Walmart had at least seventeen more shootings in January 2024, related to their business, with four of them fatal, and since one was a murder suicide, this comes to five shooting related deaths. Sixteen of those shootings, including three of the fatal ones were on their property, but the seventeenth one involved an argument that began on their property and actually led to two other shootings elsewhere after those involved in the argument left the premises, and one of the deaths was related to this. There were also at least nine injuries related to these shootings. One of these shootings involved a vigilante shooting at a victims car as it was being stolen, others involved carjackings, robberies or shopliftings, drug deals, domestic disputes and angry customers.
Three of these shootings took place on the same day near the end of the month, and one media outlet actually reported on this, which rarely if ever happens even though this has happened close to if not more than a dozen times before, including at least two times where there were four shootings in the same day. Just last month there were three shootings at Walmarts two days before Christmas, then again on New Years Eve and all three of those were inside the stores, which is very rare; yet traditional media declined to report on how often this happens. When they did report on three shootings in one day they made a point of saying that since they had so many stores it's inevitable they would have to deal with the countries epidemic of shootings, which is true; but tehy didn't report on the fact that statistically Walmart has more crime, including shootings, than any other store. There's also another lawsuit about a Walmart shooting last October, which is semi-routine, since many other families of victims have also sued Walmart in the past.
In addition to the five deaths at Walmart, counting one that resulted from a Walmart argument with a shooting nearby but not on their property, there ware two bodies found in their parking lots, one person stabbed to death and another person that died as a result of a medical emergency which led to a major crash into the store, bringing the total deaths to at least nine. There was also a report of a death at Walmart two years ago when Walmart refused to let a worker go home when she was sick and she died at the end of her shift in the bathroom, but this got very little attention at the time, which is a reminder that these are minimum number of deaths or shootings, since we have no way of knowing how many more were virtually ignored by the media.
Walmart also had over half a dozen, if not a dozen other gun crimes, including robberies, a few guns found on their shelves, including a civil war reproduction gun, at least one hidden by a robbery suspect, false alarms, and a panic that led to a lock down at a couple local schools.
Complaints about self-checkout, receipt checks and a variety of other theft prevention tactics at Walmart are constantly going viral on the internet and it's even working it's way into traditional media. For the record, if you head from the register to the door after you're done, as most people including myself do, there should be no reason to ask for a receipt unless they have probable cause, and you should be able to end it without showing your receipt by simply asking if they have probable cause. If they don't they almost certainly don't have any legal right to go any further; but that's not a guarantee that they won't even if it's a cop, who should know the law, asking for a receipt. Last summer when a cop demanded a receipt and the paying customer said he had one, and kept going because he didn't feel obligated to stop, rightfully, the cop tackled him and was disciplined by the police department and there's a current lawsuit over the case.
There have been several recent reports indicating that prison labor is being used to increase corporate profits, including many of Walmart suppliers, making them beneficiaries over a slave system still allowed under the Thirteenth Amendment in an exemption for convicted felons. Little or no discussion is taking place about the fact that our economic system is designed to virtually entrap the poor under rules or laws made by the rich. This includes laws escalating petty theft to felonies when they're repeated, but ignoring most wage theft or other corporate fraud most of the time, and treating it as a civil matter, instead of a criminal matter, on the rare cases where they're taken to court. It also ignores the fact that many of Walmart's policies, including cutting employees, self-checkout, and store design among other things inevitably causes their higher crime problems, making this virtual entrapment.
More stories continue to pour in about people buying gift cards at Walmart and having their funds drained before they can use it. This is because Walmart never tried to make them secure in the first place, yet they refuse to take responsibility for it and they often get the profits from selling the cards while thieves steal all the funds. In some cases when Walmart has been caught at scams they refunded money after publicity is drawn to it, but to the best of my knowledge this isn't happening in this case. They're enabling the thieves with their insecure practices, yet there's no accountability, increasing the belief that laws are made only for the poor, not the rich, which may not be entirely true, but it's close; there are many ways to rig the economy for the rich and it's legal because of their ties to politicians, not any claims about "justice."
Walmart has also found more skimming devices on their card readers, which is now routine, and, once again, they refuse to either secure their card readers or take responsibility for losses. This is much more common on self-checkout card readers, but has happened at regular registers when they distract the cashier, or use other methods. This means that those installing them can gain access to customer data and make charges to the card without customers consent. In some cases the bank involved may have security or insurance so they take responsibility, but Walmart doesn't stop it, and if the bank doesn't cancel purchases the customer is accountable.
Walmart also had a bottle throwing brawl at one store, someone attacking people with a broom at another, and a third store where a man began burning or painting things around the store, which freaked people out.
In at least two cases where poor parents were caught acting in a manner that was considered inappropriate there were massive efforts to shame them but none to help teach them how to care for their children or avoid pushing them into desperate situations. This may seem acceptable to some people, but good researchers have shown how to solve many social problems and save an enormous amount of money at the same time. Some of this was written about by Lisbeth Schorr author of "Within Our Reach" and "Common Purpose" and other research from James Garbarino, Robert Zagar, and many other researchers shows that it's far more effective to solve social problems before they escalate, yet the media never covers this research and politicians refuse to make policies based on good research. Lisbeth Schorr's books used to be available free on the Internet Archive, but they made it unavailable for borrowing because of a copyright lawsuit making it even harder to educate the public about solving social problems, and showing that profits for rich people is far more important to the courts and politicians than the best interests of the majority!
There were also various assaults, kidnapping attempts, shopliftings and many other crimes at Walmart as well. One child was robbed of hyped up over priced Air Jordan shoes or sneakers. There's little or no discussion about the possibility that hyping up products is contributing to these crimes, even though they've been happening for well over twenty-five years, and the high prices are clearly based on advertising not value or quality of these sneakers. There should be no doubt that advertising hype contributes to crime, including some violent crime; but those with political power profit from it, so discussing it is off-limits in mainstream media.
A cop in Colorado who punched a woman while off-duty and out of uniform a few months ago is back on-duty, even though he was allegedly "disciplined" despite the fact that this violent assault indicates he shouldn't be a police officer. A County politician was charged with shoplifting at Walmart, and much swifter and permanent action was taken against him; the same goes for police caught shoplifting at Walmart, which happens at least a few times every year. If they attack the poor there's little or no accountability for police but if they steal from powerful corporations they're quickly and permanently fired, showing an obvious double standard.
One of their delivery drivers was accused of stealing half the order of a customers, which isn't the first time this happened, and they keep getting caught overcharging for merchandise so people are warned to check their receipts. in addition to the fatal accident there were at close to if not more than a dozen other major accidents, including one where the driver who crashed into the store barricaded himself in the car for hours, chases, stolen vehicles, hit and runs, carjackings, including one at knife point, drunk drivings and other automobile related crimes.
There were also a couple car fires, but surprisingly few other fires, except for the man setting small fires and painting odd items in the store, which is fewer fires than at least six to eight years, if not longer. But there were a few more knife attacks at their stores, including at least two stabbings and one other knife threat in addition to the fatal stabbing mentioned earlier.
In addition to the old scams that Walmart doesn't take responsibility for they allegedly could be hitting customers with "phantom debt" as a result of a new self-checkout policy allowing people to buy now and pay later, although there's not much information available about how much interest they charge or if it's higher than traditional charge cards, which are already as bad as loan sharks.
Walmart had new recalls for both snacks and half a million beds which have been breaking or collapsing. They're also facing various lawsuits including state suits related to opioids, false accusations of shoplifting, sex discrimination, and for an employee filming people in the bathrooms, which has happened on numerous occasions around the country.
Do you feel the sudden urge to work a full day at Walmart for free and brag about it on Social Media? What kind of idiot would do that?
If you order perishable groceries delivered from Walmart do you expect them to wait for hours outside in the heat waiting for a ride?
Have you ever had your horse and buggy stolen from Walmart?
Have any former employees used the PA system to quit or come back after being fired to announce they're "signing out?" This has actually become semi-routine across the country.
How often do two goats wander into your local store, to shop or for any other reason? how about any other animals? This is also semi-routine.
Strange things happen at Walmart!
In 2006 Wake Up Walmart did a study, "Is Walmart Safe?" based on incidents in 2004, (PDF) about crime at Walmart which showed that it increased when Walmarts opened up and that crime was higher at Walmart than at other retailers. Since then Walmart Shootings began compiling a list of gun related incidents at Walmart and demonstrated that they have a large number of them, including on average more than one shooting per week somewhere in the country; now after counting them for several years that average is over two per week. In January of 2014 another study, "Rolling Back Prices and Raising Crime Rates?" provided additional statistical research indicating that Walmart 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 Walmart’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 Walmart policies have been contributing to higher crime in a previous blog, Walmart high crime rate continues un-investigaterd and have provided additional information under the author tag Walmart Crime Watch.
Over the past ten to fifteen years Walmart has been increasing the use of self-checkout, and this has corresponded with a steady increase in shoplifting as well as false accusations, yet they refuse to even discuss returning to the use of cashiers. What most people seem to have forgotten was that when they first did this it was on a small scale as an experiment, presumably to see if it worked before expanding it, which would actually make sense, if they slowed it down or reversed it once they saw how many problems it caused. But that's not what they did. Instead the more problems they had the more they increased use of self-checkout, often claiming that instead of hiring more cashiers again, which worked previously, they resorted to more technology and hiring more security to catch people skip scanning or at other forms of theft. This has led to massive amounts of false accusations, in addition to the real thefts, and when the thefts are real, and they get caught, they often resort to violence, so it endangers both Walmart workers and customers.
Now they're acting as if the rise of shoplifting is happening for some inexplicable reason and even asking police to help them solve this problem, as if it wasn't a problem created by their own policies, and most of the media or politicians aren't pointing out the obvious. This is resulting in a massive increase in arrests, court expenses, and prison expenses, which Walmart isn't paying for, effectively meaning we are subsidizing Walmart's high crime problems with tax money. There's no official explanation for why they're behaving so foolishly; but, since this is a for profit corporation it's not hard to speculate about the most likely reason for it, that they're increasing profits for those making the decisions. But, a large portion of the money saved by not hiring cashiers is spent on technology or security to catch thieves; and, if they had to pay the increase in police, courts and prison costs that would reduce or eliminate their savings, and they would almost certainly reverse their policies, because they wouldn't be increasing profits with self-checkout.
This doesn't even include the risk to the health of both their customers and workers when the worst thieves turn violent, in some cases possibly even shooting and killing people. Every year since 2016 has seen more than a hundred shootings at Walmart, and more often than not, this is increasing, while they ignore the causes of their crime problems. These self-checkouts are also making it easier for thieves to put "skimmers" that collect credit or debit card information from customers that enable them to use their cards illegally, but, once again, the customers are stuck with the tab, not Walmart, so they're doing little or nothing to stop this, even though it's a direct result of their bad policies. And furthermore, courts have ruled that Walmart has a right to detain customers even when they have no reason to believe they're shoplifting, if they simply refuse to show receipts, as a matter of principle. At times some lawyers have claimed they need probable cause to ask to see receipts, which, if a customer goes directly from the register, sometimes even when there's a cashier, to the door they can't possibly have. So this means Walmart is under no obligation to assume their paying customers are innocent until proven guilty, which should raise major constitutional questions!
Stacy Mitchell has also compiled a list of other studies about Walmart and how they impact society, Key Studies on Big-Box Retail & Independent Business. To the best of my knowledge Walmart 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 2024. According to the "Is Walmart Safe?" the average store in their sampling had 250 incidents per year indicating that these are only a fraction of the crime reports at Walmart, 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 Walmart.
Police: Bystander shoots at carjacking suspect outside Centennial Colorado Walmart 01/02/2024
CENTENNIAL, Colo. (KDVR) — A Walmart in Centennial was closed for several hours Tuesday after an armed carjacking at the automotive shop.
According to the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, a deputy was in the area of the Walmart at 10900 East Briarwood Avenue when she noticed people running from it and a 911 call was received at the same time of shots fired at the store.
Police told FOX31’s Andrea Henderson a woman was carjacked at gunpoint near the store’s automotive shop.
The victim then ran inside the store for help and a customer who heard ran outside and fired several shots at the suspect and stolen car. Complete article
Colorado investigators need help finding person of interest in Walmart carjacking in Arapahoe County 01/03/2024
25-year-old man arrested in carjacking that caused mayhem at Centennial Walmart 01/25/2024
CENTENNIAL, Colo. (KDVR) — A Walmart in Centennial was closed for several hours Tuesday after an armed carjacking at the automotive shop.
According to the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, a deputy was in the area of the Walmart at 10900 East Briarwood Avenue when she noticed people running from it and a 911 call was received at the same time of shots fired at the store.
Police told FOX31’s Andrea Henderson a woman was carjacked at gunpoint near the store’s automotive shop.
The victim then ran inside the store for help and a customer who heard ran outside and fired several shots at the suspect and stolen car. Complete article
Colorado investigators need help finding person of interest in Walmart carjacking in Arapahoe County 01/03/2024
25-year-old man arrested in carjacking that caused mayhem at Centennial Walmart 01/25/2024
Shooting in parking lot of Gonzales La. Walmart leaves 2 injured 01/02/2024
GONZALES, La. (WAFB) - A shooting in the parking lot of the Gonzales Walmart left two people injured.
According to police, the gunfire broke out around 10:30 p.m. on Monday, January 1.
Officers responded to the shooting scene in the parking lot of the Walmart store on Airline Highway in Gonzales.
Police said both victims were treated at a hospital and released. Complete article
19-year-old arrested for attempted murder after shooting in Gonzales Walmart parking lot 01/18/2024
GONZALES, La. (WAFB) - A shooting in the parking lot of the Gonzales Walmart left two people injured.
According to police, the gunfire broke out around 10:30 p.m. on Monday, January 1.
Officers responded to the shooting scene in the parking lot of the Walmart store on Airline Highway in Gonzales.
Police said both victims were treated at a hospital and released. Complete article
19-year-old arrested for attempted murder after shooting in Gonzales Walmart parking lot 01/18/2024
BPD: Body found inside van in Tx. Walmart parking lot 01/02/2024
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Brownsville Police are investigating a body that was found in the parking lot of the Walmart on Ruben Torres Boulevard.
According to the news release, police and Brownsville EMS responded at 8:30 p.m. where a man was found unresponsive sitting on the driver’s seat of a van having Tennesse license plates.
He was later pronounced dead. No foul play is suspected, according to police.
Police say it appeared the man had been living in the van due to the poor conditions of the interior of the vehicle. An autopsy was ordered and the results are pending. Complete article
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Brownsville Police are investigating a body that was found in the parking lot of the Walmart on Ruben Torres Boulevard.
According to the news release, police and Brownsville EMS responded at 8:30 p.m. where a man was found unresponsive sitting on the driver’s seat of a van having Tennesse license plates.
He was later pronounced dead. No foul play is suspected, according to police.
Police say it appeared the man had been living in the van due to the poor conditions of the interior of the vehicle. An autopsy was ordered and the results are pending. Complete article
Homeless Woman Arrested, Suspected in Clarkston and Moscow Idaho Walmart Thefts, Leading Police on Dangerous Car Chase 01/03/2024
MOSCOW - A 26-year-old homeless woman faces multiple charges for allegedly leading Moscow Police on a dangerous car chase after stealing from Walmart.
The case began on October 23 when Moscow Police officers responded to a shoplifting at Walmart. A female allegedly stole nearly $250 in merchandise from the store. The suspect fled Walmart in a sedan which was spotted by Moscow Police. The woman allegedly failed to pull over for police and led the officer on a high speed chase towards downtown at 75 m.p.h. while running red lights. The officer was forced to discontinue the pursuit and the suspect got away.
Moscow Police posted Walmart security camera images of the woman on their Facebook page. She was identified as Amanda Schroeder who was also suspected of stealing from the Clarkston Walmart. Complete article
MOSCOW - A 26-year-old homeless woman faces multiple charges for allegedly leading Moscow Police on a dangerous car chase after stealing from Walmart.
The case began on October 23 when Moscow Police officers responded to a shoplifting at Walmart. A female allegedly stole nearly $250 in merchandise from the store. The suspect fled Walmart in a sedan which was spotted by Moscow Police. The woman allegedly failed to pull over for police and led the officer on a high speed chase towards downtown at 75 m.p.h. while running red lights. The officer was forced to discontinue the pursuit and the suspect got away.
Moscow Police posted Walmart security camera images of the woman on their Facebook page. She was identified as Amanda Schroeder who was also suspected of stealing from the Clarkston Walmart. Complete article
Stranger strokes child’s head in Walmart out of ‘sexual frustration,’ Florida cops say 01/03/2024
When a man was charged with attacking a health care worker in a hospital on New Year’s Day, deputies learned he had also battered a child just days earlier as she shopped in Walmart with her mom, Florida officials said.
Deputies responded to reports of a violent man in a Palm Coast hospital on Jan. 1 when 64-year-old Robert Elliot Goldstein walked into a restricted section of the hospital, according to a Jan. 3 news release from the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.
A medical professional asked Goldstein to go back into the emergency department, the sheriff’s office said, when he “grabbed her and pinned her against the wall.” Complete article
When a man was charged with attacking a health care worker in a hospital on New Year’s Day, deputies learned he had also battered a child just days earlier as she shopped in Walmart with her mom, Florida officials said.
Deputies responded to reports of a violent man in a Palm Coast hospital on Jan. 1 when 64-year-old Robert Elliot Goldstein walked into a restricted section of the hospital, according to a Jan. 3 news release from the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.
A medical professional asked Goldstein to go back into the emergency department, the sheriff’s office said, when he “grabbed her and pinned her against the wall.” Complete article
NEED TO STOP ‘I shouldn’t have to line up to leave,’ says Walmart shopper & accuses chain of turning ‘into Costco’ with receipt check 01/01/2024
A SHOPPER slammed Walmart, saying the company is trying to turn into Costco over its long lines just to get a receipt checked.
Many customers have expressed frustration with having their receipts checked when leaving a store with some even wondering the legality of it all.
In certain stores that require a membership such as Costco or Sam's Club, it's normal for a worker to check a customer's receipt.
However, many Walmart shoppers complain that receipt checking has gotten out of control.
"Hey @WalmartCanada when did you turn into Costco?" wrote a customer on X, formerly known as Twitter, back in 2019.
"Private security guard at Richmond Hill Bayview-Major Mac store is stopping everyone and checking their receipt and items purchased. Shouldn't have to line up to leave a Walmart!" Complete article
A SHOPPER slammed Walmart, saying the company is trying to turn into Costco over its long lines just to get a receipt checked.
Many customers have expressed frustration with having their receipts checked when leaving a store with some even wondering the legality of it all.
In certain stores that require a membership such as Costco or Sam's Club, it's normal for a worker to check a customer's receipt.
However, many Walmart shoppers complain that receipt checking has gotten out of control.
"Hey @WalmartCanada when did you turn into Costco?" wrote a customer on X, formerly known as Twitter, back in 2019.
"Private security guard at Richmond Hill Bayview-Major Mac store is stopping everyone and checking their receipt and items purchased. Shouldn't have to line up to leave a Walmart!" Complete article
I work at Target and Walmart — for free — because I love to clean bathrooms 01/03/2024
If cleanliness is next to godliness, she’s a down and dirty deity.
Scrubbing caked up guck, excrement and filth off of public bathroom floors isn’t a popular pastime for most big box store patrons. But one anti-slop shopper is kicking off the new year by dedicating her free time and tidying expertise to beautifying the toilets, shelves and aisle of high-traffic hot spots.
“I worked at a random Target for free,” announced an online altruist known as @Ugh_Madison, to an audience of over 4.3 million Instagram Reels watchers.
