approached him and asked for an air mattress.
The employee checked on their availability and when he returned with the news that the store was out of air mattresses, the customer reportedly became enraged and tackled the employee to the ground, punching him on the head. Complete article
Shoplifter And Off-Duty Trooper Get In A Scuffle At WV Walmart 01/21/2018
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) - A shoplifter and an off-duty State Trooper got into a scuffle Saturday evening.
Troopers say store employees noticed a couple attempting to steal items from the store.
Employees recognized an *off-duty* trooper in the store, and asked him for help.
The Trooper tried to detain the male suspect and a scuffle ensued. Complete article
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) - A shoplifter and an off-duty State Trooper got into a scuffle Saturday evening.
Troopers say store employees noticed a couple attempting to steal items from the store.
Employees recognized an *off-duty* trooper in the store, and asked him for help.
The Trooper tried to detain the male suspect and a scuffle ensued. Complete article
Skeletal human remains found behind Pa. Walmart store: Report 01/22/2018
Forensic experts and state police are at work trying to identify skeletal remains that were found near Shippensburg over the weekend, the Cumberland County coroner's office says.
The human skeletal remains were found Sunday by a hiker in a wooded area behind the Walmart in the 200 block of South Conestoga Drive in Shippensburg Township, said the office of Charley Hall, county coroner.
State police were called to the scene around 12:16 p.m. Sunday, and secured the scene. In addition to state police, forensic experts from Mercyhurst University in Erie are assisting in the investigation.
The person has not been identified, and the cause or manner of death has not been determined. Complete article
Forensic experts and state police are at work trying to identify skeletal remains that were found near Shippensburg over the weekend, the Cumberland County coroner's office says.
The human skeletal remains were found Sunday by a hiker in a wooded area behind the Walmart in the 200 block of South Conestoga Drive in Shippensburg Township, said the office of Charley Hall, county coroner.
State police were called to the scene around 12:16 p.m. Sunday, and secured the scene. In addition to state police, forensic experts from Mercyhurst University in Erie are assisting in the investigation.
The person has not been identified, and the cause or manner of death has not been determined. Complete article
GRAPHIC — Human Head Found in Mexican Border State Walmart Cart 01/22/2018 (Just South of Mexican border with Texas and east of Gulf Coast)
CIUDAD VICTORIA, Tamaulipas — Narco-terror suddenly spread after members of the Gulf Cartel left a human head inside a Walmart shopping cart.
The discovery was made at the time when hundreds of families gathered at the popular shopping center in this city, the capital of the border state. Information obtained by Breitbart Texas reveals that the head was found next to a cartel message inside a shopping cart.
Security guards at the shopping plaza were first alerted after terrified customers discovered the macabre scene. Authorities with the Tamaulipas Attorney General’s Office sealed off the area to collect the remains. Preliminary information revealed that the head belonged to a yet unidentified man who is believed to be between 35 and 40 years old. The victim was dark skinned, had mustache, and sported bushy, dark hair. The head was placed on top of a green fluorescent poster stock with the message: “Greetings from the Gulf Cartel CDG, you will suck CDN, we are here atte El CH.” Complete article
CIUDAD VICTORIA, Tamaulipas — Narco-terror suddenly spread after members of the Gulf Cartel left a human head inside a Walmart shopping cart.
The discovery was made at the time when hundreds of families gathered at the popular shopping center in this city, the capital of the border state. Information obtained by Breitbart Texas reveals that the head was found next to a cartel message inside a shopping cart.
Security guards at the shopping plaza were first alerted after terrified customers discovered the macabre scene. Authorities with the Tamaulipas Attorney General’s Office sealed off the area to collect the remains. Preliminary information revealed that the head belonged to a yet unidentified man who is believed to be between 35 and 40 years old. The victim was dark skinned, had mustache, and sported bushy, dark hair. The head was placed on top of a green fluorescent poster stock with the message: “Greetings from the Gulf Cartel CDG, you will suck CDN, we are here atte El CH.” Complete article
Officials search for Waterford Conn. Walmart robbery suspect 01/22/2018
Donald Smith calls young girls his 'target area,' alludes to Fla. Walmart abduction, say prosecutors 01/22/2018
Two men arrested for allegedly stealing computers from Hampstead Md. Walmart 01/2/2018
Police respond to bomb threat at Carencro La. Walmart, shoppers evacuated 01/22/2018
Walmart dominates north Texas retail market 01/22/2018
Woman claims she was injured by lawn mower at Belleville Ill. Walmart 01/23/2018
Toms River cops bust NJ Walmart TV thief suspects with help from social media, news outlets 01/23/2018
Mississippi woman with 9 outstanding warrants arrested at Wareham Mass. Walmart 01/23/2018
Police seeking suspect in Alabama Walmart theft 01/23/2018
Goose Creek SC police looking for suspects in Walmart credit card theft 01/23/2018
Sahuarita Ariz. Police arrest 3 suspects shortly after items reported stolen from Walmart store 01/23/2018
Manor Tx. PD looking for Walmart gift card theft suspect 01/23/2018
5 suspects allegedly stole $7K worth of electronics from Va. Walmart 01/23/2018
Mom claims teenage daughter was sexually assaulted inside NH Walmart 01/23/2018
HOOKSETT, N.H. — A local mother is sharing the frightening story of her daughter being assaulted right in front of her in a crowded Walmart.
Hooksett police said they are now investigating the incident and that an arrest will be made soon.
“My daughter was standing as close to me as you are right now, and yet she was sexually assaulted three feet from me,” said Heidi Biron, recalling the incident.
Biron said the assault happened last week while she shopping with her three teenage daughters at Walmart in Hooksett.
The family was at the self-checkout when a man grabbed Biron’s 13-year-old daughter's behind and would not let go until the girl hit him.
“I looked at her face and the look of terror, and she just said, ‘He touched me,’” Biron said. “And the way she said it, I knew.” Complete article
Concord man accused of sexually assaulting teen girl, shoplifting at Hooksett Walmart 01/24/2018
HOOKSETT, N.H. — A local mother is sharing the frightening story of her daughter being assaulted right in front of her in a crowded Walmart.
Hooksett police said they are now investigating the incident and that an arrest will be made soon.
“My daughter was standing as close to me as you are right now, and yet she was sexually assaulted three feet from me,” said Heidi Biron, recalling the incident.
Biron said the assault happened last week while she shopping with her three teenage daughters at Walmart in Hooksett.
The family was at the self-checkout when a man grabbed Biron’s 13-year-old daughter's behind and would not let go until the girl hit him.
“I looked at her face and the look of terror, and she just said, ‘He touched me,’” Biron said. “And the way she said it, I knew.” Complete article
Concord man accused of sexually assaulting teen girl, shoplifting at Hooksett Walmart 01/24/2018
State takes custody of child allegedly sexually assaulted in Walmart lot in Worcester Mass. 01/23/2018
Deputies: Man wearing cowboy hat stormed into SC Walmart, pointed gun at customers 01/23/2018
BOILING SPRINGS, SC (FOX Carolina) - Spartanburg County deputies said a 20-year-old man was arrested after multiple witnesses reported a man with a gun entered the Walmart in Boiling Springs and ordered everyone to get on the ground.
According to jail records, Jason Wooten of Wellford is charged with attempted armed robbery and possession of a weapon during a violent crime for the incident Monday at the store on Highway 9.
The incident happened just after 2 a.m. Complete article
BOILING SPRINGS, SC (FOX Carolina) - Spartanburg County deputies said a 20-year-old man was arrested after multiple witnesses reported a man with a gun entered the Walmart in Boiling Springs and ordered everyone to get on the ground.
According to jail records, Jason Wooten of Wellford is charged with attempted armed robbery and possession of a weapon during a violent crime for the incident Monday at the store on Highway 9.
The incident happened just after 2 a.m. Complete article
Armed Woodstock man steals 60-inch TV from Ill. Walmart, police say 01/24/2018
WOODSTOCK – A 24-year-old Woodstock man was arrested Monday night after police said he stole a 60-inch Vizio TV from a Walmart in Woodstock and brandished a handgun when he was asked to pay.
Woodstock police responded about 5 p.m. Monday to the supercenter, 1275 Lake Ave., for reports of a person who might have displayed a weapon to employees, according to a news release from Woodstock police.
Witnesses on the scene told police that the offender tried to take the TV, valued at about $700, from the store without paying. When an employee asked the man to show a receipt for proof of purchase, the man brandished a handgun, Woodstock Police Chief John Lieb said. Complete article
WOODSTOCK – A 24-year-old Woodstock man was arrested Monday night after police said he stole a 60-inch Vizio TV from a Walmart in Woodstock and brandished a handgun when he was asked to pay.
Woodstock police responded about 5 p.m. Monday to the supercenter, 1275 Lake Ave., for reports of a person who might have displayed a weapon to employees, according to a news release from Woodstock police.
Witnesses on the scene told police that the offender tried to take the TV, valued at about $700, from the store without paying. When an employee asked the man to show a receipt for proof of purchase, the man brandished a handgun, Woodstock Police Chief John Lieb said. Complete article
NY Walmart shoplifting turns into police chase and drug bust 01/23/2018
HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (18 NEWS) - One man is behind bars after he led police on a chase from Watkins Glen to Horseheads that ended in a drug bust.