“I got there at 1:00 p.m. ready to work,” continued the brunette, who isn’t an official employee of the retail giant, “I made sure to go above and beyond for my customers.” .....
“Why are people doing this for massive corporations and not like. Food pantries? Free clinics? Literally anywhere besides massive companies,” barked an equally unsettled naysayer. Complete article
If cleanliness is next to godliness, she’s a down and dirty deity.
Scrubbing caked up guck, excrement and filth off of public bathroom floors isn’t a popular pastime for most big box store patrons. But one anti-slop shopper is kicking off the new year by dedicating her free time and tidying expertise to beautifying the toilets, shelves and aisle of high-traffic hot spots.
“I worked at a random Target for free,” announced an online altruist known as @Ugh_Madison, to an audience of over 4.3 million Instagram Reels watchers.
“I got there at 1:00 p.m. ready to work,” continued the brunette, who isn’t an official employee of the retail giant, “I made sure to go above and beyond for my customers.” .....
“Why are people doing this for massive corporations and not like. Food pantries? Free clinics? Literally anywhere besides massive companies,” barked an equally unsettled naysayer. Complete article
Police searching for woman wanted for questioning in connection to Walmart ‘incident’ 01/02/2024
Disgusting Walmart Boca Raton Fla. As Couple Brings Dog On Shopping Trip 01/01/2024 Our First Boca Rudeton Of 2024 Brings Us To Walmart On Palmetto Park Road for people making petty complaints.
Oconee Blotter: Watkinsville woman caught using price tag of thong to skip scan at Ga. Walmart 01/02/2024
GENESEE COUNTY SHERIFF'S REPORT/Trio accused of stealing merchandise from Walmart 01/02/2024
Flagler County Fla. man accused of assaulting healthcare worker also accused of assaulting 11-year-old girl in Walmart 01/03/2024
FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. – A 64-year-old Flagler County man was arrested on New Year’s Day after being accused of assaulting a healthcare worker and assaulting a girl in a Walmart, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO). Deputies believe there could be more victims.
Robert Goldstein is charged with felony battery on a health service provider, felony child abuse without great bodily harm and simple battery.
Once Goldstein was booked, his mugshot was run through facial recognition software to reveal that he was also wanted for assaulting an 11-year-old girl in a Walmart.
David K. Williams, Chief of the Investigative Services Division, said Goldstein stroked the top of the girl’s head and ran his hands down her shoulders. Complete article
FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. – A 64-year-old Flagler County man was arrested on New Year’s Day after being accused of assaulting a healthcare worker and assaulting a girl in a Walmart, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO). Deputies believe there could be more victims.
Robert Goldstein is charged with felony battery on a health service provider, felony child abuse without great bodily harm and simple battery.
Once Goldstein was booked, his mugshot was run through facial recognition software to reveal that he was also wanted for assaulting an 11-year-old girl in a Walmart.
David K. Williams, Chief of the Investigative Services Division, said Goldstein stroked the top of the girl’s head and ran his hands down her shoulders. Complete article
Vehicle caught on fire at Mississippi Walmart 01/03/2024
A vehicle went into flames in the parking lot of Walmart.
Dispatch received a call just shortly after 4 p.m., indicating that a van was on fire. The Vicksburg Fire Department along with the Vicksburg Police Department responded to the scene.
The flames are now completely out and no one was injured. Complete article
A vehicle went into flames in the parking lot of Walmart.
Dispatch received a call just shortly after 4 p.m., indicating that a van was on fire. The Vicksburg Fire Department along with the Vicksburg Police Department responded to the scene.
The flames are now completely out and no one was injured. Complete article
Man Arrested Following “After Hours Visit” to North Georgia Wal-Mart 01/04/2024
A 32 year-old man was arrested at Wal-Mart in Trion on December 29th, after store employees called to say that a drunk man, was just wandering around inside the store after it was closed. A Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office Deputy arrived around 2:00am – and at that point he found the suspect sitting outside of Wal-Mart close to the grocery entrance.
Store employees said the suspect admitted to them that he had driven to the store, and the deputy could tell that the man was heavily intoxicated. Francisco Pascual was arrested and charged with Public Drunkenness; at that point he was booked into the Chattooga County Jail. Complete article
A 32 year-old man was arrested at Wal-Mart in Trion on December 29th, after store employees called to say that a drunk man, was just wandering around inside the store after it was closed. A Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office Deputy arrived around 2:00am – and at that point he found the suspect sitting outside of Wal-Mart close to the grocery entrance.
Store employees said the suspect admitted to them that he had driven to the store, and the deputy could tell that the man was heavily intoxicated. Francisco Pascual was arrested and charged with Public Drunkenness; at that point he was booked into the Chattooga County Jail. Complete article
ON MESSAGE I tried to trick Walmart receipt checkers and they just didn’t care – how I carried out my goods might hold answers 01/04/2024
A WALMART shopper tested a receipt check hack and may have stumbled on a solution to avoiding them altogether.
Shoppers are increasingly ranting about self-checkouts and receipt checks as retailers clamp down on theft.
One Walmart customer had enough, and tried and failed to trick the receipt checkers to test their reactions.
However, she may have discovered how to avoid receipt checks altogether, thanks to Walmart employees.
TikToker Ebie (@ebbieho) posted a clip of herself and her partner conducting an experiment at the Walmart self-checkout.
"I'm gonna buy something on purpose and not ask for a receipt," she told viewers in the video. Complete article
A WALMART shopper tested a receipt check hack and may have stumbled on a solution to avoiding them altogether.
Shoppers are increasingly ranting about self-checkouts and receipt checks as retailers clamp down on theft.
One Walmart customer had enough, and tried and failed to trick the receipt checkers to test their reactions.
However, she may have discovered how to avoid receipt checks altogether, thanks to Walmart employees.
TikToker Ebie (@ebbieho) posted a clip of herself and her partner conducting an experiment at the Walmart self-checkout.
"I'm gonna buy something on purpose and not ask for a receipt," she told viewers in the video. Complete article
Walmart employee caught stealing at Brook Park Ohio store: Brooklyn Police Blotter 01/04/2024
Can you believe it? Former Fla. Walmart employee arrested for shoplifting had 5 convictions for theft 01/03/2024
South Bend man who pulled out gun in Niles Ind. Walmart, in Oct. 2023, sentenced 01/03/2024
Police: Woman wanted for abandoning dog near Pa. Walmart 01/03/2024
Police: Man shot at Edgewood NM Walmart in carjacking attempt 01/04/2024
A suspect in a shooting and attempted car theft in Edgewood is at large and should be considered armed and dangerous, police said.
Around 6:45 p.m. Wednesday, a man left the Edgewood Walmart and found another man trying to steal his vehicle, Edgewood police said in a statement. The other man shot him in the forearm and ran off.
The victim was taken to the hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries, police said. Complete article
Police arrest suspect who shot a man at Walmart parking lot 01/09/2024
A suspect in a shooting and attempted car theft in Edgewood is at large and should be considered armed and dangerous, police said.
Around 6:45 p.m. Wednesday, a man left the Edgewood Walmart and found another man trying to steal his vehicle, Edgewood police said in a statement. The other man shot him in the forearm and ran off.
The victim was taken to the hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries, police said. Complete article
Police arrest suspect who shot a man at Walmart parking lot 01/09/2024
Man apprehended after shooting at Macon-Bibb Ga. Walmart; victim sustains non-fatal injury 01/05/2024
MACON, Ga. (WGXA) -- A man is now in custody following a shooting at the Harrison Road Walmart in Macon-Bibb.
According to a release from Bibb County Sheriff's Office, the incident occurred just before 6:20 p.m.
While a man was sitting in his vehicle parked in the lower parking lot, he was approached by another man who tried breaking into the vehicle.
The driver started the vehicle, and the suspect responded by firing multiple shots through the passenger window. Complete article
Man shot in leg at Harrison Rd. Macon Ga. Walmart 01/10/2024
MACON, Ga. (WGXA) -- A man is now in custody following a shooting at the Harrison Road Walmart in Macon-Bibb.
According to a release from Bibb County Sheriff's Office, the incident occurred just before 6:20 p.m.
While a man was sitting in his vehicle parked in the lower parking lot, he was approached by another man who tried breaking into the vehicle.
The driver started the vehicle, and the suspect responded by firing multiple shots through the passenger window. Complete article
Man shot in leg at Harrison Rd. Macon Ga. Walmart 01/10/2024
2 schools put on lockdown after officers respond to gun call at Walmart, Goldsboro NC police say 01/05/2024
GOLDSBORO, N.C. (WNCN) — A man and a woman have been charged with gun-related offenses after Goldsboro police responded to a disturbance and armed subject call Friday outside a Walmart.
Just before 2:10 p.m. on Friday, officers and Wayne County sheriff’s deputies were called to the parking lot at Walmart at 1144 Tommy’s Road at the corner of Wayne Memorial Drive, police said.
After a preliminary investigation, two people were found in a vehicle. After a consent search, a gun was recovered from the vehicle.
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Police said there was an earlier argument in the parking lot involving the pair, followed by the brandishing of a firearm. There were no injuries reported and no shots were fired, police said. Complete article
GOLDSBORO, N.C. (WNCN) — A man and a woman have been charged with gun-related offenses after Goldsboro police responded to a disturbance and armed subject call Friday outside a Walmart.
Just before 2:10 p.m. on Friday, officers and Wayne County sheriff’s deputies were called to the parking lot at Walmart at 1144 Tommy’s Road at the corner of Wayne Memorial Drive, police said.
After a preliminary investigation, two people were found in a vehicle. After a consent search, a gun was recovered from the vehicle.
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Police said there was an earlier argument in the parking lot involving the pair, followed by the brandishing of a firearm. There were no injuries reported and no shots were fired, police said. Complete article
Search begins for man who tried to rob a Florida Walmart at gunpoint, police say 01/06/2024
WEST MELBOURNE, Fla. - Police are searching for a man who they said walked into a Florida Walmart and attempted an armed robbery at one of the registers.
The West Melbourne Police Department is asking for the public's help with identifying a man caught on surveillance video running out of the store after the failed robbery attempt on January 3.
The man reportedly entered a Walmart located at 845 Palm Bay Road at 10:36 p.m. and attempted an armed robbery at one of the registers. Complete article
WEST MELBOURNE, Fla. - Police are searching for a man who they said walked into a Florida Walmart and attempted an armed robbery at one of the registers.
The West Melbourne Police Department is asking for the public's help with identifying a man caught on surveillance video running out of the store after the failed robbery attempt on January 3.
The man reportedly entered a Walmart located at 845 Palm Bay Road at 10:36 p.m. and attempted an armed robbery at one of the registers. Complete article
'GOODBYE SALES' ‘I’m not asking the clerk for those’, Walmart shopper says after discovering sensitive items are locked away in store 01/05/2024
A WALMART shopper has blasted the retailer over its anti-theft policy.
The customer was left fuming after discovering items had been locked away in the supermarket's health and beauty section.
Locking items in cabinets is just one measure introduced by Walmart chiefs as they grapple with shoplifting.
Theft is impacting the retail sector at unprecedented levels, experts at the National Retail Federation warned. ....
“I noticed you locked up the ‘marital aids’ in your HBA section. Goodbye sales,” an X user fumed.
“I’m not asking the clerk to lock the cabinet to buy lube.” Complete article
A WALMART shopper has blasted the retailer over its anti-theft policy.
The customer was left fuming after discovering items had been locked away in the supermarket's health and beauty section.
Locking items in cabinets is just one measure introduced by Walmart chiefs as they grapple with shoplifting.
Theft is impacting the retail sector at unprecedented levels, experts at the National Retail Federation warned. ....
“I noticed you locked up the ‘marital aids’ in your HBA section. Goodbye sales,” an X user fumed.
“I’m not asking the clerk to lock the cabinet to buy lube.” Complete article
DOOM & GLOOM ‘Self-checkout is doomed,’ supermarket expert warns – but ‘so is another Walmart and Costco policy’ that affects us all 01/06/2024
A CONSUMER expert has predicted a bleak end to two controversial grocery store policies that could change the way customers shop.
Phil Lempert, known as The Supermarket Guru, has predicted retail trends for 25 years and his latest forecast could make some customers happy.
Lempert revealed that security concerns and consumer preferences could force these changes to happen.
The expert exclusively told The U.S. Sun that self-checkouts could be on their way out.
“Self-checkout is doomed,” Lempert warned. ....
“From a security standpoint, what’s happened is the retailers with self-checkout have had to add employees, whether it's security or other employees, to help people at self-checkout,” the expert said.
“You’re not reducing labor, you’re not getting a better shopping experience.” Complete article
A CONSUMER expert has predicted a bleak end to two controversial grocery store policies that could change the way customers shop.
Phil Lempert, known as The Supermarket Guru, has predicted retail trends for 25 years and his latest forecast could make some customers happy.
Lempert revealed that security concerns and consumer preferences could force these changes to happen.
The expert exclusively told The U.S. Sun that self-checkouts could be on their way out.
“Self-checkout is doomed,” Lempert warned. ....
“From a security standpoint, what’s happened is the retailers with self-checkout have had to add employees, whether it's security or other employees, to help people at self-checkout,” the expert said.
“You’re not reducing labor, you’re not getting a better shopping experience.” Complete article
Floyd woman charged with repeatedly returning stolen items to Ky. Walmart to get gift cards 01/03/2024
Woman faces felony charges for alleged burglary from Clarkston Wash. Walmart 01/04/2024
Family of Oct. 2023 shooting victim in NM files suit against Walmart 01/05/2024
More charges for Oberlin man in death of Grafton man in Nov. 2023 outside Elyria Ohio Walmart 01/05/2024
Suspected drug dealer arrested after Pa. Walmart theft 01/06/2024
Woman Struck By Vehicle In Front Of California Md. Walmart 01/06/2024
CALIFORNIA, Md. – On January 6, 2024, at approximately 1:20 p.m., emergency personnel responded to a motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian in front of Walmart located at 45485 Miramar Way.
Upon arrival, crews discovered a woman in the parking lot with injuries. The driver of the vehicle involved remained at the scene. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) assessed the patient and subsequently transported her to MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital for further treatment.
The incident is currently under investigation by the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office. Complete article
CALIFORNIA, Md. – On January 6, 2024, at approximately 1:20 p.m., emergency personnel responded to a motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian in front of Walmart located at 45485 Miramar Way.
Upon arrival, crews discovered a woman in the parking lot with injuries. The driver of the vehicle involved remained at the scene. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) assessed the patient and subsequently transported her to MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital for further treatment.
The incident is currently under investigation by the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office. Complete article
PSP: golf cart stolen from Walmart Distribution Center 01/06/2024
Pennsylvania State Police are searching for an individual in Clearfield County after a golf cart was taken from a Walmart Distribution Center in Woodland, Bradford Township, Dec. 30.
According to a press release, the golf cart was taken by an unknown individual in a "newer looking" red pickup truck towing a trailer just after 4:30 p.m.
The press release states that the golf cart as a 4-wheel-drive silver golf cart with large tires and four seats. Complete article
Pennsylvania State Police are searching for an individual in Clearfield County after a golf cart was taken from a Walmart Distribution Center in Woodland, Bradford Township, Dec. 30.
According to a press release, the golf cart was taken by an unknown individual in a "newer looking" red pickup truck towing a trailer just after 4:30 p.m.
The press release states that the golf cart as a 4-wheel-drive silver golf cart with large tires and four seats. Complete article
Madison County files Ill. Walmart retail theft charges against multiple suspects 01/07/2024
Cleveland police: 35-year-old woman arrested following bomb threat at Walmart in Steelyard Commons Ohio 01/07/2024
UNFAIR POLICY ‘They just want to make America broke,’ fumes Walmart customer boycotting store over its major change to coupon policy 01/07/2024
Couple Go on Ohio Walmart Stealing Spree 01/06/2024
Suspected drug dealer arrested after Pa. Walmart theft 01/06/2024
LEARNED HER LESSON ‘I’m a changed woman now,’ vows Walmart thief who was caught stealing embarrassing item and reveals cops’ shock reaction 01/06/2024
Police: No bomb found at Ocala Fla. Walmart after bomb threat 01/07/2024
Driver crashes into Middletown Ky. Walmart, barricades self for hours 01/08/2024
MIDDLETOWN, Ky. — A car crashed into the Walmart in Middletown Monday morning, and then he barricaded himself for hours.
Middletown Chief of Police Robert Herman said that it started a little after 4 a.m. after a man drove a car into the Walmart liquor store off of Shelbyville Road.
Herman said the car went through the store's sliding door and into the hallway before stopping.
He said the driver, a man in his 30s, appeared to be in mental distress and a relative told them he was having a mental crisis.
After the man refused to get out of the car, LMPD was called for assistance.
Officers said they made contact with the person, but they put the car in reverse and tried to drive out.
SWAT units called to the scene were able to successfully remove the man around 6:30 a.m. without further incident. Complete article
MIDDLETOWN, Ky. — A car crashed into the Walmart in Middletown Monday morning, and then he barricaded himself for hours.
Middletown Chief of Police Robert Herman said that it started a little after 4 a.m. after a man drove a car into the Walmart liquor store off of Shelbyville Road.
Herman said the car went through the store's sliding door and into the hallway before stopping.
He said the driver, a man in his 30s, appeared to be in mental distress and a relative told them he was having a mental crisis.
After the man refused to get out of the car, LMPD was called for assistance.
Officers said they made contact with the person, but they put the car in reverse and tried to drive out.
SWAT units called to the scene were able to successfully remove the man around 6:30 a.m. without further incident. Complete article
GRAB & GO Brazen Iowa Walmart shopper is arrested for ‘stealing $1,600 worth from self-checkout’ using ‘canceled transaction’ 01/08/2024
A WOMAN was arrested after she was caught stealing $1,600 worth of items from Walmart using a shady tactic at self-checkout.
Samantha Renee Perry, 33, was arrested on December 23 in Waterloo, Iowa, and charged with one count of second-degree theft. She was released pending a trial.
Perry allegedly stole $1,496 worth of products from Walmart on October 16 and returned on December 14, stealing $196 worth of items.
To do her scheme, Perry allegedly used the store's self-checkout machine and canceled the transaction before walking out of the store, according to court records. Complete article
A WOMAN was arrested after she was caught stealing $1,600 worth of items from Walmart using a shady tactic at self-checkout.
Samantha Renee Perry, 33, was arrested on December 23 in Waterloo, Iowa, and charged with one count of second-degree theft. She was released pending a trial.
Perry allegedly stole $1,496 worth of products from Walmart on October 16 and returned on December 14, stealing $196 worth of items.
To do her scheme, Perry allegedly used the store's self-checkout machine and canceled the transaction before walking out of the store, according to court records. Complete article
Woman Destroys Parents’ Living Room after Getting Wrong Party Popper from Walmart 01/08/2024
A Walmart customer recorded the exact moment her and her family realized she accidentally got a powder New Year's popper; not a confetti one.
Amber Stevens (@amstevens21) just wanted to spend New Year's Eve with her mom and dad and record a cute video showing the three of them ring in 2024 with a toast and ceremonial blast of confetti.
Instead, they accidentally staged a gender reveal party for a boy after Amber failed to realize she got the wrong kind of party popper, resulting in an unwieldy mess that, days after the unfortunate incident, reared its blue, powdery head.
Amber recorded the unfortunate incident and uploaded it to TikTok. It begins with her counting down from 9 to usher in 2024, completely unaware of the havoc that's about to befall her and her family.
A text overlay in the video is a source of situational tension for viewers who just know something bad is going to happen once she lets what she thinks is a confetti popper rip into the living room.