New York State Police identified the suspect as Jedidiah Bradford who led authorities on a chase through Schuyler County.
Police said the suspect tossed drugs out of the window during the course of the chase along with the stolen items from Walmart. Complete article
HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (18 NEWS) - One man is behind bars after he led police on a chase from Watkins Glen to Horseheads that ended in a drug bust.
New York State Police identified the suspect as Jedidiah Bradford who led authorities on a chase through Schuyler County.
Police said the suspect tossed drugs out of the window during the course of the chase along with the stolen items from Walmart. Complete article
Couple’s three girls were taken away after Ariz. Walmart reported innocent bath time photos 01/24/2018
Lisa and A.J. Demaree's decade-long legal ordeal started with, by all accounts, an utterly innocent family moment.
In 2008, the couple took their three daughters, then infants 5 months, 4 months and 18 months old, on a vacation to San Diego. They snapped more than 100 photos during the trip, like parents do, including several of the girls playing together during bath time. When they returned to their home in Peoria, Arizona, they dropped the camera's memory stick off at a Walmart for developing.
Within a day, a police detective came knocking. Complete article
Lisa and A.J. Demaree's decade-long legal ordeal started with, by all accounts, an utterly innocent family moment.
In 2008, the couple took their three daughters, then infants 5 months, 4 months and 18 months old, on a vacation to San Diego. They snapped more than 100 photos during the trip, like parents do, including several of the girls playing together during bath time. When they returned to their home in Peoria, Arizona, they dropped the camera's memory stick off at a Walmart for developing.
Within a day, a police detective came knocking. Complete article
BCSO: Suspect stole shrimp, TV from Bluffton SC Walmart 01/23/2018
FWPD Looking For Suspects Who Stole Thousands From Tx. Walmart 01/23/2018
Three cars collide at Ga. Walmart intersection 01/23/2018
Trio From Chattanooga Charged In Shoplifting At Sweetwater Tenn. Walmart In Which Attempt Was Made To Stab Employee 01/23/2018 Three people from Chattanooga were arrested at Sweetwater, Tn., after allegedly walking out with a shopping cart of items without paying, then one of the trio allegedly tried to stab an employee who sought to stop them.
Deputies: Man seen stealing items from Powhatan Va. Walmart 01/24/2018
Police believe man was scamming, harassing people into giving him money at Ill. Walmart 01/24/2018
Armed robbery suspect to Okla. Walmart employee: 'Here's your receipt' 01/24/2018
BROKEN ARROW, Okla. - Police brought a man into custody after he reportedly pulled out a gun and robbed a store in Broken Arrow.
Broken Arrow police said they arrested Jack Campbell after he pulled out a gun and robbed the Walmart Neighborhood Market near 48th and Houston Tuesday.
The victim told police she was working at the door, checking receipts when Campbell pushed a cart through an unattended register and tried to walk past her.
Police said the cart had a coffee maker, dog food and a dog bowl in it.
Officers said the victim asked to see Campbell’s receipt, to which he reportedly showed her a gun and said, “Here’s your receipt. Now, shut up.” Complete article
BROKEN ARROW, Okla. - Police brought a man into custody after he reportedly pulled out a gun and robbed a store in Broken Arrow.
Broken Arrow police said they arrested Jack Campbell after he pulled out a gun and robbed the Walmart Neighborhood Market near 48th and Houston Tuesday.
The victim told police she was working at the door, checking receipts when Campbell pushed a cart through an unattended register and tried to walk past her.
Police said the cart had a coffee maker, dog food and a dog bowl in it.
Officers said the victim asked to see Campbell’s receipt, to which he reportedly showed her a gun and said, “Here’s your receipt. Now, shut up.” Complete article
Man charged after reportedly pointing BB gun at deputy outside Walmart on Merritt Island Fla. 01/24/2018
A Melbourne man was taken into custody Tuesday morning after deputies say he intentionally pointed what looked like a real handgun at a deputy while crouched behind an electrical box outside a Merritt Island Walmart.
Morgan Murphy, 55, was "ranting" about wanting to kill someone after purchasing a BB gun from the Walmart on Merritt Island Causeway about 6 a.m. Tuesday, according to an arrest report. He also attempted to purchase live ammunition from the store, but employees refused to sell to him.
Employees said Murphy was creating a disturbance and making customers fearful. After purchasing the gun, he left the store on foot.
When deputies arrived, they located the suspect crouched outside the store behind an electrical box. As they approached him, Murphy leaped out from behind the box and pointed the BB gun at a deputy, according to reports. Complete article
A Melbourne man was taken into custody Tuesday morning after deputies say he intentionally pointed what looked like a real handgun at a deputy while crouched behind an electrical box outside a Merritt Island Walmart.