"POV: Walmart substitutes your confetti poppers for smoke ones," Amber writes. After the countdown, she makes a toast with her family and they all take a sip from their respective cups. She then grabs the popper and the other people in the room follow suit. They get themselves situated and prepare for the coordinated pop-off. Complete article
A Walmart customer recorded the exact moment her and her family realized she accidentally got a powder New Year's popper; not a confetti one.
Amber Stevens (@amstevens21) just wanted to spend New Year's Eve with her mom and dad and record a cute video showing the three of them ring in 2024 with a toast and ceremonial blast of confetti.
Instead, they accidentally staged a gender reveal party for a boy after Amber failed to realize she got the wrong kind of party popper, resulting in an unwieldy mess that, days after the unfortunate incident, reared its blue, powdery head.
Amber recorded the unfortunate incident and uploaded it to TikTok. It begins with her counting down from 9 to usher in 2024, completely unaware of the havoc that's about to befall her and her family.
A text overlay in the video is a source of situational tension for viewers who just know something bad is going to happen once she lets what she thinks is a confetti popper rip into the living room.
"POV: Walmart substitutes your confetti poppers for smoke ones," Amber writes. After the countdown, she makes a toast with her family and they all take a sip from their respective cups. She then grabs the popper and the other people in the room follow suit. They get themselves situated and prepare for the coordinated pop-off. Complete article
Walmart customers could be hit with 'phantom debt' after supermarket makes self-checkout change 01/09/2024
Walmart has introduced a new way to pay at its self-service checkouts and customers are being advised to be careful when using it.
Shoppers will now have the option to pay with Affirm when checking out, a service that allows them to pay in installments, similar to Klarna.
The change was added to checkouts in Walmart stores at the end of 2023, introducing a handy new way for shoppers to pay for their products when shopping at the supermarket. However, finance experts have been warning consumers about the 'phantom debt' that can often come with these sorts of payment plans. Complete article
Walmart has introduced a new way to pay at its self-service checkouts and customers are being advised to be careful when using it.
Shoppers will now have the option to pay with Affirm when checking out, a service that allows them to pay in installments, similar to Klarna.
The change was added to checkouts in Walmart stores at the end of 2023, introducing a handy new way for shoppers to pay for their products when shopping at the supermarket. However, finance experts have been warning consumers about the 'phantom debt' that can often come with these sorts of payment plans. Complete article
HOLD UP ‘This should be illegal,’ Walmart shopper fumes over self-checkout receipt option that left him ‘held hostage in store’ 01/08/2024
A WALMART shopper has blasted the retailer and claimed they were held hostage while their receipt was checked.
The self-checkout user fumed that the machine didn’t give the option of choosing a paper receipt.
In recent months, many social media users have taken to X, formerly Twitter, and platforms such as TikTok to complain about receipt checks.
Walmart is just one retailer that gives customers the option of receiving a paper or an electronic receipt.
But, shopper @PhiRusCan, whose profile says they live in Kalispell, Montana, was bewildered by the choice as receipt checks are carried out at the store they were at.
“Why do you offer a digital receipt at self-checkout when the door guard demands a paper receipt?” they asked. Complete article
A WALMART shopper has blasted the retailer and claimed they were held hostage while their receipt was checked.
The self-checkout user fumed that the machine didn’t give the option of choosing a paper receipt.
In recent months, many social media users have taken to X, formerly Twitter, and platforms such as TikTok to complain about receipt checks.
Walmart is just one retailer that gives customers the option of receiving a paper or an electronic receipt.
But, shopper @PhiRusCan, whose profile says they live in Kalispell, Montana, was bewildered by the choice as receipt checks are carried out at the store they were at.
“Why do you offer a digital receipt at self-checkout when the door guard demands a paper receipt?” they asked. Complete article
Walmart's receipt check policy slammed by irate TikToker "you can't see my receipt" 01/08/2024
The video slamming Walmart's receipt-checking policy was liked over 12,000 times on TikTok
An angry TikToker has slammed Walmart's receipt check policy in this widely circulated video. In the clip, the account owner of the @realtrustmeimalawyer handle detailed a run-in he had with an overly physical Walmart manager.
The TikToker said he always refuses to show receipts after shopping in stores with receipt check policies. This stance, he said, is something he won't change, telling Walmart that they can "pound sand."
"If you're like me, I don't do it. I'm not showing you my receipt," he said in the popular video. "If I'm good enough to check out all of my groceries, bag it and everything else, and practically have to go back into the stock room and do all my own stocking and everything - no, I'm not showing you my receipt." Complete article
The video slamming Walmart's receipt-checking policy was liked over 12,000 times on TikTok
An angry TikToker has slammed Walmart's receipt check policy in this widely circulated video. In the clip, the account owner of the @realtrustmeimalawyer handle detailed a run-in he had with an overly physical Walmart manager.
The TikToker said he always refuses to show receipts after shopping in stores with receipt check policies. This stance, he said, is something he won't change, telling Walmart that they can "pound sand."
"If you're like me, I don't do it. I'm not showing you my receipt," he said in the popular video. "If I'm good enough to check out all of my groceries, bag it and everything else, and practically have to go back into the stock room and do all my own stocking and everything - no, I'm not showing you my receipt." Complete article
'FOOD FOR THOUGHT' ‘Y’all have to wait for me,’ rages Walmart customer who slams self-checkout and major change to store’s hours 01/06/2024
A WALMART shopper has slammed the retail giant over its self-checkout processes and a significant change to store hours.
The fuming customer took to social media to explain her stance on store locations with predominantly self-checkout areas, arguing that most are left to do a cashier's job for them.
"I want to share some crap about Walmart," said TikToker Amanda Gagnon (@yourfavoritewaitress) in a recent clip.
In the video, an on-screen caption that read "self checkouts" remained above her head as she ranted about the current state of Walmart's self-service technology.
"You are your own cashier, it's all self-checkout," Amanda claimed.
"And they always want to check your receipt to make sure you actually paid for whatever you're purchasing, right." Complete article
A WALMART shopper has slammed the retail giant over its self-checkout processes and a significant change to store hours.
The fuming customer took to social media to explain her stance on store locations with predominantly self-checkout areas, arguing that most are left to do a cashier's job for them.
"I want to share some crap about Walmart," said TikToker Amanda Gagnon (@yourfavoritewaitress) in a recent clip.
In the video, an on-screen caption that read "self checkouts" remained above her head as she ranted about the current state of Walmart's self-service technology.
"You are your own cashier, it's all self-checkout," Amanda claimed.
"And they always want to check your receipt to make sure you actually paid for whatever you're purchasing, right." Complete article
OTHERWORLDLY ‘The line is out of this world’ stunned Walmart shopper films ‘wild’ self-checkout queue covering entire length of store 01/08/2024
A SHOCKED Walmart shopper was caught up in a queue that covered the entire length of the store.
David Washington was left scratching his head in disbelief when he arrived at the back of the snaking line.
The TikTok influencer (@iamdwthebroker) whipped out his cell phone to capture the seemingly never-ending queue for self-checkouts.
"The line in Walmart in Orlando right now is out of this world," he said, flipping his camera to reveal a sea of idle shoppers waiting patiently.
This comes as other customers have fumed about long waits in the retail giant's stores.
The big-box retailer has received numerous complaints from customers about its receipt checks, accusations of theft, and self-checkout queues. Complete article
A SHOCKED Walmart shopper was caught up in a queue that covered the entire length of the store.
David Washington was left scratching his head in disbelief when he arrived at the back of the snaking line.
The TikTok influencer (@iamdwthebroker) whipped out his cell phone to capture the seemingly never-ending queue for self-checkouts.
"The line in Walmart in Orlando right now is out of this world," he said, flipping his camera to reveal a sea of idle shoppers waiting patiently.
This comes as other customers have fumed about long waits in the retail giant's stores.
The big-box retailer has received numerous complaints from customers about its receipt checks, accusations of theft, and self-checkout queues. Complete article
Two teens allegedly stole over $300 from Pa. Walmart 01/08/2024
Police: 2 charged with attempted murder in New Years Eve Mich. Walmart shooting 01/08/2024
Police: Two Vermont women shoplifted from NY Walmart 01/08/2024
Police arrest Pa. Walmart shoplifter 01/08/2024
Rome Woman Jailed for Skip-Scanning at Ga. Walmart 01/08/2024
Man Arrested for Walking out with Cart Full of Items from Ga. Walmart 01/08/2024
Madison County Ill. files retail theft charges against multiple suspects 01/07/2024
Rome Woman Jailed for Stealing from Ga. Walmart 01/07/2024
Six males apprehended for theft at Porter Tx. Walmart 01/08/2024
At least 10 shots fired inside West Michigan Walmart, on New Years Eve, near checkout lane, police say 01/08/2024
NY State Police arrest Brooklyn man following multiple Walmart larcenies in Saratoga and Warren counties 01/08/2024
BPD receives false shooting threats at Ca. Walmart 01/10/2024
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A shooting threat reported at a Walmart in northwest Bakersfield Tuesday night was determined to be false, according to Bakersfield police.
A heavy police presence was seen at the Walmart located in the Northwest Promenade just before 11 p.m. Officials received a call of someone identifying themselves as a Walmart employee and threatening to shoot people inside the store.
Officers at the scene cleared customers from the store and determined that there was no threat to the community.
The 911 call was a “swatting” incident made by the caller to generate a police presence at the business, according to the department. Complete article
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A shooting threat reported at a Walmart in northwest Bakersfield Tuesday night was determined to be false, according to Bakersfield police.
A heavy police presence was seen at the Walmart located in the Northwest Promenade just before 11 p.m. Officials received a call of someone identifying themselves as a Walmart employee and threatening to shoot people inside the store.
Officers at the scene cleared customers from the store and determined that there was no threat to the community.
The 911 call was a “swatting” incident made by the caller to generate a police presence at the business, according to the department. Complete article
Victim life-flighted to hospital after being stabbed at Walmart in Griffin, Ga. police say 01/10/2024
GRIFFIN, Ga. — A person was stabbed at a Walmart in Griffin Wednesday afternoon, police said.
Griffin Police said officers were called out to the Walmart Supercenter at 1569 North Expressway around 2 p.m. in response to a domestic dispute.
Police said one person was stabbed in the argument at the Walmart. It's unsure if it happened inside the store or in the parking lot. Complete article
GRIFFIN, Ga. — A person was stabbed at a Walmart in Griffin Wednesday afternoon, police said.
Griffin Police said officers were called out to the Walmart Supercenter at 1569 North Expressway around 2 p.m. in response to a domestic dispute.
Police said one person was stabbed in the argument at the Walmart. It's unsure if it happened inside the store or in the parking lot. Complete article
Man accused of hate crime, death threats with knives at Clinton Township Mich. Walmart store 01/09/2024
Neither victim sustained any physical injuries, prosecutors say.
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – A 42-year-old man from Clinton Township is facing two felonies in connection with an incident at a Walmart store.
According to authorities, Vincent Michael Moceri yelled racial slurs, pointed knives at two random people and threatened to kill them at the store on Friday, Jan. 5.
Moceri was arraigned Monday, Jan. 8, on charges of assault with a dangerous weapon and ethnic intimidation. His bond was set at $30,000 cash/surety, 10%. Complete article
Neither victim sustained any physical injuries, prosecutors say.
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – A 42-year-old man from Clinton Township is facing two felonies in connection with an incident at a Walmart store.
According to authorities, Vincent Michael Moceri yelled racial slurs, pointed knives at two random people and threatened to kill them at the store on Friday, Jan. 5.
Moceri was arraigned Monday, Jan. 8, on charges of assault with a dangerous weapon and ethnic intimidation. His bond was set at $30,000 cash/surety, 10%. Complete article
NM Walmart worker followed, then repeatedly shot customer inside store, last Oct. lawsuit says 01/09/2024
The family of a 19-year-old man who was repeatedly shot and killed while shopping at Walmart is suing the retail giant and the employee accused of killing him.
Steve Soltero and his girlfriend were approached by Walmart employee Joshua Ray Martinez, leading to a “quarrel” that turned deadly at the store in Roswell, New Mexico, on Oct. 14, according to the family’s wrongful death lawsuit filed in November.
His family is “searching for answers on how a Walmart employee could arm himself inside the store and then walk to their son and fire,” attorney James Leech, who’s representing the suit, told McClatchy News in a statement on Jan. 9.
The day of the shooting, store surveillance footage showed the couple notice Martinez, 18, following them in an aisle, the Roswell Police Department said in an Oct. 16 news release. Complete article
The family of a 19-year-old man who was repeatedly shot and killed while shopping at Walmart is suing the retail giant and the employee accused of killing him.
Steve Soltero and his girlfriend were approached by Walmart employee Joshua Ray Martinez, leading to a “quarrel” that turned deadly at the store in Roswell, New Mexico, on Oct. 14, according to the family’s wrongful death lawsuit filed in November.
His family is “searching for answers on how a Walmart employee could arm himself inside the store and then walk to their son and fire,” attorney James Leech, who’s representing the suit, told McClatchy News in a statement on Jan. 9.
The day of the shooting, store surveillance footage showed the couple notice Martinez, 18, following them in an aisle, the Roswell Police Department said in an Oct. 16 news release. Complete article
Texas man sues Walmart, asks for $100 million or unlimited free shopping for life 01/10/2024
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A Texas man is suing Walmart in federal court seeking $100 million in damages or free unlimited shopping at any of its stores for life.
Roderick Jackson, of Waskom, Tex., filed a handwritten complaint saying he was suing Walmart for a “false pretense of shoplifting” at a store in Omaha, Nebraska in March 2021.
A civil cover sheet says that “other civil rights” was the nature of the suit but does not give further details. Complete article
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — A Texas man is suing Walmart in federal court seeking $100 million in damages or free unlimited shopping at any of its stores for life.
Roderick Jackson, of Waskom, Tex., filed a handwritten complaint saying he was suing Walmart for a “false pretense of shoplifting” at a store in Omaha, Nebraska in March 2021.
A civil cover sheet says that “other civil rights” was the nature of the suit but does not give further details. Complete article
GONE FOR GOOD I got ‘shamed’ at Walmart for the way I pay for groceries – I’m ‘switching stores’ and not going back 01/10/2024
SHOPPERS are searching for ways to pay for higher grocery prices, with some getting shamed along the way.
As Inflation continues to cause food prices to rise, millions of Americans have turned to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).
The program serves low-income women, infants, and children up to age five who are at nutritional risk.
Those eligible will receive nutritious foods to supplement diets, information on healthy eating, and referrals to health care, according to the program.
WIC state agencies send out WIC electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards for those who qualify for the program. ....
Katie wrote on X: “Getting shamed and called out in front of a line of people at Walmart for needing WIC Is *not* something I expected today.”
She claims she was told to move for “people who can actually pay for their groceries.” Complete article
SHOPPERS are searching for ways to pay for higher grocery prices, with some getting shamed along the way.
As Inflation continues to cause food prices to rise, millions of Americans have turned to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).
The program serves low-income women, infants, and children up to age five who are at nutritional risk.
Those eligible will receive nutritious foods to supplement diets, information on healthy eating, and referrals to health care, according to the program.
WIC state agencies send out WIC electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards for those who qualify for the program. ....
Katie wrote on X: “Getting shamed and called out in front of a line of people at Walmart for needing WIC Is *not* something I expected today.”
She claims she was told to move for “people who can actually pay for their groceries.” Complete article
Walmart is bringing drone deliveries to 1.8 million more Texas households 01/09/2024
almart is expanding its drone delivery program to 1.8 million more households in Texas. The retailer says its drone deliveries now cover 75 percent of the population in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area, all thanks to partnerships with drone startups Wing and Zipline.
Walmart launched its drone delivery program with Zipline and DroneUp in Arkansas in 2021 before expanding it to more states in 2022. The newly expanded service in Texas allows customers living within 10 miles of a participating Walmart to get items delivered to their homes via drone.
Since there is a weight limit, customers can only have smaller products like cold medicine, birthday candles, and even a carton of eggs delivered. Walmart says deliveries arrive in 30 minutes or less, with some reaching customers’ doorsteps in as fast as 10 minutes. Complete article
almart is expanding its drone delivery program to 1.8 million more households in Texas. The retailer says its drone deliveries now cover 75 percent of the population in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area, all thanks to partnerships with drone startups Wing and Zipline.
Walmart launched its drone delivery program with Zipline and DroneUp in Arkansas in 2021 before expanding it to more states in 2022. The newly expanded service in Texas allows customers living within 10 miles of a participating Walmart to get items delivered to their homes via drone.
Since there is a weight limit, customers can only have smaller products like cold medicine, birthday candles, and even a carton of eggs delivered. Walmart says deliveries arrive in 30 minutes or less, with some reaching customers’ doorsteps in as fast as 10 minutes. Complete article
Police arrest alleged Pa. Walmart shoplifter 01/08/2024 A 40-year-old woman was arrested after stealing candy and lipstick from Walmart, police say.
Odessa Tx. PD investigating Walmart theft 01/08/2024
THAT'S YOUR LOT Walmart worker calls in to say car has been stolen, last Sept. – he was telling the truth but boss didn’t believe him for key reason 01/08/2024 When Moore explained that his car was stolen, she didn't believe him because the Mercedes was parked outside the Walmart where he worked.
Woman accused of dropping 3-year-old at Louisville Ky. Walmart while shoplifting 01/09/2024
Carson City Nevada Sheriff’s Office seeks information on larceny from Walmart 01/09/2024
Deputies called to investigate ‘drunk pedestrian’ report at Walmart 01/09/2024
2 men arrested after cocaine, $30K+ in cash found inside vehicle at Walmart parking lot in Sanford NC, police say 01/09/2024
1 injured in bottle-throwing fight at Central NY Walmart 01/12/2024
One person was injured in a fight at a Walmart in Central New York, according to reports.
WKTV reports a fight broke out at the Walmart Supercenter in Rome, N.Y., just before closing time on Tuesday night. Two males and two females were involved in the altercation around 10:45 p.m. in the store’s food section, according to the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office.
Walmart employees said the two men started arguing with each other when one man pulled a knife out. The other man then picked up a bottle and threw it, hitting the man with the knife.
Both men then started throwing bottles and cans at each other until being separated by store employees. One of them suffered a cut that was non-life threatening, according to sheriff’s deputies; he refused medical treatment. No stabbing occurred in the incident, deputies said after reviewing security footage.
All parties involved left before sheriff’s deputies arrived at the scene, but were later located in Rome with the assistance of New York State Police and Rome Police. The subjects were uncooperative and refused to answer questions, according to NewsChannel 9 WSYR.
No arrests have been made due to a lack of cooperation, the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office said. No other details about the subjects were released. Complete article
One person was injured in a fight at a Walmart in Central New York, according to reports.
WKTV reports a fight broke out at the Walmart Supercenter in Rome, N.Y., just before closing time on Tuesday night. Two males and two females were involved in the altercation around 10:45 p.m. in the store’s food section, according to the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office.
Walmart employees said the two men started arguing with each other when one man pulled a knife out. The other man then picked up a bottle and threw it, hitting the man with the knife.
Both men then started throwing bottles and cans at each other until being separated by store employees. One of them suffered a cut that was non-life threatening, according to sheriff’s deputies; he refused medical treatment. No stabbing occurred in the incident, deputies said after reviewing security footage.
All parties involved left before sheriff’s deputies arrived at the scene, but were later located in Rome with the assistance of New York State Police and Rome Police. The subjects were uncooperative and refused to answer questions, according to NewsChannel 9 WSYR.
No arrests have been made due to a lack of cooperation, the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office said. No other details about the subjects were released. Complete article
Deputy working security stops alleged shoplifter at Nashville Tenn. Walmart 01/11/2024
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — An out-of-county deputy working security stopped a man who was allegedly trying to steal from a Nashville Walmart.
According to Metro Police, officers respond to the Walmart in the 5000 block of Nolensville Pike for a 'Code 5000' - which means personnel in danger.
Police report when officers arrived on scene contact was made with a Benton County Sheriff's Deputy who was involved in the incident. According to Metro Police, the deputy was attempting to detain a shoplifter when a struggle ensued. The deputy deployed his taser on the individual.
Metro officers assisted in taking the suspect into custody without any further incident. An officer on scene told FOX 17 News the suspect is expected to be charged with shoplifting, resisting arrest and assault of an officer. Complete article
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — An out-of-county deputy working security stopped a man who was allegedly trying to steal from a Nashville Walmart.
According to Metro Police, officers respond to the Walmart in the 5000 block of Nolensville Pike for a 'Code 5000' - which means personnel in danger.
Police report when officers arrived on scene contact was made with a Benton County Sheriff's Deputy who was involved in the incident. According to Metro Police, the deputy was attempting to detain a shoplifter when a struggle ensued. The deputy deployed his taser on the individual.
Metro officers assisted in taking the suspect into custody without any further incident. An officer on scene told FOX 17 News the suspect is expected to be charged with shoplifting, resisting arrest and assault of an officer. Complete article
Salem NH police seek suspect in Walmart theft, hit-and-run incident 01/13/2024
SALEM — A man is wanted by local police for committing two offenses at a Walmart store, including theft and a hit-and-run accident in the parking lot.
According to the Salem Police Department, the unidentified suspect left the store without paying for merchandise.
In his attempt to flee the scene, he collided with another vehicle and proceeded to leave without reporting the incident. Complete article
SALEM — A man is wanted by local police for committing two offenses at a Walmart store, including theft and a hit-and-run accident in the parking lot.
According to the Salem Police Department, the unidentified suspect left the store without paying for merchandise.
In his attempt to flee the scene, he collided with another vehicle and proceeded to leave without reporting the incident. Complete article
Texas man says he lost $355 ordering Nintendo Switch from Walmart 01/11/2024
The man said a mix-up with the shipment, along with Walmart's practice of allowing third parties to sell on its site, led to his loss of funds.
A Texas man is speaking out after he says he lost over $300 after ordering a Nintendo Switch gaming system on Walmart's website via a third-party seller hosted on the platform.
Michael Morrison said he placed the order in late 2023, hoping to have the gaming console shipped to his home in time for Christmas as a gift to his daughter.
Morrison told KPRC he got a notice from the site saying a shipping label was created, but said he never received the item in the days that followed.
"I started thinking, 'Well, it's not going to get here in time for Christmas.' So I canceled the order and Walmart immediately credited me the $355. And then I thought I was done," he said.
But it wasn't over, he said.
The seller had a 2.5 out of 5 rating on Walmart's website with a list of complaints, and Morrison, an IT professional, wants to warn users to pay attention to ratings and feedback on the site — and to be aware, if they didn't realize it, that Walmart hosts third-party sellers on the site. Complete article
‘It took Channel 2 to bring this to light’: Walmart investigating third-party vendor after customers complain of scam 01/11/2024
The man said a mix-up with the shipment, along with Walmart's practice of allowing third parties to sell on its site, led to his loss of funds.
A Texas man is speaking out after he says he lost over $300 after ordering a Nintendo Switch gaming system on Walmart's website via a third-party seller hosted on the platform.
Michael Morrison said he placed the order in late 2023, hoping to have the gaming console shipped to his home in time for Christmas as a gift to his daughter.
Morrison told KPRC he got a notice from the site saying a shipping label was created, but said he never received the item in the days that followed.
"I started thinking, 'Well, it's not going to get here in time for Christmas.' So I canceled the order and Walmart immediately credited me the $355. And then I thought I was done," he said.
But it wasn't over, he said.
The seller had a 2.5 out of 5 rating on Walmart's website with a list of complaints, and Morrison, an IT professional, wants to warn users to pay attention to ratings and feedback on the site — and to be aware, if they didn't realize it, that Walmart hosts third-party sellers on the site. Complete article
‘It took Channel 2 to bring this to light’: Walmart investigating third-party vendor after customers complain of scam 01/11/2024
On Your Side: Euless woman says Walmart gift card was drained; others experience similar issue 01/10/2024
EULESS, Texas - If you received a Walmart gift card this holiday season, one local woman warns that you need to check the balance on the card immediately.
The funds on her gift card were drained before she could use it.
"I'm not gonna shop at Walmart anymore. Which really makes me sad," said Toni Tucker of Euless.
During a visit to her local store, she made a return without a receipt.
"Since I didn't have my receipt, my only option was to be issued a gift card," Tucker explained.
When she went to use the card, the entire amount had been drained.
"They printed out a transaction history for me, which showed my gift card was used in December from store 9115," Tucker said.
We should point out that 9115 is not a store identifier, but instead, according to a Walmart spokesperson, an internal code to identify an online purchase. Complete article
EULESS, Texas - If you received a Walmart gift card this holiday season, one local woman warns that you need to check the balance on the card immediately.
The funds on her gift card were drained before she could use it.
"I'm not gonna shop at Walmart anymore. Which really makes me sad," said Toni Tucker of Euless.
During a visit to her local store, she made a return without a receipt.
"Since I didn't have my receipt, my only option was to be issued a gift card," Tucker explained.
When she went to use the card, the entire amount had been drained.
"They printed out a transaction history for me, which showed my gift card was used in December from store 9115," Tucker said.
We should point out that 9115 is not a store identifier, but instead, according to a Walmart spokesperson, an internal code to identify an online purchase. Complete article
OUT OF THE GAME I was falsely accused of stealing from Walmart self-checkout – I’m a ‘retired klepto’ but this time I was innocent 01/12/2024
A RETIRED kleptomaniac has slammed Walmart's self-checkout for accusing her of stealing after she reformed her ways.
TikToker Alexis Garcia assured her followers that this latest shopping spectacle wasn't her fault.
Walmart continues to implement new anti-theft technology at self-checkout to make a dent in the industry's $100 billion shoplifting problem.
One measure includes mirrors that are set up where a shopper has to watch themselves scan items, making them think twice before missing a scan.
And another update plaguing lawless shoppers is cameras installed in the kiosks that watch every move of a customer.
However, the technology isn't completely foolproof, as many people have come forward and said they were falsely accused of stealing. Complete article
A RETIRED kleptomaniac has slammed Walmart's self-checkout for accusing her of stealing after she reformed her ways.
TikToker Alexis Garcia assured her followers that this latest shopping spectacle wasn't her fault.
Walmart continues to implement new anti-theft technology at self-checkout to make a dent in the industry's $100 billion shoplifting problem.
One measure includes mirrors that are set up where a shopper has to watch themselves scan items, making them think twice before missing a scan.
And another update plaguing lawless shoppers is cameras installed in the kiosks that watch every move of a customer.
However, the technology isn't completely foolproof, as many people have come forward and said they were falsely accused of stealing. Complete article
Walmart Spark shoppers can remove their tips up to 24 hours after delivery. Drivers say that contributes to a problem of 'tip baiting.' 01/11/2024
Some delivery customers offer tips they don't intend to pay to trick drivers into taking an order.
This "tip baiting" isn't new, but drivers say it's especially bad on Walmart's Spark platform.
Walmart says only a small percentage of orders have tips lowered and tips are more often increased.
One Indiana delivery worker can recall just a few times when someone took away his tip after he delivered their Instacart order over his past 2½ years as a gig worker.
When he works for Walmart's Spark Driver delivery app, it happens a few times a week, he told Business Insider.
"On Spark, it is a much more prevalent thing," he said. "I keep a notes app in my phone with the tip baiters, and then I search the address when I get an offer to make sure it's not going to one of those people." Complete article
Some delivery customers offer tips they don't intend to pay to trick drivers into taking an order.
This "tip baiting" isn't new, but drivers say it's especially bad on Walmart's Spark platform.
Walmart says only a small percentage of orders have tips lowered and tips are more often increased.
One Indiana delivery worker can recall just a few times when someone took away his tip after he delivered their Instacart order over his past 2½ years as a gig worker.
When he works for Walmart's Spark Driver delivery app, it happens a few times a week, he told Business Insider.
"On Spark, it is a much more prevalent thing," he said. "I keep a notes app in my phone with the tip baiters, and then I search the address when I get an offer to make sure it's not going to one of those people." Complete article
Walmart settles sex discrimination lawsuit, agrees to $60,000 payout and policy changes 01/11/2024
As part of the settlement, the company will conduct training for relevant management employees on federal laws prohibiting sex discrimination.
DES MOINES, Iowa — In an announcement, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission disclosed that Walmart has agreed to settle a sex discrimination lawsuit by paying $60,000 and implementing other relief measures. The settlement stems from the EEOC's allegations that Walmart, at its Ottumwa, Iowa store, denied a promotion to an employee for the position of department manager based on gender stereotypes related to women with young children.
According to evidence presented by the EEOC, the employee inquired about the reasons for being passed over for the promotion. In response, a store official reportedly mentioned the employee's status as a mother with young children, assuming she lacked long-term commitment to advancing her career at Walmart. Instead, Walmart promoted another woman who did not have children.
The EEOC said that such actions violated Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits sex discrimination. This includes discrimination based on sex-based stereotypes, such as the assumption that mothers are unreliable or less committed employees. The lawsuit (Civil Action No. 4:22-cv-00037-SMR-SBJ) was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Iowa, Central Division, after the EEOC's attempt to reach a pre-litigation settlement through conciliation was unsuccessful. Complete article
As part of the settlement, the company will conduct training for relevant management employees on federal laws prohibiting sex discrimination.
DES MOINES, Iowa — In an announcement, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission disclosed that Walmart has agreed to settle a sex discrimination lawsuit by paying $60,000 and implementing other relief measures. The settlement stems from the EEOC's allegations that Walmart, at its Ottumwa, Iowa store, denied a promotion to an employee for the position of department manager based on gender stereotypes related to women with young children.
According to evidence presented by the EEOC, the employee inquired about the reasons for being passed over for the promotion. In response, a store official reportedly mentioned the employee's status as a mother with young children, assuming she lacked long-term commitment to advancing her career at Walmart. Instead, Walmart promoted another woman who did not have children.
The EEOC said that such actions violated Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits sex discrimination. This includes discrimination based on sex-based stereotypes, such as the assumption that mothers are unreliable or less committed employees. The lawsuit (Civil Action No. 4:22-cv-00037-SMR-SBJ) was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Iowa, Central Division, after the EEOC's attempt to reach a pre-litigation settlement through conciliation was unsuccessful. Complete article
NO FUN ‘Going to Walmart makes me miserable’, fumes shoppers who slam store for closed cashiers and ‘long lines’ 01/14/2024
WALMART shoppers have grown fed up with the major retailer, blasting the shopping experience as “miserable.”
While Walmart is known for offering low prices for customers across the United States, the retailer no longer has the appeal for some.
Many shoppers have taken to social media and blogs to air their grievances about the company and shopping experience.
One customer in particular, took to her blog Club Thrifty, to complain about the store, saying she “hates” Walmart.
Holly Johnson revealed her dislike for the store isn’t just for one reason – but several.
Specifically, she pointed to the lack of cash registers open, resulting in “huge a** lines” even if you just need to purchase one item. Complete article
WALMART shoppers have grown fed up with the major retailer, blasting the shopping experience as “miserable.”
While Walmart is known for offering low prices for customers across the United States, the retailer no longer has the appeal for some.
Many shoppers have taken to social media and blogs to air their grievances about the company and shopping experience.
One customer in particular, took to her blog Club Thrifty, to complain about the store, saying she “hates” Walmart.
Holly Johnson revealed her dislike for the store isn’t just for one reason – but several.
Specifically, she pointed to the lack of cash registers open, resulting in “huge a** lines” even if you just need to purchase one item. Complete article
Mobile homeless: A view from living at the 'Walmart Hotel' 01/14/2024
TRAVERSE CITY — It’s nearing 11 p.m. — Chris Pearce’s bedtime at the “Walmart Hotel.”
Because the windows in his room — a rusty 2012 Ford Escape — lack curtains or blinds, Pearce covers them with pizza box tops and prepares to bed down for the night in the rear of the Walmart parking lot. It’s 32 degrees outside and not much warmer inside.
If the cold wakes him up, Pearce will fire up the engine and flip the heat on high for 15 to 20 minutes. Otherwise, he has a sleeping bag, a couple of blankets, and a traveling companion, a 70-pound, 5-year-old yellow lab beagle mix named Maxwell who, on this one-dog night, will plop himself onto Pearce’s lap.
Pearce, 40, is a member of the so-called “mobile homeless,” a subclass of unhoused residents who, often for reasons of safety and privacy, shun crowded shelters and tent encampments in favor of living in their cars, even during the winter.
Nationally, according to a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development report that was issued to Congress last month, homelessness increased by an alarming 12 percent in 2023, with more than 653,000 people in the United States living without a permanent roof over their heads. Of that number, the report said, six in 10 people lived in shelters or transitional housing, while the remaining four in 10 “were experiencing unsheltered homelessness in places not meant for human habitation.” Complete article
TRAVERSE CITY — It’s nearing 11 p.m. — Chris Pearce’s bedtime at the “Walmart Hotel.”
Because the windows in his room — a rusty 2012 Ford Escape — lack curtains or blinds, Pearce covers them with pizza box tops and prepares to bed down for the night in the rear of the Walmart parking lot. It’s 32 degrees outside and not much warmer inside.
If the cold wakes him up, Pearce will fire up the engine and flip the heat on high for 15 to 20 minutes. Otherwise, he has a sleeping bag, a couple of blankets, and a traveling companion, a 70-pound, 5-year-old yellow lab beagle mix named Maxwell who, on this one-dog night, will plop himself onto Pearce’s lap.
Pearce, 40, is a member of the so-called “mobile homeless,” a subclass of unhoused residents who, often for reasons of safety and privacy, shun crowded shelters and tent encampments in favor of living in their cars, even during the winter.
Nationally, according to a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development report that was issued to Congress last month, homelessness increased by an alarming 12 percent in 2023, with more than 653,000 people in the United States living without a permanent roof over their heads. Of that number, the report said, six in 10 people lived in shelters or transitional housing, while the remaining four in 10 “were experiencing unsheltered homelessness in places not meant for human habitation.” Complete article
Walmart makes a controversial self-checkout change 01/09/2024
Thief tries to steal 9 PlayStation consoles from Ohio Walmart: Solon Police Blotter 01/09/2024
Suspect allegedly steals nearly $400 worth of food and NFL cards at Fla. Walmart 01/10/2024
Two San Diego-area Walmart stores closing 01/10/2024
Man, woman accused of robbing Tillman’s Corner Alabama Walmart 01/10/2024
‘Why not cancel the order, walk into the store, and grab the stuff yourself?’: Viewers divided after customer waits an hour and a half for Walmart curbside order 01/12/2024
NY State Police arrest Brooklyn man following multiple Walmart larcenies in Saratoga and Warren counties 01/08/2024
No injuries at Pa. Walmart facility from ammonia leak blamed on broken valve 01/11/2024
Driver attempts to lie about identity in traffic stop at Fla. Walmart 01/12/2024
Deputies: Man facing charges for stealing Walmart cash register drawer in Flagler County Fla. 01/12/2024
Evansville Ind. PD investigating after counterfeit $100 bill used at westside Walmart 01/13/2024
1 killed, 1 injured (dies later) in shooting near Aiken SC Walmart 01/15/2024
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - At least one person is dead after what a deputy described as an attempted murder-suicide Monday morning near the Walmart on Richland Avenue.
The initial report came in at 10:52 a.m. at the Murphy USA gas station at 3575 W. Richland Ave. near the Walmart supercenter.
Two people suffered gunshot wounds, with one of them dying and one being sent to the nearby Aiken Regional Medical Center with a serious gunshot wound.
It was an attempted murder-suicide, not a random shooting, according to the Aiken Department of Public Safety.
A deputy witnessed the incident from a nearby car wash and said two people were yelling and the man shot the woman before killing himself, according to authorities. Complete article
Husband, wife die in likely murder-suicide near Aiken’s Richland Avenue Walmart 01/15/2024
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - At least one person is dead after what a deputy described as an attempted murder-suicide Monday morning near the Walmart on Richland Avenue.
The initial report came in at 10:52 a.m. at the Murphy USA gas station at 3575 W. Richland Ave. near the Walmart supercenter.
Two people suffered gunshot wounds, with one of them dying and one being sent to the nearby Aiken Regional Medical Center with a serious gunshot wound.
It was an attempted murder-suicide, not a random shooting, according to the Aiken Department of Public Safety.
A deputy witnessed the incident from a nearby car wash and said two people were yelling and the man shot the woman before killing himself, according to authorities. Complete article
Husband, wife die in likely murder-suicide near Aiken’s Richland Avenue Walmart 01/15/2024
Investigation continues following shooting at Walmart in Lexington Tenn. 01/14/2024 Employee shot
The Lexington Police Department is currently investigating a shooting incident at Walmart (547 West) Church Street.
The victim experienced non-life threatening injuries. Officers are currently investigating this incident and are requesting assistance from the public regarding the persons that may be responsible for this crime. Complete article
Lexington Police Investigate Shooting at Walmart 01/18/2024
Fundraiser organized for victim in Lexington Tenn. Walmart shooting 01/17/2024 Saturday evening, Lexington Police say they responded to Walmart on Church Street, where an employee had been shot in the parking lot.
Suspect in Lexington Walmart shooting arrested 01/24/2024
The Lexington Police Department is currently investigating a shooting incident at Walmart (547 West) Church Street.
The victim experienced non-life threatening injuries. Officers are currently investigating this incident and are requesting assistance from the public regarding the persons that may be responsible for this crime. Complete article
Lexington Police Investigate Shooting at Walmart 01/18/2024
Fundraiser organized for victim in Lexington Tenn. Walmart shooting 01/17/2024 Saturday evening, Lexington Police say they responded to Walmart on Church Street, where an employee had been shot in the parking lot.
Suspect in Lexington Walmart shooting arrested 01/24/2024
Man allegedly robs Ohio Walmart, leads police on chase before being arrested 01/15/2024
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A 29-year-old faces multiples charges, including robbery and fleeing police Saturday.
According to Toledo Police, Tavion Calhoun put several items into a backpack at an area Walmart before attempting to leave the store without paying.
He was approached by a loss prevention officer and allegedly shoved her, causing a cut on her hand.
Police said Calhoun then led them on a chase, running multiple red lights. The criminal complaint said he lost his front tires while driving through a park and was eventually apprehended. Complete article
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A 29-year-old faces multiples charges, including robbery and fleeing police Saturday.
According to Toledo Police, Tavion Calhoun put several items into a backpack at an area Walmart before attempting to leave the store without paying.
He was approached by a loss prevention officer and allegedly shoved her, causing a cut on her hand.
Police said Calhoun then led them on a chase, running multiple red lights. The criminal complaint said he lost his front tires while driving through a park and was eventually apprehended. Complete article
Three arrested in Saraland Alabama Walmart robbery 01/14/2024
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Three individuals are accused of attempting to rob the Walmart in Saraland off Industrial Parkway Friday evening.
According to investigators, Quinterius Farris-Rivers, 23, Darius Agee, 19, and a juvenile attempted to leave the store with several stolen items.
Police say loss prevention tried to stop the trio when Rivers made an alleged threat towards the employee and gestured towards his waistband implying he had a firearm.