Morgan Murphy, 55, was "ranting" about wanting to kill someone after purchasing a BB gun from the Walmart on Merritt Island Causeway about 6 a.m. Tuesday, according to an arrest report. He also attempted to purchase live ammunition from the store, but employees refused to sell to him.
Employees said Murphy was creating a disturbance and making customers fearful. After purchasing the gun, he left the store on foot.
When deputies arrived, they located the suspect crouched outside the store behind an electrical box. As they approached him, Murphy leaped out from behind the box and pointed the BB gun at a deputy, according to reports. Complete article
Tenn. Woman tries to transfer money at Walmart to pay Arkansas mother's rent, but it never sends 01/24/2018
A Memphis woman is upset with Walmart after she tried to send her mother more than $400....but it went to someone else.
Police were called, and the man behind in her line may have stolen her money. The incident happened at the neighborhood Walmart off Hickory Hill and Mt. Moriah Wednesday morning.
“It's very upsetting,” Barbara Gamble said.
Wednesday morning just before 10 a.m., Gamble walked through the door with the sole goal of sending her sick mother $460 she desperately needs for rent.
“She's sick, and has not been able to work much,” Gamble said.
Gamble spoke with the associate who filled out the paperwork, and it was a done deal...or so she thought.
“About maybe 20 minutes later, I called my mom to make sure she picked it up, and she said 'I’m at Walmart right now,and they won't let me pick it up,'” Gamble said. Complete article
A Memphis woman is upset with Walmart after she tried to send her mother more than $400....but it went to someone else.
Police were called, and the man behind in her line may have stolen her money. The incident happened at the neighborhood Walmart off Hickory Hill and Mt. Moriah Wednesday morning.
“It's very upsetting,” Barbara Gamble said.
Wednesday morning just before 10 a.m., Gamble walked through the door with the sole goal of sending her sick mother $460 she desperately needs for rent.
“She's sick, and has not been able to work much,” Gamble said.
Gamble spoke with the associate who filled out the paperwork, and it was a done deal...or so she thought.
“About maybe 20 minutes later, I called my mom to make sure she picked it up, and she said 'I’m at Walmart right now,and they won't let me pick it up,'” Gamble said. Complete article
Trio arrested after attempting to wheel out cart containing $1,000 in stolen merchandise at Fla. Wal-Mart 01/24/2018
Katina Powell cited in Ky. Walmart shoplifting case 01/24/2018
Binghamton man punched Johnson City Tenn. Walmart employee in the face after shoplifting, police say 01/24/2018
Wal-Mart Beats Back Suits Against Directors Over Bribes 01/25/2018
Former NJ priest sentenced for choking infant inside Overland Park Kansas Wal-Mart 01/25/2018
Infant rattles sold at Walmart, Kmart, Amazon recalled 01/25/2018
Infant rattles are being recalled because of 53,302 reports of parts breaking off, posing a choking hazard to small children.
The recall involves the "Shake & Sing Elephant Rattle" made by VTech.
Although no injuries have been reported, VTech says there have been 53,302 reports of the ears breaking off of the rattle, which could cause a choking hazard to babies. Complete article
Infant rattles are being recalled because of 53,302 reports of parts breaking off, posing a choking hazard to small children.
The recall involves the "Shake & Sing Elephant Rattle" made by VTech.
Although no injuries have been reported, VTech says there have been 53,302 reports of the ears breaking off of the rattle, which could cause a choking hazard to babies. Complete article
Man injures young girl while attempting to steal from Alabama Walmart in Mobile 01/25/2018
A young girl is recovering from injuries after a trip to a Mobile-area Walmart took a turn for the worst when a shoplifter knocked her to the ground.
Mobile Police have arrested 34-year-old Jacques James, who they say tried to leave the store with a shopping cart filled with items he had not paid for.
The incident took place around 6 p.m. on Wednesday.
An officer at the store, located at 101 E. I-65 Service Road, attempted to apprehend the suspect, who began to flee.
In his attempt to get away, James, police say, pushed a 9-year-old girl onto the concrete. Complete article
A young girl is recovering from injuries after a trip to a Mobile-area Walmart took a turn for the worst when a shoplifter knocked her to the ground.
Mobile Police have arrested 34-year-old Jacques James, who they say tried to leave the store with a shopping cart filled with items he had not paid for.
The incident took place around 6 p.m. on Wednesday.
An officer at the store, located at 101 E. I-65 Service Road, attempted to apprehend the suspect, who began to flee.
In his attempt to get away, James, police say, pushed a 9-year-old girl onto the concrete. Complete article
Why Clinton Iowa Police have ramped up patrols around Walmart and Hobby Lobby 01/25/2018
CLINTON, Iowa — Officers are ramping up patrols where there have been recent incidents of people being approached by “suspicious subjects,” according the the Clinton Police Department.