The three then ran out of the store but were later apprehended, according to police. Officers say they did not find any firearm on Rivers. Complete article
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Three individuals are accused of attempting to rob the Walmart in Saraland off Industrial Parkway Friday evening.
According to investigators, Quinterius Farris-Rivers, 23, Darius Agee, 19, and a juvenile attempted to leave the store with several stolen items.
Police say loss prevention tried to stop the trio when Rivers made an alleged threat towards the employee and gestured towards his waistband implying he had a firearm.
The three then ran out of the store but were later apprehended, according to police. Officers say they did not find any firearm on Rivers. Complete article
DOESN'T CHECK OUT ‘Don’t waste your money,’ Walmart customer warns after $4k offer to work as secret shopper – it was too good to be true 01/14/2024
A WALMART shopper has issued a warning after receiving a letter claiming the store was offering her $4,000 to work as a secret shopper.
Cindy Senour, of Louisville, Kentucky, said the letter told her to buy gift cards to test Walmart employees and not tell anyone what she was doing.
The scammers made the letter seem convincing by using a Walmart letterhead along with the check being in her name.
It also showed up saying it was an urgent mailing which made her think something was wrong at first.
"I'm thinking gosh did I pay my taxes? What did I do?," Senour told Fox affiliate WDRB in Louisville.
But then Senour saw a check and started to get excited that she had just been offered a great opportunity to make money. Complete article
A WALMART shopper has issued a warning after receiving a letter claiming the store was offering her $4,000 to work as a secret shopper.
Cindy Senour, of Louisville, Kentucky, said the letter told her to buy gift cards to test Walmart employees and not tell anyone what she was doing.
The scammers made the letter seem convincing by using a Walmart letterhead along with the check being in her name.
It also showed up saying it was an urgent mailing which made her think something was wrong at first.
"I'm thinking gosh did I pay my taxes? What did I do?," Senour told Fox affiliate WDRB in Louisville.
But then Senour saw a check and started to get excited that she had just been offered a great opportunity to make money. Complete article
How Walmart is fighting back against gift card scams 01/15/2024
US government already reimbursed consumers $4M.
The frequency of gift card scams has risen sharply in recent years, but America's biggest retailer has devised a way to prevent thieves from getting away with free money.
So far, it has made a notable difference.
In 2018, Walmart developed a proprietary technology, called Redemption, to try to cut down on the deluge of victim-assisted gift-card fraud incidents that were occurring around the nation.
It was developed after Walmart's law enforcement response team fielded an influx of calls about victims who were being tricked into getting a Walmart gift card, loading it with money and giving the pin or gift card number to bad actors.
Victim-assisted gift card fraud is just one of a significant number of gift card scams that have become increasingly common in recent years. In fact, reports of gift card fraud jumped 50% in 2023 compared with the year prior, according to the Better Business Bureau (BBB). Complete article
US government already reimbursed consumers $4M.
The frequency of gift card scams has risen sharply in recent years, but America's biggest retailer has devised a way to prevent thieves from getting away with free money.
So far, it has made a notable difference.
In 2018, Walmart developed a proprietary technology, called Redemption, to try to cut down on the deluge of victim-assisted gift-card fraud incidents that were occurring around the nation.
It was developed after Walmart's law enforcement response team fielded an influx of calls about victims who were being tricked into getting a Walmart gift card, loading it with money and giving the pin or gift card number to bad actors.
Victim-assisted gift card fraud is just one of a significant number of gift card scams that have become increasingly common in recent years. In fact, reports of gift card fraud jumped 50% in 2023 compared with the year prior, according to the Better Business Bureau (BBB). Complete article
Target and Walmart stores in the Bay Area are locking up underwear and socks to prevent shoplifting 01/15/2024
Underwear and socks are some of the latest items to be locked up at Target and Walmart stores in the Bay Area, in the retailers' latest efforts to combat shoplifting, NBC Bay Area reported.
The local TV station showed that at least two East Bay area Target stores had put undergarments behind locked doors and customers were required to press a button on the doors to alert store assistants to come and unlock them.
One customer told NBC Bay Area that they had to wait 10 minutes for an assistant to retrieve an item.
A Walmart store located in Hilltop, California is also keeping underwear locked up in a bid to prevent theft. The TV station reported that this store is being targeted by shoplifters every day. Complete article
Underwear and socks are some of the latest items to be locked up at Target and Walmart stores in the Bay Area, in the retailers' latest efforts to combat shoplifting, NBC Bay Area reported.
The local TV station showed that at least two East Bay area Target stores had put undergarments behind locked doors and customers were required to press a button on the doors to alert store assistants to come and unlock them.
One customer told NBC Bay Area that they had to wait 10 minutes for an assistant to retrieve an item.
A Walmart store located in Hilltop, California is also keeping underwear locked up in a bid to prevent theft. The TV station reported that this store is being targeted by shoplifters every day. Complete article
Norfolk Nebraska Walmart loses refrigeration 01/14/2024
The Walmart in Norfolk is dealing with the adversity of cold temperatures.
NORFOLK, Neb. -- The Walmart in Norfolk is dealing with the adversity of cold temperatures.
According to a Facebook post from, Walmart Norfolk on W. Pasewalk Ave, the store had lost refrigeration on Saturday and had to stow away all their food due to the severe weather conditions.
They lost refrigeration in parts of their dairy, meat and frozen food sections.
Employees rushed to pack away all the food that could spoil without proper cooling. Complete article
The Walmart in Norfolk is dealing with the adversity of cold temperatures.
NORFOLK, Neb. -- The Walmart in Norfolk is dealing with the adversity of cold temperatures.
According to a Facebook post from, Walmart Norfolk on W. Pasewalk Ave, the store had lost refrigeration on Saturday and had to stow away all their food due to the severe weather conditions.
They lost refrigeration in parts of their dairy, meat and frozen food sections.
Employees rushed to pack away all the food that could spoil without proper cooling. Complete article
El Cajon Ca. Walmart in Parkway Plaza closing its doors for good 01/12/2024
Man of many mugs accused of stealing $400 in goods from Fla. Walmart, his 1st arrest for theft 01/12/2024
Pink Hill man accused of following women & children inside Kinston NC Walmart 01/12/2024
Walmart, North Providence RI Police Department, combine to replace kid’s stolen bicycle 01/13/2024
Firefighters, hazmat crew called to Wilton NY Walmart for gas smell Saturday night 01/14/2024
Walmart announces first store closings of 2024 01/15/2024 Walmart announced it will close two stores in San Diego County, California next month. .... Last year, Walmart closed 20 stores across 11 states, including four in Chicago, due to poor financial performance. (There's more to come and the home office is unlikely to provide a complete list, forcing researchers to search the news nationwide, like they did last year.
Walmart theft suspects sought by Aberdeen NC police 01/15/2024
He gained local fame as Wisconsin Rapids Walmart’s singing cashier. Meet Jacob Whitemarsh. 01/15/2024
Two Charged Within Four Days With Theft From Granite City Ill. Walmart 01/15/2024
A Death at Arkansas Walmart 01/16/2024
Janikka Perry never made it home from her shift at the bakery of a supercenter in Arkansas. She was one of many Walmart workers who have been pressured to work through illness or pain, sometimes with devastating consequences.
On a chilly Sunday afternoon exactly two years ago today, Janikka Perry arrived for her bakery shift at a Walmart supercenter in North Little Rock, Arkansas. Once she began working, she started to feel unusually faint. As the hours wore on, she told her co-workers she wasn’t feeling well, and retreated to a bathroom for rest. But the store was short-staffed, and her manager allegedly told her to “pull herself together.”
Janikka had heart problems and diabetes—conditions management was aware of—and had worked through ailments before, because that’s the norm at Walmart. As recently as 2019, the company allowed employees to accrue nine penalizing points every six months before firing them. Today, it’s five. Workers receive those points for a whole host of reasons, like showing up late, leaving early, or taking unplanned time off, even if they’re sick or need to attend an important family function.
But Janikka rarely missed work or went home early. She once left her own birthday party to go to work, leaving loved ones to vent that Walmart was taking too much of her time. One of her sons, Austin, once pleaded with his mom to quit. “She was like, ‘Who else is going to pay the bills and put clothes on your back?’” he said. “I couldn’t say nothing else.”
Her commitment to Walmart came second only to church. No matter her schedule, Janikka never missed Sunday service at her local congregation. Each week, she would sing and pray in front of the pulpit’s large illuminated cross. On the morning of that shift in January, she attended mass with her mother, Fay, then wished her goodbye. “Mommy, I love you,” she said on her way out the door. “I’ll see you later.”
Hours later, as night set in and Janikka’s shift neared its end, she withdrew to a stall in one of Walmart’s white-tiled restrooms for the second time in as many hours. Eighty-seven minutes later, at 11:21 p.m., she dialed 911 from the bathroom.
“I’m having difficulty breathing,” she told a dispatcher between coughs. “I feel like I’m about to pass out.”
When an ambulance arrived, nine minutes after Janikka called, medics found her unconscious. They later rushed her to St. Vincent North Hospital, where she was pronounced dead of a heart attack. She was 38. Complete article
Janikka Perry never made it home from her shift at the bakery of a supercenter in Arkansas. She was one of many Walmart workers who have been pressured to work through illness or pain, sometimes with devastating consequences.
On a chilly Sunday afternoon exactly two years ago today, Janikka Perry arrived for her bakery shift at a Walmart supercenter in North Little Rock, Arkansas. Once she began working, she started to feel unusually faint. As the hours wore on, she told her co-workers she wasn’t feeling well, and retreated to a bathroom for rest. But the store was short-staffed, and her manager allegedly told her to “pull herself together.”
Janikka had heart problems and diabetes—conditions management was aware of—and had worked through ailments before, because that’s the norm at Walmart. As recently as 2019, the company allowed employees to accrue nine penalizing points every six months before firing them. Today, it’s five. Workers receive those points for a whole host of reasons, like showing up late, leaving early, or taking unplanned time off, even if they’re sick or need to attend an important family function.
But Janikka rarely missed work or went home early. She once left her own birthday party to go to work, leaving loved ones to vent that Walmart was taking too much of her time. One of her sons, Austin, once pleaded with his mom to quit. “She was like, ‘Who else is going to pay the bills and put clothes on your back?’” he said. “I couldn’t say nothing else.”
Her commitment to Walmart came second only to church. No matter her schedule, Janikka never missed Sunday service at her local congregation. Each week, she would sing and pray in front of the pulpit’s large illuminated cross. On the morning of that shift in January, she attended mass with her mother, Fay, then wished her goodbye. “Mommy, I love you,” she said on her way out the door. “I’ll see you later.”
Hours later, as night set in and Janikka’s shift neared its end, she withdrew to a stall in one of Walmart’s white-tiled restrooms for the second time in as many hours. Eighty-seven minutes later, at 11:21 p.m., she dialed 911 from the bathroom.
“I’m having difficulty breathing,” she told a dispatcher between coughs. “I feel like I’m about to pass out.”
When an ambulance arrived, nine minutes after Janikka called, medics found her unconscious. They later rushed her to St. Vincent North Hospital, where she was pronounced dead of a heart attack. She was 38. Complete article
Shoplifting leads to weapons violation at Sioux Falls SD Walmart 01/16/2024
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Sioux Falls police report an incident that began as shoplifting turned into a weapons violation in southwest Sioux Falls on Saturday.
The incident happened at around 5:30 p.m. at the Walmart on S. Louise Ave.
A man was confronted by loss prevention, and he grabbed a broom and started swinging it around, damaging items and hitting an employee. Complete article
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Sioux Falls police report an incident that began as shoplifting turned into a weapons violation in southwest Sioux Falls on Saturday.
The incident happened at around 5:30 p.m. at the Walmart on S. Louise Ave.
A man was confronted by loss prevention, and he grabbed a broom and started swinging it around, damaging items and hitting an employee. Complete article
So, two goats walk into an Ariz. Walmart... 01/15/2024
A pair of visitors showed up at Walmart on Wednesday afternoon, apparently on the hunt for strawberries, watermelons, carrots and celery. But it wasn't to be.
Someone called the cops and they ended up in the back of a patrol car. But instead of getting arrested, they were taken home.
Sahuarita Police Lt. Michael Falquez said dispatchers received a call shortly after 4 p.m. about a pair of goats wandering into the store just like any other customer.
"(An employee) told me they were trying to head to the produce section, probably for something to eat," Falquez said.
An officer placed the goats into the back of a squad car and contacted the Arizona Department of Agriculture.
The goats' owner, Cheresa Green of Tucson, said she'd just purchased them about a week ago from a Sahuarita woman. They're being kept in Sahuarita until construction on their new home is finished, Green said. Complete article
A pair of visitors showed up at Walmart on Wednesday afternoon, apparently on the hunt for strawberries, watermelons, carrots and celery. But it wasn't to be.
Someone called the cops and they ended up in the back of a patrol car. But instead of getting arrested, they were taken home.
Sahuarita Police Lt. Michael Falquez said dispatchers received a call shortly after 4 p.m. about a pair of goats wandering into the store just like any other customer.
"(An employee) told me they were trying to head to the produce section, probably for something to eat," Falquez said.
An officer placed the goats into the back of a squad car and contacted the Arizona Department of Agriculture.
The goats' owner, Cheresa Green of Tucson, said she'd just purchased them about a week ago from a Sahuarita woman. They're being kept in Sahuarita until construction on their new home is finished, Green said. Complete article
IT'S WAL WRONG ‘You chose this’ Walmart shopper fumes over ‘stupid self-checkout & customer harassment’ that ‘doesn’t stop shoplifting’ 01/16/2024
A WALMART shopper has blasted the retail giant over security checks that are carried out before leaving the store.
The furious customer claimed the measures don’t clamp down on shoplifting.
Walmart has come under fire over checks carried out at some stores.
Shoppers have fumed when door greeters have checked receipts before the exit, for example.
Receipt checks have caused division among shoppers, with some offended that store workers may think they’re stealing.
“So when are you going to quit harassing customers with the security check every time you walk out?” Nicole (@15MNKE) fumed on X, formerly Twitter. Complete article
A WALMART shopper has blasted the retail giant over security checks that are carried out before leaving the store.
The furious customer claimed the measures don’t clamp down on shoplifting.
Walmart has come under fire over checks carried out at some stores.
Shoppers have fumed when door greeters have checked receipts before the exit, for example.
Receipt checks have caused division among shoppers, with some offended that store workers may think they’re stealing.
“So when are you going to quit harassing customers with the security check every time you walk out?” Nicole (@15MNKE) fumed on X, formerly Twitter. Complete article
Shoplifting Suspect Dennis Lake: From NJ Walmart Aisles to Police Custody 01/15/2024
Walmart temporarily shuts a dozen stores following winter storm in the East Coast 01/10/2024
Bizarre bomb threat at Fla. Walmart ends with arrest of North Port man 01/16/2024
Man finds lost phone in Walmart bathroom, then makes bomb threat with it, Florida cops say 01/16/2024
Walmart in Natchez Mississippi temporarily closed 01/16/2024
One arrested for stealing donation jar from Pa. Walmart 01/16/2024
Police Charge Man For Pa. Walmart Theft 01/16/2024
Shreveport couple surprised at La. Walmart checkout 01/16/2024
Milwaukee man stabbed in Franklin Wisc. Walmart, another man taken into custody, police say 01/16/2024
A Milwaukee man was stabbed at the Franklin Walmart just before closing time Jan. 11.
Franklin Police Sgt. Jeremy Fadness confirmed another Milwaukee man was "immediately taken into custody on-scene" and without incident for the stabbing.
Jill Geiger said she was doing some shopping and heard a bunch of yelling around 9:50 p.m. at Walmart, 6701 S. 27th St. She said it started with two people but “more people got roped into it” and soon about a half dozen customers were shouting at each other in the deli/produce department.
When she heard someone say they have a knife and a gun, Geiger got out of the area. Complete article
A Milwaukee man was stabbed at the Franklin Walmart just before closing time Jan. 11.
Franklin Police Sgt. Jeremy Fadness confirmed another Milwaukee man was "immediately taken into custody on-scene" and without incident for the stabbing.
Jill Geiger said she was doing some shopping and heard a bunch of yelling around 9:50 p.m. at Walmart, 6701 S. 27th St. She said it started with two people but “more people got roped into it” and soon about a half dozen customers were shouting at each other in the deli/produce department.
When she heard someone say they have a knife and a gun, Geiger got out of the area. Complete article
How Walmart’s Financial Services Became a Fraud Magnet 01/17/2024
Scammers have duped consumers out of more than $1 billion by exploiting Walmart’s lax security. The company has resisted taking responsibility while breaking promises to regulators and skimping on training.
Christy Browne was in a panic. The man on the phone said he was from the FBI. He warned her that drug traffickers had obtained her Social Security number and were using it to launder money. He said the FBI needed money to catch them.
“They told me not to go to local law enforcement,” Browne testified in court recently about the February 2020 call. The police were watching her and considered her a suspect, the man said.
At his direction, Browne, a retired elementary school teacher who lives in upstate New York, bought four $500 Walmart gift cards at her local Walmart. It was 3:15 pm. She took photos of the serial numbers and PINs on the back and texted them to the man on the phone. With that information, the fraudster had access to $2,000.
That was only the first step. The gift card numbers were then sold to Qinbin Chen, a Chinese national living in Virginia. At 5:47 pm, Chen passed the numbers to a co-conspirator waiting near a Walmart in Sterling, Virginia.
Just eight minutes later, at 5:55, the accomplice did something that an ordinary consumer would rarely do, but which is routine for fraudsters: use one gift card to buy another. With the numbers from Browne’s Walmart cards, he purchased Apple, Google Play and other gift cards at the store’s self-checkout kiosk. He sent the serial numbers and PINs for those cards to Chen, who then sold them to a buyer in China. Transferring the money to other companies’ gift cards for use in another country made it impossible for Walmart to figure out where the funds ended up. Browne had no way to recover her $2,000. Complete article
Scammers have duped consumers out of more than $1 billion by exploiting Walmart’s lax security. The company has resisted taking responsibility while breaking promises to regulators and skimping on training.
Christy Browne was in a panic. The man on the phone said he was from the FBI. He warned her that drug traffickers had obtained her Social Security number and were using it to launder money. He said the FBI needed money to catch them.
“They told me not to go to local law enforcement,” Browne testified in court recently about the February 2020 call. The police were watching her and considered her a suspect, the man said.
At his direction, Browne, a retired elementary school teacher who lives in upstate New York, bought four $500 Walmart gift cards at her local Walmart. It was 3:15 pm. She took photos of the serial numbers and PINs on the back and texted them to the man on the phone. With that information, the fraudster had access to $2,000.
That was only the first step. The gift card numbers were then sold to Qinbin Chen, a Chinese national living in Virginia. At 5:47 pm, Chen passed the numbers to a co-conspirator waiting near a Walmart in Sterling, Virginia.
Just eight minutes later, at 5:55, the accomplice did something that an ordinary consumer would rarely do, but which is routine for fraudsters: use one gift card to buy another. With the numbers from Browne’s Walmart cards, he purchased Apple, Google Play and other gift cards at the store’s self-checkout kiosk. He sent the serial numbers and PINs for those cards to Chen, who then sold them to a buyer in China. Transferring the money to other companies’ gift cards for use in another country made it impossible for Walmart to figure out where the funds ended up. Browne had no way to recover her $2,000. Complete article
WALSMARTS ‘No obligations,’ Walmart shopper says she knows her rights when workers demand a receipt – and law ‘protects customer’ 01/16/2024
A KNOWLEDGEABLE Walmart shopper shared what is not allowed during receipt checks at stores.
It is crucial to be informed of your rights when it comes to receipt checks as Walmart has implemented the procedure at most stores.