The police department said recent social media posts have been describing these incidents near Walmart and Hobby Lobby – located on 25th Street and Jewel – located on 2nd Street. More officers will be on patrol in that area, per the chief’s orders.
In a Facebook post, the department went into detail about the incidents. These were the incidents reported: Complete article
Police Share Safety Tips After Suspicious Person Incident at Area Walmart 01/25/2018
CLINTON, Iowa — Officers are ramping up patrols where there have been recent incidents of people being approached by “suspicious subjects,” according the the Clinton Police Department.
The police department said recent social media posts have been describing these incidents near Walmart and Hobby Lobby – located on 25th Street and Jewel – located on 2nd Street. More officers will be on patrol in that area, per the chief’s orders.
In a Facebook post, the department went into detail about the incidents. These were the incidents reported: Complete article
Police Share Safety Tips After Suspicious Person Incident at Area Walmart 01/25/2018
Shots reportedly fired at Johnson City Tenn. Walmart on Market Street 01/26/2018
JOHNSON CITY, TN (WJHL) - Johnson City dispatchers say they received a report of shots fired at the Market Street Walmart this morning. The incident reportedly happened just after 8:00 a.m.
The city's website says, two men suspected of shoplifting were trying to get away from the store when a man in the parking lot confronted them.
According to police, the suspect pointed the gun at the man and the man got his gun and fired once. Complete article
Bristol Va. police find stolen Jeep believed to be connected with Johnson City Tenn. Walmart shooting 01/28/2018
JOHNSON CITY, TN (WJHL) - Johnson City dispatchers say they received a report of shots fired at the Market Street Walmart this morning. The incident reportedly happened just after 8:00 a.m.
The city's website says, two men suspected of shoplifting were trying to get away from the store when a man in the parking lot confronted them.
According to police, the suspect pointed the gun at the man and the man got his gun and fired once. Complete article
Bristol Va. police find stolen Jeep believed to be connected with Johnson City Tenn. Walmart shooting 01/28/2018
Small fire sparks Walmart evacuation in Leland NC 01/25/2018
LELAND, NC (WWAY) — A fire this afternoon at the Leland Walmart cause employees and shoppers to evacuate.
The call came in just before 3:30 p.m. Leland Fire and Rescue chief, John Grimes, says a fire broke out in the fire pump for sprinkler system.
A fire extinguisher was used to put out the fire. Investigators say there was no danger to employees or customers. Complete article
LELAND, NC (WWAY) — A fire this afternoon at the Leland Walmart cause employees and shoppers to evacuate.
The call came in just before 3:30 p.m. Leland Fire and Rescue chief, John Grimes, says a fire broke out in the fire pump for sprinkler system.
A fire extinguisher was used to put out the fire. Investigators say there was no danger to employees or customers. Complete article
Milwaukee woman arrested for eating and burning off tags at Wisc. Walmart 01/26/2018
Roane County WV deputies seek public help identifying Walmart shoplifters 01/26/2018
Attorney: Walmart Locked, 'Segregated' African American Hair Products 01/26/2018
Walmart Scan & Go premieres at Terre Haute Ind. store 01/2/2018
Police arrest man found sleeping in stolen car in Okla. Walmart parking lot 01/26/2018
Missouri Walmart assistant manager filmed 12-year-old boy in bathroom of Springfield store, police say 01/26/2018
Police say the assistant manager of a Springfield Walmart used his cell phone to surreptitiously film a 12-year-old boy in the store's bathroom.
According to court documents, the boy was at the Walmart Neighborhood Market with his mother at 3536 W. Mt. Vernon St. on the afternoon of Jan. 18 when an assistant store manager followed him into the bathroom.
Court documents say the boy told police he went into a stall, locked the door, unzipped his pants and looked up.
A phone was held over the stall, the boy allegedly said, and its camera lens was pointed at him. Complete article
Police say the assistant manager of a Springfield Walmart used his cell phone to surreptitiously film a 12-year-old boy in the store's bathroom.
According to court documents, the boy was at the Walmart Neighborhood Market with his mother at 3536 W. Mt. Vernon St. on the afternoon of Jan. 18 when an assistant store manager followed him into the bathroom.
Court documents say the boy told police he went into a stall, locked the door, unzipped his pants and looked up.
A phone was held over the stall, the boy allegedly said, and its camera lens was pointed at him. Complete article
State rep says Walmart broke the law when it closed Lithonia Ga. Sam's Club | Company denies his claim 01/26/2018
A state lawmaker said Walmart violated federal law when it abruptly closed a local Sam’s Club last week.