It can feel as if you are obligated to show your receipt to the insisting Walmart worker while walking out.
However, TikToker Rebecca Symone (@rebeccasymone_) explained this is not always the case when considering the laws.
“You are not obligated to stop for anyone as you exit any store. Refusal to show a receipt is NOT probable cause to be detained,” the caption of the video said.
“You have a criminal and civil suit if your rights are violated.” Complete article
A KNOWLEDGEABLE Walmart shopper shared what is not allowed during receipt checks at stores.
It is crucial to be informed of your rights when it comes to receipt checks as Walmart has implemented the procedure at most stores.
It can feel as if you are obligated to show your receipt to the insisting Walmart worker while walking out.
However, TikToker Rebecca Symone (@rebeccasymone_) explained this is not always the case when considering the laws.
“You are not obligated to stop for anyone as you exit any store. Refusal to show a receipt is NOT probable cause to be detained,” the caption of the video said.
“You have a criminal and civil suit if your rights are violated.” Complete article
Wal-Mart Supercenter in Farmerville La. is closed for the day 01/16/2024
Houston Tx. Police handle several calls for Walmart thefts 01/16/2024
Florida man caught stashing NFL cards, deviled eggs into stolen backpack at Walmart, deputies say 01/15/2024
Serial shoplifter nabbed with cartload of stolen merchandise at Fla. Walmart 01/16/2024
Walmart faces multiple retail theft cases in Madison County Ill. 01/16/2024
Man allegedly partnered with child to steal merchandise at Fla. Walmart 01/16/2024
Man found shot in parking lot of Lexington Ky. Walmart 01/18/2024
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Lexington police are investigating after they say a man was found shot in a Walmart parking lot.
Officers were called to the West New Circle location around 1:38 a.m. Thursday.
Police say crews found a man shot in the parking lot. Complete article
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Lexington police are investigating after they say a man was found shot in a Walmart parking lot.
Officers were called to the West New Circle location around 1:38 a.m. Thursday.
Police say crews found a man shot in the parking lot. Complete article
RSO confirm deadly stabbing at Coachella Ca. Walmart was between a mother and daughter 01/16/2024
The Riverside County Sheriff's Office confirmed the relationship between the suspect and the victim in Sunday's deadly stabbing at the Walmart Neighborhood Market in Coachella.
Investigators learned that the suspect was the daughter of the victim.
The victim was identified on Monday as Elba Estrada, 53, of San Bernardino.
Investigators said the suspect, a 22-year-old woman, had recently relocated to the Coachella Valley from San Bernardino. Complete article
The Riverside County Sheriff's Office confirmed the relationship between the suspect and the victim in Sunday's deadly stabbing at the Walmart Neighborhood Market in Coachella.
Investigators learned that the suspect was the daughter of the victim.
The victim was identified on Monday as Elba Estrada, 53, of San Bernardino.
Investigators said the suspect, a 22-year-old woman, had recently relocated to the Coachella Valley from San Bernardino. Complete article
Woman accused of assaulting Tx. Walmart employee amid theft 01/18/2024
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- An Odessa woman is facing felony charges after investigators said she allegedly failed to pay for a pair of boots valued at $25. Tiffinie Michelle Hall, 40, has been charged with Robbery and Tampering with Physical Evidence.
According to an Odessa Police Department report, around 7:45 p.m. on January 13, officers were called to Walmart on NW Loop 338 to investigate a robbery. At the scene, investigators met with an employee who said she observed a woman, later identified as Hall, put on a pair of black boots, which had not been paid for, via live surveillance feed. The employee said Hall then passed all points of sale and tried to leave the store without paying for the merchandise.
At that point, the employee said she confronted Hall and tried to retrieve the stolen goods; that’s when Hall allegedly pushed the employee with enough force to cause redness and pain to her chest and left the store on foot. Investigators later found a shoeless Hall in the parking lot and asked her about the alleged theft; Hall reportedly admitted to stealing the boots and told investigators that she’d hidden them under a parked car. Complete article
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- An Odessa woman is facing felony charges after investigators said she allegedly failed to pay for a pair of boots valued at $25. Tiffinie Michelle Hall, 40, has been charged with Robbery and Tampering with Physical Evidence.
According to an Odessa Police Department report, around 7:45 p.m. on January 13, officers were called to Walmart on NW Loop 338 to investigate a robbery. At the scene, investigators met with an employee who said she observed a woman, later identified as Hall, put on a pair of black boots, which had not been paid for, via live surveillance feed. The employee said Hall then passed all points of sale and tried to leave the store without paying for the merchandise.
At that point, the employee said she confronted Hall and tried to retrieve the stolen goods; that’s when Hall allegedly pushed the employee with enough force to cause redness and pain to her chest and left the store on foot. Investigators later found a shoeless Hall in the parking lot and asked her about the alleged theft; Hall reportedly admitted to stealing the boots and told investigators that she’d hidden them under a parked car. Complete article
Duo put credit card scanner on Steelyard Commons Ohio Walmart self-checkout register, Cleveland police say 01/18/2024
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - Two men are accused of putting a credit card scanner on a self-checkout register at Walmart, Cleveland police confirmed, and detectives need help identifying the suspects.
The incident happened at the Steelyard Commons Walmart at 3400 Steelyard Dr. on Dec. 16, according to police.
Take a close look at the surveillance photos of the suspects shared by the Cleveland Division of Police Second District Community Relations Committee: Complete article
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - Two men are accused of putting a credit card scanner on a self-checkout register at Walmart, Cleveland police confirmed, and detectives need help identifying the suspects.
The incident happened at the Steelyard Commons Walmart at 3400 Steelyard Dr. on Dec. 16, according to police.
Take a close look at the surveillance photos of the suspects shared by the Cleveland Division of Police Second District Community Relations Committee: Complete article
Walmart customer 'furious' as 'very ignorant' staff hold him 'hostage' in store 01/18/2024
The Walmart receipt check policy is very unpopular with many customers.
A Walmart customer has told of his fury after being held 'hostage' in a store after buying a television alongside his son. The store's receipt check policy, which is designed to curb shoplifting, has been extremely unpopular with many shoppers, and Senti Rasa has blasted the 'very ignorant' staff who he said discriminated against him.
The real-estate investor purchased a television worth $344.09 in a Walmart last Monday. Upon bringing the item to the cashier, the staff member had to call for assistance to remove the anti-theft device on the packaging of the television.
The issue was resolved and when the 52-year-old headed for the exit, he was asked to present his receipt by a door greeter. "I asked what do you need to see my receipt for, I've already paid for it, you can ask the (cashier)," the Sri Lankan native told Orilla Matters.
"I kept walking and suddenly another greater got in my face and was holding my buggy and said I wasn't leaving, holding me hostage," he continued, describing his experience at the store in Orillia, Canada. Rasa said that the store manager, with four or five other staff members in town, approached him and said the store policy was to check receipts, in a similar manner to Costco. Complete article
The Walmart receipt check policy is very unpopular with many customers.
A Walmart customer has told of his fury after being held 'hostage' in a store after buying a television alongside his son. The store's receipt check policy, which is designed to curb shoplifting, has been extremely unpopular with many shoppers, and Senti Rasa has blasted the 'very ignorant' staff who he said discriminated against him.
The real-estate investor purchased a television worth $344.09 in a Walmart last Monday. Upon bringing the item to the cashier, the staff member had to call for assistance to remove the anti-theft device on the packaging of the television.
The issue was resolved and when the 52-year-old headed for the exit, he was asked to present his receipt by a door greeter. "I asked what do you need to see my receipt for, I've already paid for it, you can ask the (cashier)," the Sri Lankan native told Orilla Matters.
"I kept walking and suddenly another greater got in my face and was holding my buggy and said I wasn't leaving, holding me hostage," he continued, describing his experience at the store in Orillia, Canada. Rasa said that the store manager, with four or five other staff members in town, approached him and said the store policy was to check receipts, in a similar manner to Costco. Complete article
‘I would clock out and go home‘: Walmart criticized for giving workers 55-cent ramen noodles for coming into work during blizzard 01/16/2024
An arctic blast has affected much of the country, with multiple places falling below 0 temperatures. While many residents are being urged to stay indoors, people whose workplaces didn’t close due to the weather had to brace the storm to trek to work.
TikToker Millzy (@hiitsmillzy) highlighted one such workplace in a TikTok video that was viewed nearly half-a-million times. A Walmart in Rockford, Illinois, where the temperature has been below freezing (around 11am CT, it was -6 degrees Fahrenheit), shared a post featuring two of its employees standing behind several cases of ramen noodles. “Brr it’s cold outside. We appreciate our associates for braving the cold to be here. Stay warm with some ramen noodle soup and crackers,” the location wrote to accompany the photo.
“Walmart, you are a Fortune 500 company—on the top of the list; you are a multi-billion dollar corporation. And your way to show your appreciation is to give your employees 55-cent ramen?” Millzy questioned. “People walking to work, in -18 degree weather. Some people don’t have cars. Some peoples cars didn’t start, and they still showed up to work, somehow, someway, so they could get a paycheck.”
Walmart workers commiserated in the comments section, sharing what they’ve received from the store in exchange for clocking in for undesirable shifts. “I worked at walmart up until a few weeks ago. we had to work on christmas, and our christmas ‘bonus’ was a ten cent temu pin,” one shared.
“I worked 3rd shift at walmart and we were lucky if we got the left over pizza from first shift that had been sitting out all day,” another said.
“I remember working deli at Walmart and they forced us to cook pizza for other departments we didn’t even get any of it,” another said. Complete article
An arctic blast has affected much of the country, with multiple places falling below 0 temperatures. While many residents are being urged to stay indoors, people whose workplaces didn’t close due to the weather had to brace the storm to trek to work.
TikToker Millzy (@hiitsmillzy) highlighted one such workplace in a TikTok video that was viewed nearly half-a-million times. A Walmart in Rockford, Illinois, where the temperature has been below freezing (around 11am CT, it was -6 degrees Fahrenheit), shared a post featuring two of its employees standing behind several cases of ramen noodles. “Brr it’s cold outside. We appreciate our associates for braving the cold to be here. Stay warm with some ramen noodle soup and crackers,” the location wrote to accompany the photo.
“Walmart, you are a Fortune 500 company—on the top of the list; you are a multi-billion dollar corporation. And your way to show your appreciation is to give your employees 55-cent ramen?” Millzy questioned. “People walking to work, in -18 degree weather. Some people don’t have cars. Some peoples cars didn’t start, and they still showed up to work, somehow, someway, so they could get a paycheck.”
Walmart workers commiserated in the comments section, sharing what they’ve received from the store in exchange for clocking in for undesirable shifts. “I worked at walmart up until a few weeks ago. we had to work on christmas, and our christmas ‘bonus’ was a ten cent temu pin,” one shared.
“I worked 3rd shift at walmart and we were lucky if we got the left over pizza from first shift that had been sitting out all day,” another said.
“I remember working deli at Walmart and they forced us to cook pizza for other departments we didn’t even get any of it,” another said. Complete article
Walmart raises starting pay; redesigns bonuses for store managers 01/18/2024
Walmart is raising the starting base pay for store managers, while redesigning its bonus plan that will put more of an emphasis on profits for these leaders.
NEW YORK (AP) — Walmart Inc. is raising the starting base pay for store managers, while redesigning its bonus plan that will put more of an emphasis on profits for these leaders.
The moves, announced Thursday, will be effective Feb. 1. They come as the nation's largest retailer and largest private employer seeks to retain qualified managers and make clear to hourly workers that there's a path for upward mobility in a still highly competitive labor market. Roughly 75% of its store management started out as hourly workers, Walmart said. Complete article
Walmart is raising the starting base pay for store managers, while redesigning its bonus plan that will put more of an emphasis on profits for these leaders.
NEW YORK (AP) — Walmart Inc. is raising the starting base pay for store managers, while redesigning its bonus plan that will put more of an emphasis on profits for these leaders.
The moves, announced Thursday, will be effective Feb. 1. They come as the nation's largest retailer and largest private employer seeks to retain qualified managers and make clear to hourly workers that there's a path for upward mobility in a still highly competitive labor market. Roughly 75% of its store management started out as hourly workers, Walmart said. Complete article
18 Walmart shopping carts are sitting neatly stacked in a Chico neighborhood 01/17/2024
CHICO, Calif.- At first glance, the neighborhood off Bar Triangle Street in Chico looks nothing out of the ordinary.
Until you see the 18 Walmart shopping carts neatly lined up, and sorted into two rows; 19 carts when you count the one cart sitting in a different field in the same neighborhood.
"I will see constantly an elderly woman who is walking down here and comes back with carts and then just kind of leaves them around," said one neighbor who didn't want to be identified.
Several other neighbors reported the same thing, and that the woman suffers from memory issues.
Neighbors in the area told Action News Now, abandoned shopping carts have been an issue on Bar Triangle Street for years. Complete article
CHICO, Calif.- At first glance, the neighborhood off Bar Triangle Street in Chico looks nothing out of the ordinary.
Until you see the 18 Walmart shopping carts neatly lined up, and sorted into two rows; 19 carts when you count the one cart sitting in a different field in the same neighborhood.
"I will see constantly an elderly woman who is walking down here and comes back with carts and then just kind of leaves them around," said one neighbor who didn't want to be identified.
Several other neighbors reported the same thing, and that the woman suffers from memory issues.
Neighbors in the area told Action News Now, abandoned shopping carts have been an issue on Bar Triangle Street for years. Complete article
Snacks sold at Walmart, Loblaw and other stores recalled 01/16/2024
Granola Bars, cereals, yogurts, and parfaits sold at Sobeys, Walmart, Metro, Loblaw, and other stores are being pulled from the shelves following a recall in Canada, reports Toronto.com.
The snacks pose a salmonella risk.
Following a recall by the Quaker Oats Co. in the U.S., Quaker Canada made a voluntary recall last week due to the possible health risk.
Shoppers who may have purchased the recalled snacks can call Quaker Consumer Relations at 800-532-4004 from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. EST Monday through Friday, or visit www.QuakerRecall.ca for more information or product reimbursement. Complete article
Granola Bars, cereals, yogurts, and parfaits sold at Sobeys, Walmart, Metro, Loblaw, and other stores are being pulled from the shelves following a recall in Canada, reports Toronto.com.
The snacks pose a salmonella risk.
Following a recall by the Quaker Oats Co. in the U.S., Quaker Canada made a voluntary recall last week due to the possible health risk.
Shoppers who may have purchased the recalled snacks can call Quaker Consumer Relations at 800-532-4004 from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. EST Monday through Friday, or visit www.QuakerRecall.ca for more information or product reimbursement. Complete article
Michigan State Police seek help to identify Walmart sexual assault suspects 01/17/2024
Duo suspected of stealing from Lexington SC Walmart with fake receipt 01/16/2024
14 News Exclusive: Evansville Ind. PD recalls night of westside Walmart shooting one year later 01/18/2024
Four charged in Ill. Walmart thefts 01/18/2024
MAN WINS $1 MILLION LOTTERY AT WALMART ON NORTH TRYON 01/17/2024
Woman carjacked at knifepoint outside Glen Burnie Md. Walmart 01/19/2024
GLEN BURNIE, Md. — A Baltimore man faces charges after allegedly carjacking a woman outside a Glen Burnie Walmart Thursday night.
It happened around 7:30pm in the parking lot of the store located on Chesapeake Center Drive.
Police say Brian Keith Whittington, 26, approached the victim asking for a ride.
When she declined, Whittington reportedly pulled out a hunting knife and demanded the woman's vehicle.
Responding officers spotted Whittington driving away and tried pulling him over.
He initially refused, but the car broke down at which point police took him into custody. Complete article
GLEN BURNIE, Md. — A Baltimore man faces charges after allegedly carjacking a woman outside a Glen Burnie Walmart Thursday night.
It happened around 7:30pm in the parking lot of the store located on Chesapeake Center Drive.
Police say Brian Keith Whittington, 26, approached the victim asking for a ride.
When she declined, Whittington reportedly pulled out a hunting knife and demanded the woman's vehicle.
Responding officers spotted Whittington driving away and tried pulling him over.
He initially refused, but the car broke down at which point police took him into custody. Complete article
Police searching for 3 people after infant abandoned at Philadelphia Mills Pa. Walmart 01/19/2024
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Police are searching for three people after a 3-month-old infant girl was abandoned inside a Walmart store in Northeast Philadelphia. The baby was left at the store at the Philadelphia Mills Mall around 11 p.m. Thursday.
Police say store security approached a woman and two men about a retail theft at the store but they fled the scene.
When guards returned to the store, they discovered the infant who had been left behind.
She was rushed to Jefferson-Torresdale Hospital and is in stable condition. Complete article
Man arrested for abandoning baby after stealing from Philly Walmart, two others sought 01/26/2024
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Police are searching for three people after a 3-month-old infant girl was abandoned inside a Walmart store in Northeast Philadelphia. The baby was left at the store at the Philadelphia Mills Mall around 11 p.m. Thursday.
Police say store security approached a woman and two men about a retail theft at the store but they fled the scene.
When guards returned to the store, they discovered the infant who had been left behind.
She was rushed to Jefferson-Torresdale Hospital and is in stable condition. Complete article
Man arrested for abandoning baby after stealing from Philly Walmart, two others sought 01/26/2024
Four charged in Walmart gift card crime ring, leader caught with nearly 7,000 cards in Tarrant County, police say 01/19/2024
Police say the suspects would steal the information off of valid gift cards, repackage them, and return them to their displays, waiting for them to be purchased.
COLLEYVILLE, Texas — The Colleyville Police Department says four people were arrested in connection with a fraud ring involving altered Walmart gift cards.
The investigation began on July 12, 2023, when an elderly victim from Colleyville sent a $100 Walmart gift card to a friend in Louisiana, the department said. But a week later, when the friend attempted to use the gift card - it had no balance, according to police.
Colleyville PD says the number stamped on the gift card did not match the number on the gift card authorization receipt.
Investigators say they quickly discovered the victim’s gift card was cloned to match a different Walmart gift card.
The victim’s $100 was spent by one of the suspects to buy beer and a KitchenAid Stand Mixer at two separate Tarrant County Walmarts, according to police.
Less than one week later, Colleyville PD says they learned about another local victim who purchased a $50 Walmart gift card for a fellow church member but that it had no balance when the recipient attempted to redeem it a few days later. Complete article
Police say the suspects would steal the information off of valid gift cards, repackage them, and return them to their displays, waiting for them to be purchased.
COLLEYVILLE, Texas — The Colleyville Police Department says four people were arrested in connection with a fraud ring involving altered Walmart gift cards.
The investigation began on July 12, 2023, when an elderly victim from Colleyville sent a $100 Walmart gift card to a friend in Louisiana, the department said. But a week later, when the friend attempted to use the gift card - it had no balance, according to police.
Colleyville PD says the number stamped on the gift card did not match the number on the gift card authorization receipt.
Investigators say they quickly discovered the victim’s gift card was cloned to match a different Walmart gift card.
The victim’s $100 was spent by one of the suspects to buy beer and a KitchenAid Stand Mixer at two separate Tarrant County Walmarts, according to police.
Less than one week later, Colleyville PD says they learned about another local victim who purchased a $50 Walmart gift card for a fellow church member but that it had no balance when the recipient attempted to redeem it a few days later. Complete article
Credit card skimmers discovered at Rapid City SD Walmart stores 01/19/2024
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - If you’ve been at either Walmart in Rapid City, you’ll want to take a look at your bank statement.
Sunday, the Rapid City Police Department was alerted to what appeared to be credit card skimmers at the stores. After looking at security footage ... Rapid City Police say thieves placed the skimmers at both Walmart stores on Jan. 9.