"Walmart violated the Federal Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act by abruptly closing the Sam's Club in my community," said state Rep. Vernon Jones (D-Lithonia). "Sam's Club employees, as well as the Georgia Workforce Division and local governing authorities, should have been notified at least 60 days prior to the closure.” Complete article
A state lawmaker said Walmart violated federal law when it abruptly closed a local Sam’s Club last week.
"Walmart violated the Federal Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act by abruptly closing the Sam's Club in my community," said state Rep. Vernon Jones (D-Lithonia). "Sam's Club employees, as well as the Georgia Workforce Division and local governing authorities, should have been notified at least 60 days prior to the closure.” Complete article
Woman found with sawed-off shotgun near Clearlake Ca. Walmart 01/26/2018
Clearlake police arrested an Oakland woman Wednesday night near a Walmart on suspicion of carrying a loaded sawed-off shotgun in her backpack.
Police responded to a call of man and a woman arguing around 9:40 p.m., Sgt. Elvis Cook said. As they were detaining the man, Quintin Celestine, 32, Oakland, the woman, Ashley Bell, 29, began yelling at police from a nearby bus stop.
Bell then began walking toward the officers, who noticed a sawed-off shotgun sticking out of a camouflage backpack held in her left hand, Cook said. She then attempted to back away but police grabbed her and seized the firearm.
Officers determined the shotgun was loaded with the safety off, Cook said. The gun was allegedly stolen. Complete article
Clearlake police arrested an Oakland woman Wednesday night near a Walmart on suspicion of carrying a loaded sawed-off shotgun in her backpack.
Police responded to a call of man and a woman arguing around 9:40 p.m., Sgt. Elvis Cook said. As they were detaining the man, Quintin Celestine, 32, Oakland, the woman, Ashley Bell, 29, began yelling at police from a nearby bus stop.
Bell then began walking toward the officers, who noticed a sawed-off shotgun sticking out of a camouflage backpack held in her left hand, Cook said. She then attempted to back away but police grabbed her and seized the firearm.
Officers determined the shotgun was loaded with the safety off, Cook said. The gun was allegedly stolen. Complete article
‘I did it:’ Couple accused of stealing batteries from multiple Wisc. Walmart stores, selling them to buy heroin 01/26/2018
Former employee, wife charged for stealing and using Pa. Walmart gift cards 01/27/2018
Former Missouri Walmart employee charged with stealing more than $2,000 from cash registers 01/26/2018
Police searching for man suspected of trying to rob Walmart Neighborhood Market in Kernersville NC 01/29/2018
Police investigating report of explosive at Fountain and Colorado Springs Walmart 01/27/2018 No bomb found
Bomb Scare at Nixa Missouri Walmart Leads to Full Evacuation, Employee Charged 01/27/2018 (follow up indicates it may have been a misunderstood prank)
Suspect in custody and charged with second degree terrorist threat
NIXA, Mo. — A bomb scare at a Nixa Walmart this morning lead to full evacuation and street closures Saturday morning.
One suspect is under custody and charged with making a terrorist threat in the second degree, police say.
Arif Rahman, 33, an employee at the Walmart, placed a suspicious looking item inside Walmart with the intent to scare people, police say.
City of Nixa Public Information Officer Drew Douglas says 911 dispatch received a call at approximately 9:59 a.m. Saturday morning.
"An employee of Walmart believe that they had a bomb in the back storage area of the store. They described seeing a black box with zip ties and two blinking red lights," said Douglas. Complete article
Nixa Walmart assistant manager's alleged 'prank' results in arrest, charges 01/29/2018 Rahman's girlfriend, Cassie Gardner, who lives in Oregon, wrote on Facebook that the item was a toy and that because of "racial profiling, an innocent person is now suffering".
Suspect in custody and charged with second degree terrorist threat
NIXA, Mo. — A bomb scare at a Nixa Walmart this morning lead to full evacuation and street closures Saturday morning.
One suspect is under custody and charged with making a terrorist threat in the second degree, police say.
Arif Rahman, 33, an employee at the Walmart, placed a suspicious looking item inside Walmart with the intent to scare people, police say.
City of Nixa Public Information Officer Drew Douglas says 911 dispatch received a call at approximately 9:59 a.m. Saturday morning.
"An employee of Walmart believe that they had a bomb in the back storage area of the store. They described seeing a black box with zip ties and two blinking red lights," said Douglas. Complete article
Nixa Walmart assistant manager's alleged 'prank' results in arrest, charges 01/29/2018 Rahman's girlfriend, Cassie Gardner, who lives in Oregon, wrote on Facebook that the item was a toy and that because of "racial profiling, an innocent person is now suffering".