These skimmers at the checkout lanes take your credit or debit card numbers, but police say there’s no evidence to suggest any card information has been compromised here. Thieves use the information to make fraudulent purchases. Complete article
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - If you’ve been at either Walmart in Rapid City, you’ll want to take a look at your bank statement.
Sunday, the Rapid City Police Department was alerted to what appeared to be credit card skimmers at the stores. After looking at security footage ... Rapid City Police say thieves placed the skimmers at both Walmart stores on Jan. 9.
These skimmers at the checkout lanes take your credit or debit card numbers, but police say there’s no evidence to suggest any card information has been compromised here. Thieves use the information to make fraudulent purchases. Complete article
Skimming device found on card reader at Spring Meadows Ohio Walmart 01/19/2024
HOLLAND, Ohio (WTVG) - A skimming device was found on a card reader at Walmart in Spring Meadows. Now the search is on for two men police say are behind the scheme.
Holland police say these criminals are high-tech. Officers are looking for these two men accused of placing a skimming device on a card reader at Walmart.
“We saw two people enter the store. They made a transaction at the register and then they’re seen placing that particular skimmer onto that credit card machine. It was placed in the machine on Dec. 16, 2023. It was the self-checkout line,” Holland Police Lt. Jim Piotrowski said. Complete article
HOLLAND, Ohio (WTVG) - A skimming device was found on a card reader at Walmart in Spring Meadows. Now the search is on for two men police say are behind the scheme.
Holland police say these criminals are high-tech. Officers are looking for these two men accused of placing a skimming device on a card reader at Walmart.
“We saw two people enter the store. They made a transaction at the register and then they’re seen placing that particular skimmer onto that credit card machine. It was placed in the machine on Dec. 16, 2023. It was the self-checkout line,” Holland Police Lt. Jim Piotrowski said. Complete article
Single mom furious after claiming Walmart delivery driver stole half her order 01/19/2024
A single mom took to TikTok, where she ranted about a recent experience she’d had, claiming that a Walmart delivery driver stole half of her food order.
Sharing her fury with viewers, TikToker Kat said that she literally does not have time to go to the store to pick up her own food items. As a single mom, she relies on food delivery services in order to collect her groceries.
Visibly upset, she explains: “When you leave off half of my f**king order and say it’s delivered – f**k you. I’m not stupid. I understand times are tough. I literally just made a f**king video about it, times are f**king tough, but they’re not just tough for you, OK? They’re tough for everybody.”
Apparently it gets worse, as she claims the Walmart driver took item’s she’d bought specifically bought for her autistic child:
“And you just took my motherf**king groceries like it was nothing. And not only that, but you took the things specifically, you knew that they were specifically for f**king children. If you’re gonna take the milk, take the f**king cereal. OK? But pull-ups? The melatonin? Lunchables?” Complete article
A single mom took to TikTok, where she ranted about a recent experience she’d had, claiming that a Walmart delivery driver stole half of her food order.
Sharing her fury with viewers, TikToker Kat said that she literally does not have time to go to the store to pick up her own food items. As a single mom, she relies on food delivery services in order to collect her groceries.
Visibly upset, she explains: “When you leave off half of my f**king order and say it’s delivered – f**k you. I’m not stupid. I understand times are tough. I literally just made a f**king video about it, times are f**king tough, but they’re not just tough for you, OK? They’re tough for everybody.”
Apparently it gets worse, as she claims the Walmart driver took item’s she’d bought specifically bought for her autistic child:
“And you just took my motherf**king groceries like it was nothing. And not only that, but you took the things specifically, you knew that they were specifically for f**king children. If you’re gonna take the milk, take the f**king cereal. OK? But pull-ups? The melatonin? Lunchables?” Complete article
A viral video appears to show Walmart Spark shoppers with perishable groceries waiting for a ride in the Arizona sun 01/19/2024
A viral video appears to show Walmart Spark workers leaving perishable groceries in the sun.
The video, posted last week on YouTube, was filmed in the parking lot of an Arizona Walmart.
Some Spark drivers appear to be using fraudulent identities, as Business Insider previously reported.
A video from a gig-work YouTuber is getting attention for showing two individuals who appear to be Walmart Spark contractors waiting in a parking lot as their carts containing milk and other groceries sit in the sun.
The video, posted on January 6 by the account "Uber Lyft Phoenix" on YouTube, shows two apparent Spark shoppers resting on a wall at a Walmart in Chandler, Arizona. In front of them are two carts full of household essentials, including a jug of detergent and a gallon of milk.
There's just one thing wrong: Neither seems to have a car to deliver the groceries, the narrator, a driver named Aaron, says in the video, which has been viewed about 190,000 times.
"Both of these guys have carts full of groceries with no ride," he says in the video. "These customers' orders are sitting here in the parking lot," he adds, zooming in on the carts to show a gallon of milk in one of them. AccuWeather records show the temperature was about 57 degrees Fahrenheit at the time. Complete article
A viral video appears to show Walmart Spark workers leaving perishable groceries in the sun.
The video, posted last week on YouTube, was filmed in the parking lot of an Arizona Walmart.
Some Spark drivers appear to be using fraudulent identities, as Business Insider previously reported.
A video from a gig-work YouTuber is getting attention for showing two individuals who appear to be Walmart Spark contractors waiting in a parking lot as their carts containing milk and other groceries sit in the sun.
The video, posted on January 6 by the account "Uber Lyft Phoenix" on YouTube, shows two apparent Spark shoppers resting on a wall at a Walmart in Chandler, Arizona. In front of them are two carts full of household essentials, including a jug of detergent and a gallon of milk.
There's just one thing wrong: Neither seems to have a car to deliver the groceries, the narrator, a driver named Aaron, says in the video, which has been viewed about 190,000 times.
"Both of these guys have carts full of groceries with no ride," he says in the video. "These customers' orders are sitting here in the parking lot," he adds, zooming in on the carts to show a gallon of milk in one of them. AccuWeather records show the temperature was about 57 degrees Fahrenheit at the time. Complete article
EYE CAN'T BELIEVE IT ‘Lock up thieves instead,’ fumes Walmart customer after everyday beauty item becomes latest victim of anti-theft measure 01/19/2024
A SHOPPER has slammed Walmart for locking up a basic beauty item due to an increase in shoplifting.
Walmart is known for locking away their high ticket items, but one customer thinks they have gone too far.
"Walmart is locking up lashes now. Nobody ever thought about locking up thieves instead?" one user wrote on X (formerly known as Twitter.)
The user posted a video showing the range of false eyelashes behind the thick glass.
"It's pretty sad when Walmart has to lock their lashes up because of theft. [They] also put it in this lockbox so you have to get assistance for it, that's crazy," she explained in the clip. Complete article
A SHOPPER has slammed Walmart for locking up a basic beauty item due to an increase in shoplifting.
Walmart is known for locking away their high ticket items, but one customer thinks they have gone too far.
"Walmart is locking up lashes now. Nobody ever thought about locking up thieves instead?" one user wrote on X (formerly known as Twitter.)
The user posted a video showing the range of false eyelashes behind the thick glass.
"It's pretty sad when Walmart has to lock their lashes up because of theft. [They] also put it in this lockbox so you have to get assistance for it, that's crazy," she explained in the clip. Complete article
‘SHAMEFUL’ ‘Do better’ Walmart shopper fumes as store pledges to look into claims checkout option left elderly shopper ‘very upset’ 01/19/2024
A WALMART shopper has slammed the "shameful" retailer after the store had no cashiers available to help.
The customer went on to claim that an elderly woman in the queue was left "very upset" by the lack of tills.
"You need to do better Walmart," the shopper wrote.
"A store I shopped in had no cashiers. Only self checkout.
"An attendant explained to frustrated customers including myself that because of the late hours there were no cashiers available.
"I saw one elderly woman was very upset about it. Shameful." Complete article
A WALMART shopper has slammed the "shameful" retailer after the store had no cashiers available to help.
The customer went on to claim that an elderly woman in the queue was left "very upset" by the lack of tills.
"You need to do better Walmart," the shopper wrote.
"A store I shopped in had no cashiers. Only self checkout.
"An attendant explained to frustrated customers including myself that because of the late hours there were no cashiers available.
"I saw one elderly woman was very upset about it. Shameful." Complete article
Over half a million beds sold at Walmart and Wayfair get recalls because of ‘breaking, sagging or collapsing’ 01/18/2024
More than a half a million beds sold at retailers like Walmart and Wayfair are under recall because they can break during use, which has resulted in dozens of injuries.
The recall impacts several different models and sizes of upholstered low profile standard and platform beds from Home Design, Inc. The Silver Lake, Indiana-based furniture wholesaler says it has received 128 reports of these beds “breaking, sagging or collapsing” when used, including 36 unspecified injuries to date.
Both Home Design and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission are urging consumers with the now-recalled beds to stop using them immediately — and contact the company for free replacement slats and side rails.
Consumers can identify if their bed is being recalled checking the list of impacted models and corresponding part number, which can be found on both the CPSC’s Thursday recall notice and on Home Design’s website. To receive the free repair kit, you’ll need to email Home Design photos of the bed or proof of purchase as well as the headboard’s “law label.”
The recalled beds, which were manufactured in Malaysia, were sold at Wayfair, Walmart.com and Overstock.com between July 2018 and November 2023. Prices ranged from $100 to $300. Complete article
More than a half a million beds sold at retailers like Walmart and Wayfair are under recall because they can break during use, which has resulted in dozens of injuries.
The recall impacts several different models and sizes of upholstered low profile standard and platform beds from Home Design, Inc. The Silver Lake, Indiana-based furniture wholesaler says it has received 128 reports of these beds “breaking, sagging or collapsing” when used, including 36 unspecified injuries to date.
Both Home Design and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission are urging consumers with the now-recalled beds to stop using them immediately — and contact the company for free replacement slats and side rails.
Consumers can identify if their bed is being recalled checking the list of impacted models and corresponding part number, which can be found on both the CPSC’s Thursday recall notice and on Home Design’s website. To receive the free repair kit, you’ll need to email Home Design photos of the bed or proof of purchase as well as the headboard’s “law label.”
The recalled beds, which were manufactured in Malaysia, were sold at Wayfair, Walmart.com and Overstock.com between July 2018 and November 2023. Prices ranged from $100 to $300. Complete article
Bomb threat investigated at south Windsor Canada Walmart 01/17/2024
Sex offender who followed family with kids around Upstate NY Walmart charged with sex crime 01/19/2024
Man in white lab coat, mask distracts older woman in SC Walmart to steal wallet, police say 01/19/2024
Little movement toward a trial date in latest 2019 El Paso Tx. Walmart mass shooting hearing 01/18/2024
Ovid woman who was banned from Walmart faces burglary charge at SF NY store 01/19/2024
Memphis firefighter charged with attempted murder after fight at Tenn. Walmart, with one shot fired, Shelby County court records indicate 01/20/2024
A Memphis firefighter has been charged with attempted murder after reportedly getting into a physical altercation at the Walmart on Shelby Drive, according to an affidavit from Shelby County court records.
Memphis Police responded to an aggravated assault on Jan. 19 towards 8 p.m. at the Walmart at 6990 Shelby Drive, according to the affidavit.
A security guard at the store told police that 37-year-old Spencer Hamilton got into a physical fight with a man inside the store, according to the affidavit.
This man said that Hamilton said that "he was going to kill him" during this fight, according to the affidavit.
The security guard said that he was able to separate them and escort them outside of the store, according to the affidavit. Then, Hamilton ran past them both and got a handgun out of his vehicle, according to the affidavit. Eventually, Hamilton found the man he had been fighting west of the entrance and fired one shot at him, according to the affidavit. Complete article
A Memphis firefighter has been charged with attempted murder after reportedly getting into a physical altercation at the Walmart on Shelby Drive, according to an affidavit from Shelby County court records.
Memphis Police responded to an aggravated assault on Jan. 19 towards 8 p.m. at the Walmart at 6990 Shelby Drive, according to the affidavit.
A security guard at the store told police that 37-year-old Spencer Hamilton got into a physical fight with a man inside the store, according to the affidavit.
This man said that Hamilton said that "he was going to kill him" during this fight, according to the affidavit.
The security guard said that he was able to separate them and escort them outside of the store, according to the affidavit. Then, Hamilton ran past them both and got a handgun out of his vehicle, according to the affidavit. Eventually, Hamilton found the man he had been fighting west of the entrance and fired one shot at him, according to the affidavit. Complete article
Lower Nazareth Pa. Walmart evacuates customers after gun found during altercation 01/20/2024
Shoppers were hustled out of the Walmart in Lower Nazareth Township on Saturday afternoon because of an incident involving a gun. Colonial Regional police Sgt. Cody Hendershot said there was an altercation around 2 p.m. involving multiple people in the store, and a gun was recovered in the vicinity. Police are examining store security video to see where the weapon came from. No one was injured and there is no active threat to the public, Hendershot said. No one is in custody at the moment. The store was emptied and locked down in keeping with Walmart policy, Hendershot said. It reopened around 3 p.m. Complete article
Shoppers were hustled out of the Walmart in Lower Nazareth Township on Saturday afternoon because of an incident involving a gun. Colonial Regional police Sgt. Cody Hendershot said there was an altercation around 2 p.m. involving multiple people in the store, and a gun was recovered in the vicinity. Police are examining store security video to see where the weapon came from. No one was injured and there is no active threat to the public, Hendershot said. No one is in custody at the moment. The store was emptied and locked down in keeping with Walmart policy, Hendershot said. It reopened around 3 p.m. Complete article
Washington man accused of hiding, wreaking havoc in Sullivan Missouri Walmart 01/21/2024
A Washington man was arrested last week after allegedly hiding in the Sullivan Walmart until the store closed, then emerging from his hiding place to throw things at employees and cause thousands of dollars worth of damage.
Michael Douglas, 51, allegedly hid in the Walmart, knowing he was not supposed to be there, until after the store closed at 11 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16. He then left his hiding place, damaging a flower pot in the garden section, and made his way to the front of the store.
He knocked over several items before a store associate made contact with him and told him he was not allowed to be in the store, at which point Douglas “became irate,” according to online court records.
Douglas allegedly began walking through the Walmart throwing items at store employees, then left the building, before asking for a lighter once outside.
When employees said they did not have a lighter, Douglas allegedly re-entered the store, threatening to steal one. Once back inside the store, he allegedly continued knocking over more items and throwing more items, including a glass bottle, at employees. Complete article
A Washington man was arrested last week after allegedly hiding in the Sullivan Walmart until the store closed, then emerging from his hiding place to throw things at employees and cause thousands of dollars worth of damage.
Michael Douglas, 51, allegedly hid in the Walmart, knowing he was not supposed to be there, until after the store closed at 11 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16. He then left his hiding place, damaging a flower pot in the garden section, and made his way to the front of the store.
He knocked over several items before a store associate made contact with him and told him he was not allowed to be in the store, at which point Douglas “became irate,” according to online court records.
Douglas allegedly began walking through the Walmart throwing items at store employees, then left the building, before asking for a lighter once outside.
When employees said they did not have a lighter, Douglas allegedly re-entered the store, threatening to steal one. Once back inside the store, he allegedly continued knocking over more items and throwing more items, including a glass bottle, at employees. Complete article
Police: Woman takes horse and buggy from Mich. Walmart parking lot, abandons on roadside 01/22/2024
STURGIS, Mich. — An Amish horse and buggy was stolen from a grocery store parking lot while the owners shopped inside, Sturgis Police say.
It happened Saturday around 5:30 p.m. at the Walmart on Centerville Road. The victims walked outside the store and saw their horse and buggy was gone.
A witness spotted a woman steal the buggy and described her to police. Officers apparently had contact with her earlier that day at the same Walmart. Complete article
STURGIS, Mich. — An Amish horse and buggy was stolen from a grocery store parking lot while the owners shopped inside, Sturgis Police say.
It happened Saturday around 5:30 p.m. at the Walmart on Centerville Road. The victims walked outside the store and saw their horse and buggy was gone.
A witness spotted a woman steal the buggy and described her to police. Officers apparently had contact with her earlier that day at the same Walmart. Complete article
UNSTOPPABLE I refuse to show my receipt after Walmart self-checkout – three-word question means you can just walk out if stopped 01/21/2024
A WALMART shopper has refused to abide by the retailer's controversial receipt checks using a three-word question that could help most walk out if stopped.
The fuming customer took to social media to share a recording they took of an employee asking to look over their receipt at the door. ....
"What probable cause?" he questioned.
"What probable cause do you have to see my receipt?"
The employee re-emphasized that he needed to check the receipts of everyone but didn't answer the probable cause inquiry. Complete article
A WALMART shopper has refused to abide by the retailer's controversial receipt checks using a three-word question that could help most walk out if stopped.
The fuming customer took to social media to share a recording they took of an employee asking to look over their receipt at the door. ....
"What probable cause?" he questioned.
"What probable cause do you have to see my receipt?"
The employee re-emphasized that he needed to check the receipts of everyone but didn't answer the probable cause inquiry. Complete article
Opioid Crisis: Walmart wins a round in insurance claim battle 01/22/2024
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart Inc. won an early legal victory last month in its fight with insurance carriers that refused to cover Walmart’s legal costs and billions of dollars in settlements the retailer made in lawsuits over its sales of opioid drugs.
Benton County Circuit Court Judge John R. Scott ruled on Dec. 29 that American International Group Inc. entities have a duty to defend the Bentonville retailing giant against suits brought by governments over the opioid crisis. The AIG entities that insured Walmart are American Home Assurance Co. and National Union Fire Insurance Co. of Pittsburgh, Pa.
Walmart has sued the insurers to recover the money it paid for attorneys and other defense costs in the lawsuits. It also is seeking coverage for the billions in settlements it paid. Complete article
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart Inc. won an early legal victory last month in its fight with insurance carriers that refused to cover Walmart’s legal costs and billions of dollars in settlements the retailer made in lawsuits over its sales of opioid drugs.
Benton County Circuit Court Judge John R. Scott ruled on Dec. 29 that American International Group Inc. entities have a duty to defend the Bentonville retailing giant against suits brought by governments over the opioid crisis. The AIG entities that insured Walmart are American Home Assurance Co. and National Union Fire Insurance Co. of Pittsburgh, Pa.
Walmart has sued the insurers to recover the money it paid for attorneys and other defense costs in the lawsuits. It also is seeking coverage for the billions in settlements it paid. Complete article
Man arrested for stealing $1.7K in merchandise from Maricopa Ariz. Walmart 01/18/2024
Purses Stolen At Walmart, BJ's Within Minutes In Wallingford Conn.: Police 01/19/2024
‘We all got through it’: Reflecting on west side Evansville Ind. Walmart Shooting 1 year later 01/19/2024
Warrants issued for 2 men accused of robbing Walmart employee with autism in Plymouth Mass. 01/19/2024
Man arrested for stealing register at Walmart, sheriff’s office says 01/21/2024
Man accused of torching NM Walmart, last Sept., causing $42 million in damages, facing federal charges 01/20/2024
Police: Man steals over $4,000 worth of jewelry from Colonial Heights Va. Walmart 01/22/2024
Rome Woman Jailed for Walmart Theft 01/22/2024
5 people arrested in connection to theft at Walmart in American Canyon Ca. 01/21/2024
Man arrested for smashing TVs at Walmart in Rio Grande City Tx. 01/23/2024
A man was arrested Monday morning for going on a smashing spree inside a Walmart in Rio Grande City.
RGC police said Ezequiel Mendoza smashed 19 televisions with a baseball bat; the bat was also store property.