Naked Woman under medical evaluation after incident at Tx. Walmart 01/28/2018
BRYAN, Tex. (KBTX) - Police say a woman was restrained in a Bryan Walmart late Saturday night for her own safety.
Authorities were dispatched to the Walmart on Briarcrest shortly after 10 p.m. for a disorderly conduct call. They say a woman was reportedly trying to grab people.
Police say when they arrived, a crowd had gathered around a woman who was naked and running through the aisles of the store. Witnesses tell KBTX the woman was screaming as she was running. Complete article
BRYAN, Tex. (KBTX) - Police say a woman was restrained in a Bryan Walmart late Saturday night for her own safety.
Authorities were dispatched to the Walmart on Briarcrest shortly after 10 p.m. for a disorderly conduct call. They say a woman was reportedly trying to grab people.
Police say when they arrived, a crowd had gathered around a woman who was naked and running through the aisles of the store. Witnesses tell KBTX the woman was screaming as she was running. Complete article
Woman arrested after attempt to rob Tyler Tx. Walmart store 01/28/2018
Teens steal socks, candy from Lancaster Walmart before arrest 01/25/2018
Man accused of shoplifting, assaulting officer at NC Walmart 01/27/2018
Police seek identity of Okla. Walmart thief 01/29/2018 After reviewing cameras, it was determined the woman left the store with about $85 in merchandise.
No charges for officers involved in Shadle Wash. Walmart shooting 01/2/2018
4 Sought in Arkansas Walmart Visa Scams 01/29/2018
Wal-Mart to tell suppliers: Deliver on time or face fines 01/30/2018
Hewitt Tx. police seeking women accused in Walmart gift card scheme 01/29/2018
Shasta County couple arrested in Oroville Ca. Walmart theft 01/29/2018
Two women robbed in Butler Twp. Ohio Walmart parking lot 01/30/2018
BUTLER TWP. — Two women were victims of an armed robbery in a Walmart parking lot in Butler Twp. early Tuesday morning.
The incident occurred just before 1 a.m. at the business located at 3465 York Commons Blvd, per initial reports.
A woman, described in her 40s, was leaving from shopping at the 24-hour store and once at her vehicle, where another female passenger in her 20s was inside, was approached by a man displaying a gun.
According to Butler Twp. police sergeant Mark Morgan, the suspect, who also had another man with him, was able to get away with $150. The other man did not approach the women at the vehicle, but rather stood nearby. Complete article
BUTLER TWP. — Two women were victims of an armed robbery in a Walmart parking lot in Butler Twp. early Tuesday morning.
The incident occurred just before 1 a.m. at the business located at 3465 York Commons Blvd, per initial reports.
A woman, described in her 40s, was leaving from shopping at the 24-hour store and once at her vehicle, where another female passenger in her 20s was inside, was approached by a man displaying a gun.
According to Butler Twp. police sergeant Mark Morgan, the suspect, who also had another man with him, was able to get away with $150. The other man did not approach the women at the vehicle, but rather stood nearby. Complete article
Man accused of exposing himself to girls at Ga. Walmart 01/30/2018
Hialeah Police Searching For Two Suspects After Fla. Walmart Parking Lot Armed Robbery and shooting 01/30/2018
The Hialeah Police Department is searching for two suspects who fired a weapon during an attempted robbery at a Walmart parking lot on Tuesday.
Two male victims who were shot at were walking to the Walmart located at 9300 NW 77th Avenue at about 9:20 p.m. when two others approached them, pointed a gun and demanded a gold chain one of the victims was wearing, police said.
One of the suspects fired the gun and a bullet grazed the head of one of the unidentified victims. He was not badly injured and is in stable condition, police said. Complete article
The Hialeah Police Department is searching for two suspects who fired a weapon during an attempted robbery at a Walmart parking lot on Tuesday.
Two male victims who were shot at were walking to the Walmart located at 9300 NW 77th Avenue at about 9:20 p.m. when two others approached them, pointed a gun and demanded a gold chain one of the victims was wearing, police said.
One of the suspects fired the gun and a bullet grazed the head of one of the unidentified victims. He was not badly injured and is in stable condition, police said. Complete article
Fire forces evacuations at Walmart in Altamonte Springs Fla. 01/30/2018
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. — A small fire forced the evacuation Tuesday of a Walmart in Altamonte Springs, officials said.
The Seminole County Fire Department said the fire was reported at the Walmart on State Road 434 and West Town Parkway. Complete article
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. — A small fire forced the evacuation Tuesday of a Walmart in Altamonte Springs, officials said.
The Seminole County Fire Department said the fire was reported at the Walmart on State Road 434 and West Town Parkway. Complete article
Forbes: Walmart's Supplier Mandate: Replenish Shelves Faster, And We'll Turn Over Customer Data 01/30/2018
Walmart fired its latest salvo in its battle to compete with Amazon and play to the instant-gratification consumer mindset birthed by online shopping.
The retailer has made a data-in-exchange-for-speedy restocking product pact with the suppliers that line its shelves: It will share more data with its vendors if they in turn expedite replenishment of out-of-stock items, Reuters reported.
Walmart’s On Shelf Customer Availability (OSCA) data, which to date had only been accessible internally, is being shared at the company’s Supplier Growth Forum at its Bentonville, Ark. headquarters this week. Complete article
Walmart fired its latest salvo in its battle to compete with Amazon and play to the instant-gratification consumer mindset birthed by online shopping.
The retailer has made a data-in-exchange-for-speedy restocking product pact with the suppliers that line its shelves: It will share more data with its vendors if they in turn expedite replenishment of out-of-stock items, Reuters reported.
Walmart’s On Shelf Customer Availability (OSCA) data, which to date had only been accessible internally, is being shared at the company’s Supplier Growth Forum at its Bentonville, Ark. headquarters this week. Complete article
Walmart offering flu shots in midst of widespread outbreak 01/30/2018
SPOKANE, Wash. - Flu shots will be available at all Washington state Walmarts as health experts say the widespread flu outbreak may only now be hitting its peak. The CDC warned Friday that this year's particularly dangerous flu season is far from over.
Walmart hopes to remind Washington residents that it's not too late to get a flu shot. It could help lessen the effects and symptoms if someone were to catch the flu and could also help prevent others from catching the disease. Complete article
SPOKANE, Wash. - Flu shots will be available at all Washington state Walmarts as health experts say the widespread flu outbreak may only now be hitting its peak. The CDC warned Friday that this year's particularly dangerous flu season is far from over.
Walmart hopes to remind Washington residents that it's not too late to get a flu shot. It could help lessen the effects and symptoms if someone were to catch the flu and could also help prevent others from catching the disease. Complete article
Florida man beats armless, legless girlfriend -- then turns himself in at Walmart 01/30/2018 "Moan said he's tired of taking care of her and pushing her in her wheelchair everywhere," the Indian River Sheriff's Office said. "He said he's also tired of being her primary caregiver and felt if he punched her and confessed it, he would no longer have to take care of her and she would become the state's problem."
PD: Man exposed himself to shopper at Peoria Ariz. Walmart 01/30/2018
Police arrest man for indecent exposure at North Charleston SC Walmart parking lot 01/30/2018
Brooklyn man attempts to hide from Troopers inside Conn. Walmart 01/31/2018
Video voyeur arrested at Kearny Mesa Ca. Walmart 01/31/2018
Judge orders competency hearing for Thornton Colorado Walmart shooting suspect 01/31/2018
Police Searching For Female Suspect Who Abducted, Robbed Woman In Penn. Walmart Parking Lot 01/31/2018
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Philadelphia police are searching for a woman who allegedly abducted another woman and robbed her in the city’s Summerdale section last week.
Police say the female suspect, believed to be in her mid-30s, approached the 24-year-old victim in the parking lot of a Walmart on Roosevelt Boulevard around 7:45 p.m. last Thursday.
Police say the suspect forced the victim into her own car at knife point, then made her drive to an ATM on Rising Sun Avenue where she made the victim withdraw $500.
The suspect left with the cash, and was last seen at a Wawa on Erie Avenue getting out of an early 2000’s vehicle that resembled a Lincoln Town car with a dark roof. Complete article
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Philadelphia police are searching for a woman who allegedly abducted another woman and robbed her in the city’s Summerdale section last week.
Police say the female suspect, believed to be in her mid-30s, approached the 24-year-old victim in the parking lot of a Walmart on Roosevelt Boulevard around 7:45 p.m. last Thursday.
Police say the suspect forced the victim into her own car at knife point, then made her drive to an ATM on Rising Sun Avenue where she made the victim withdraw $500.
The suspect left with the cash, and was last seen at a Wawa on Erie Avenue getting out of an early 2000’s vehicle that resembled a Lincoln Town car with a dark roof. Complete article
61 cans of baby formula stolen from Burlington Wisc. Walmart, police looking for suspects 01/31/2018
Fugitive from Tennessee nabbed at NY Walmart 01/31/2018
Police: Criminals using Walmart to scam Ca. residents 01/31/2018
Suspected meth lab near Walmart investigated by Richland County SC sheriff’s deputies 01/31/2018
Man steals more than $430 worth of deodorant from Walmart: Brooklyn Ohio Police Blotter 01/31/2018
Report: Man banned from SC Walmart returns 01/31/2018
Muskego and New Berlin police reports: Shoplifters caught at Wisc. Walmart 01/31/2018
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