Police said Mendoza caused between $7,000 to $8,000 in damages. They said they have yet to find out what caused this attack. Complete article
A man was arrested Monday morning for going on a smashing spree inside a Walmart in Rio Grande City.
RGC police said Ezequiel Mendoza smashed 19 televisions with a baseball bat; the bat was also store property.
Police said Mendoza caused between $7,000 to $8,000 in damages. They said they have yet to find out what caused this attack. Complete article
County board chair charged with retail fraud after Mich. Walmart self-checkout incident 01/22/2024
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MI -- The chair of the Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners is facing a misdemeanor charge of retail fraud after she used a Walmart self-checkout lane to buy items and one item was allegedly not scanned.
Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners Chair Tami Rey, 37, said she did not steal anything, when reached by phone Monday, Jan. 22. She said her attorney advised her not to say much about the case, but referred to a written statement she posted on social media. Complete article
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MI -- The chair of the Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners is facing a misdemeanor charge of retail fraud after she used a Walmart self-checkout lane to buy items and one item was allegedly not scanned.
Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners Chair Tami Rey, 37, said she did not steal anything, when reached by phone Monday, Jan. 22. She said her attorney advised her not to say much about the case, but referred to a written statement she posted on social media. Complete article
Police: Drunk driver crashes at Ind. Walmart 01/23/2024
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - A driver is accused of causing a crash while more than three times the legal alcohol limit.
Police say it happened Monday night at the east side Walmart.
They say two cars crashed, and 31-year-old Maurisa Raven was the driver of one of them. Complete article
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - A driver is accused of causing a crash while more than three times the legal alcohol limit.
Police say it happened Monday night at the east side Walmart.
They say two cars crashed, and 31-year-old Maurisa Raven was the driver of one of them. Complete article
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS ‘I’m so sick of seeing this argument,’ Walmart manager says and confirms truth about shoppers stopping for receipt check 01/23/2024
AN INFLUENCER has set the record straight on Walmart's receipt checking policy after getting fed up with seeing misinformation online.
Walmart and several big-ticket retailers have instituted receipt-checking policies in recent years as a part of their extended theft prevention strategies.
An influencer has given a straightforward response to Walmart shoppers who are unsure of whether employees have the right to stop them for a receipt check.
Misty Rain (@misty.rainofficial) shared a TikTok video clarifying that Walmart policy directs employees not to force customers to have a receipt check under any circumstances.
But many shoppers have taken to social media to complain about the policy and claim that it infringes on their personal right to privacy and can make them feel like they are being treated like criminals.
Although laws applying to receipt checking vary in every state, several legal experts have also shared their various professional opinions on whether staff at stores like Walmart have the right to stop customers to ask for a receipt. Complete article
AN INFLUENCER has set the record straight on Walmart's receipt checking policy after getting fed up with seeing misinformation online.
Walmart and several big-ticket retailers have instituted receipt-checking policies in recent years as a part of their extended theft prevention strategies.
An influencer has given a straightforward response to Walmart shoppers who are unsure of whether employees have the right to stop them for a receipt check.
Misty Rain (@misty.rainofficial) shared a TikTok video clarifying that Walmart policy directs employees not to force customers to have a receipt check under any circumstances.
But many shoppers have taken to social media to complain about the policy and claim that it infringes on their personal right to privacy and can make them feel like they are being treated like criminals.
Although laws applying to receipt checking vary in every state, several legal experts have also shared their various professional opinions on whether staff at stores like Walmart have the right to stop customers to ask for a receipt. Complete article
‘I just needed some body wash’: Black man calls out Walmart worker for following him around store 01/22/2024
In a viral video, a Black TikToker filmed a white Walmart worker allegedly following him and his child around the store as they tried to shop.
Devon Barzey (@poodabarzey) posted the incident to his account two days ago, where it received 1.1 million views as of Monday.
The video starts with Devon pointing the camera over his shoulder towards two men standing behind him as they all go down an escalator.
“Look at this clown right here following me,” Devon says. In the caption, the shopper adds, “My child had to witness being followed.”
“I’m leaving, why are you still following me?” Devon asks at one point, to which one of the men says something intelligible. It seems, from their conversation, that the men are two “undercover” Walmart employees who are following Devon because they allegedly believe he’s stealing.
“I’m just getting this and I’m out. I don’t need all y’all to surround me,” Devon says. Complete article
In a viral video, a Black TikToker filmed a white Walmart worker allegedly following him and his child around the store as they tried to shop.
Devon Barzey (@poodabarzey) posted the incident to his account two days ago, where it received 1.1 million views as of Monday.
The video starts with Devon pointing the camera over his shoulder towards two men standing behind him as they all go down an escalator.
“Look at this clown right here following me,” Devon says. In the caption, the shopper adds, “My child had to witness being followed.”
“I’m leaving, why are you still following me?” Devon asks at one point, to which one of the men says something intelligible. It seems, from their conversation, that the men are two “undercover” Walmart employees who are following Devon because they allegedly believe he’s stealing.
“I’m just getting this and I’m out. I don’t need all y’all to surround me,” Devon says. Complete article
Danny Duncan kicked out of Walmart alongside viral ex-employee Gail Lewis 01/22/2024
Danny Duncan’s latest video has seen him team up with TikTok star Gail Lewis, only for both to be kicked out of Walmart.
Controversial YouTuber and vlogger Danny Duncan has teamed up with viral TikTok star Gail Lewis in a bizarre collaboration that saw the two take a trip to Walmart.
Lewis rose to stardom by famously quitting her job at the American multinational retail corporation after having spent 10 years with the company.
Now, she has returned to where it all began, only this time, Lewis brought company.
After a hospital visit ended with him in a wheelchair, Duncan declared he needed a “strong female presence” to help with his recovery — Lewis. The two then headed to Walmart to see what mischief could be made.
Purchasing some new fits and finding the electronics department, Lewis “hacked” the PA system to make an announcement. In a tribute to her first viral video, Lewis said, “Attention Walmart, this is Gail Lewis, Morris, Illinois 8-4-4, signing out, good night.” Complete article
Danny Duncan’s latest video has seen him team up with TikTok star Gail Lewis, only for both to be kicked out of Walmart.
Controversial YouTuber and vlogger Danny Duncan has teamed up with viral TikTok star Gail Lewis in a bizarre collaboration that saw the two take a trip to Walmart.
Lewis rose to stardom by famously quitting her job at the American multinational retail corporation after having spent 10 years with the company.
Now, she has returned to where it all began, only this time, Lewis brought company.
After a hospital visit ended with him in a wheelchair, Duncan declared he needed a “strong female presence” to help with his recovery — Lewis. The two then headed to Walmart to see what mischief could be made.
Purchasing some new fits and finding the electronics department, Lewis “hacked” the PA system to make an announcement. In a tribute to her first viral video, Lewis said, “Attention Walmart, this is Gail Lewis, Morris, Illinois 8-4-4, signing out, good night.” Complete article
Walmart decides to shut down a key part of its business 01/23/2024
Walmart paid $3.3 billion in 2016 to buy Jet.com, a fledgling digital retailer that had spent a lot of money, but not generated much in the way of sales.
It was a curious move at the time, and many Walmart executives were against the move, but CEO Doug McMillon understood how far his chain had fallen behind Amazon. The purchase was not about owning and operating Jet.com as Walmart shut the company down about three years later.
Instead, you could argue that Walmart (WMT) paid all that money in order to hire serial entrepreneur Marc Lore. The genius behind Diapers.com, which Amazon purchased from him, Lore understood the digital future in a way that Walmart executives simply did not.
McMillon acknowledged that the acquisition would be leveraged to speed up Walmart's digital evolution.
“We’re looking for ways to lower prices, broaden our assortment and offer the simplest, easiest shopping experience because that’s what our customers want,” he said. “We believe the acquisition of Jet accelerates our progress across these priorities. Complete article
Walmart paid $3.3 billion in 2016 to buy Jet.com, a fledgling digital retailer that had spent a lot of money, but not generated much in the way of sales.
It was a curious move at the time, and many Walmart executives were against the move, but CEO Doug McMillon understood how far his chain had fallen behind Amazon. The purchase was not about owning and operating Jet.com as Walmart shut the company down about three years later.
Instead, you could argue that Walmart (WMT) paid all that money in order to hire serial entrepreneur Marc Lore. The genius behind Diapers.com, which Amazon purchased from him, Lore understood the digital future in a way that Walmart executives simply did not.
McMillon acknowledged that the acquisition would be leveraged to speed up Walmart's digital evolution.
“We’re looking for ways to lower prices, broaden our assortment and offer the simplest, easiest shopping experience because that’s what our customers want,” he said. “We believe the acquisition of Jet accelerates our progress across these priorities. Complete article
Truck driver arrested for DUI after Walmart manager called police in Bedford County Pa. 01/22/2024
Porsche Parks In Police Spot At Delray Beach Fla. Walmart 01/22/2024 It’s Boca Rudeton For Monday. It’s Also An Incredibly Daring Porsche Parker.
'Working my tail-end off just to get by’: This Walmart worker blasted older Americans for calling young folks lazy — blames them for 'creating' the inflation crisis, ruining the economy 01/22/2024
Scene cleared after Swansboro NC Walmart evacuated, shelter-in-place order issued for gas leak 01/21/2024
Dalton Ga. Police looking for Walmart shoplifters 01/22/2024
Walmart parking lot shooting in Garner NC leaves one dead, one in custody 01/23/2024
Garner police are investigating a shooting Tuesday afternoon that has left one person dead and another in custody.
According to police, an altercation occurred after 6 p.m. in the parking lot of the Walmart located at 4500 Fayetteville Road. The altercation led to the shooting that took place near handicapped parking spaces.
"It's pretty strange. when I was walking around the store was completely empty coming out and seeing all the cops, seeing all the tape," one Walmart employee said.
A Walmart employee, who prefers to remain anonymous, was two hours away from finishing his shift when gunfire erupted in the parking lot.
"It’s concerning and makes me feel unsafe," Walmart employee said. Complete article
No charges filed in deadly shooting at Walmart in Garner 01/24/2024
Police ID man killed in Walmart shooting in Garner 01/24/2024
No charges to be filed in deadly Garner Walmart shooting, according to police 01/26/2024 The family of Colton Valdez said he got into an argument with someone who was yelling at his mother over a parking spot.
"Garner cops say the reason they're gonna be able to say self-defense is faulty camerawork, the cameras at the front door here they say were so foggy they couldn't make anything out - but they had clips of different parts of the parking lot to where things could be seen," said Colton's mother Kathy Valdez.
Garner police are investigating a shooting Tuesday afternoon that has left one person dead and another in custody.
According to police, an altercation occurred after 6 p.m. in the parking lot of the Walmart located at 4500 Fayetteville Road. The altercation led to the shooting that took place near handicapped parking spaces.
"It's pretty strange. when I was walking around the store was completely empty coming out and seeing all the cops, seeing all the tape," one Walmart employee said.
A Walmart employee, who prefers to remain anonymous, was two hours away from finishing his shift when gunfire erupted in the parking lot.
"It’s concerning and makes me feel unsafe," Walmart employee said. Complete article
No charges filed in deadly shooting at Walmart in Garner 01/24/2024
Police ID man killed in Walmart shooting in Garner 01/24/2024
No charges to be filed in deadly Garner Walmart shooting, according to police 01/26/2024 The family of Colton Valdez said he got into an argument with someone who was yelling at his mother over a parking spot.
"Garner cops say the reason they're gonna be able to say self-defense is faulty camerawork, the cameras at the front door here they say were so foggy they couldn't make anything out - but they had clips of different parts of the parking lot to where things could be seen," said Colton's mother Kathy Valdez.
Walmart employee robbed at gunpoint in Fenton Missouri 01/24/2024
FENTON, Mo. – Authorities are searching for a suspect after an armed robbery Wednesday morning at a Walmart store in Fenton.
The robbery happened just before 9 a.m. at the Walmart at 653 Gravois Bluffs Blvd.
Investigators say the suspect robbed a clerk at the service desk after briefly holding the clerk at gunpoint. The suspect took off with several undisclosed items. Complete article
FENTON, Mo. – Authorities are searching for a suspect after an armed robbery Wednesday morning at a Walmart store in Fenton.
The robbery happened just before 9 a.m. at the Walmart at 653 Gravois Bluffs Blvd.
Investigators say the suspect robbed a clerk at the service desk after briefly holding the clerk at gunpoint. The suspect took off with several undisclosed items. Complete article
Watch: Suspected shoplifter hides loaded gun on shelf at Philadelphia Pa. Walmart 01/24/2024
PHILADELPHIA - Authorities in Philadelphia are trying to identify a suspected shoplifter who they say hid a loaded gun on a Walmart store shelf and fled the store.
Video from inside the Walmart Supercenter on Wheatsheaf Lane shows the unknown man trying on boots in the shoe department Monday morning.
Authorities say the man, who is dressed in dark clothes, was observed shoplifting while inside the store around 6:30 a.m. Complete article
PHILADELPHIA - Authorities in Philadelphia are trying to identify a suspected shoplifter who they say hid a loaded gun on a Walmart store shelf and fled the store.
Video from inside the Walmart Supercenter on Wheatsheaf Lane shows the unknown man trying on boots in the shoe department Monday morning.
Authorities say the man, who is dressed in dark clothes, was observed shoplifting while inside the store around 6:30 a.m. Complete article
Adams County Colorado deputy back to regular duty after punching woman at Walmart 01/24/2024
THORNTON, Colo. — An Adams County deputy is back to his regular job after punching a woman at a Thornton Walmart.
Deputy Ezekiel Spotts had been on restricted duty while investigations played out.
According to a heavily redacted internal affairs investigation obtained by 9NEWS, the sheriff's office disciplined Spotts for violating their "Professional Conduct" policy. However, the sheriff's office refused to say how Spotts was disciplined.
"I don’t think he should be in law enforcement. He has anger issues," Linda Hurley told 9NEWS.
In July, Spotts got into an altercation with Hurley and her daughter. When police responded, body camera video shows, he informed them he worked for the Adams County Sheriff's Office. Complete article
THORNTON, Colo. — An Adams County deputy is back to his regular job after punching a woman at a Thornton Walmart.
Deputy Ezekiel Spotts had been on restricted duty while investigations played out.
According to a heavily redacted internal affairs investigation obtained by 9NEWS, the sheriff's office disciplined Spotts for violating their "Professional Conduct" policy. However, the sheriff's office refused to say how Spotts was disciplined.
"I don’t think he should be in law enforcement. He has anger issues," Linda Hurley told 9NEWS.
In July, Spotts got into an altercation with Hurley and her daughter. When police responded, body camera video shows, he informed them he worked for the Adams County Sheriff's Office. Complete article
WAL OVER Walmart ‘closes all self checkout’ at location and staff blame ‘too much theft’ after picture show empty aisles 01/24/2024
A WALMART customer has claimed that his local store has closed all self-checkouts unless absolutely necessary due to theft levels.
Major retailers including Walmart are struggling to tackle theft with many even locking up items or closing stores as a result. It seems that the issue has seen one Walmart store shut down its self-checkout kiosks unless lines as cashier registers get out of hand.
"Local @Walmart closed all self checkout lanes," Jim Rutberg from Colorado Springs posted on X, formerly Twitter.
The post was accompanied by two pictures of entirely empty self-checkouts with up to 17 registers shut down, signified by the red lights above them.
Rutberg claimed that a joke he made to the cashier made them reveal the reason behind the closure. .....
A recent study by Grabango has revealed that loss rates at self-checkouts are 16 times higher than at cashier registers. Complete article
A WALMART customer has claimed that his local store has closed all self-checkouts unless absolutely necessary due to theft levels.
Major retailers including Walmart are struggling to tackle theft with many even locking up items or closing stores as a result. It seems that the issue has seen one Walmart store shut down its self-checkout kiosks unless lines as cashier registers get out of hand.
"Local @Walmart closed all self checkout lanes," Jim Rutberg from Colorado Springs posted on X, formerly Twitter.
The post was accompanied by two pictures of entirely empty self-checkouts with up to 17 registers shut down, signified by the red lights above them.
Rutberg claimed that a joke he made to the cashier made them reveal the reason behind the closure. .....
A recent study by Grabango has revealed that loss rates at self-checkouts are 16 times higher than at cashier registers. Complete article
Walmart lays off 62 people in Seattle Wash. area as part of innovation unit shutdown 01/23/2024
Walmart is laying off 62 corporate workers in Washington state as part of the closure of Store No8, its innovation-related business unit.
A new filing with the Washington state Employment Security Department posted Monday shows 62 workers being laid off Feb. 9 due to an office closure in Redmond, Wash.
A Walmart spokesperson confirmed that the layoffs are related to the shutdown of Store No8.
“Store No8 was established as a standalone model seven years ago and we’ve since graduated talent and capabilities that are now fully embedded across the broader company,” a spokesperson said in a statement to GeekWire. “Therefore, the standalone model we established with Store No8 is no longer necessary.”
Walmart will maintain a tech office in Bellevue, Wash., where a majority of its Washington-based tech workers are based. The company has more than 20 open jobs for Bellevue-based roles. Complete article
Walmart is laying off 62 corporate workers in Washington state as part of the closure of Store No8, its innovation-related business unit.
A new filing with the Washington state Employment Security Department posted Monday shows 62 workers being laid off Feb. 9 due to an office closure in Redmond, Wash.
A Walmart spokesperson confirmed that the layoffs are related to the shutdown of Store No8.
“Store No8 was established as a standalone model seven years ago and we’ve since graduated talent and capabilities that are now fully embedded across the broader company,” a spokesperson said in a statement to GeekWire. “Therefore, the standalone model we established with Store No8 is no longer necessary.”
Walmart will maintain a tech office in Bellevue, Wash., where a majority of its Washington-based tech workers are based. The company has more than 20 open jobs for Bellevue-based roles. Complete article
Men caught on camera stealing $1.5K in merchandise from Georgia Walmart 01/23/2024
Temple Tx. Police seek identity of Walmart theft suspect 01/23/2024
East Greenbush NY Walmart evacuated after fire alarm went off 01/23/2024
Police looking for Pa. Walmart thief 01/23/2024
Cuba NY woman charged with theft from NY Walmart 01/22/2024
Ill. Walmart Again Scene of Alleged Retail Theft Calls 01/24/2024
One injured after domestic disturbance leads to shooting in Tenn. Walmart parking lot 01/24/2024
An apparent domestic disturbance at Walmart turned into a shooting incident Wednesday.
City of Athens Police Department officers responded to the hospital in reference to a shooting incident Wednesday morning.
Officers made contact with nurses and were told they had a female patient with an apparent gunshot wound to her lower extremities.
Upon arrival, officers made contact with a male subject who reportedly stated he was with the female when the shooting occurred. The APD Patrol Division turned the scene over to detectives with the special services division and the case is active and still under investigation. Complete article
An apparent domestic disturbance at Walmart turned into a shooting incident Wednesday.
City of Athens Police Department officers responded to the hospital in reference to a shooting incident Wednesday morning.
Officers made contact with nurses and were told they had a female patient with an apparent gunshot wound to her lower extremities.
Upon arrival, officers made contact with a male subject who reportedly stated he was with the female when the shooting occurred. The APD Patrol Division turned the scene over to detectives with the special services division and the case is active and still under investigation. Complete article
Man arrested after ‘burning things and painting things’ in SC Walmart, police say 01/25/2024
UNION, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Union Police Department said a man was arrested on Wednesday after they received a call about a disturbance at Walmart.
Officers were dispatched to the store on N. Duncan Bypass where they found 46-year-old Timothy Atchley in the paint department.
The incident report says Atchley was creating a disturbance “by burning things and painting things.” He reportedly painted a metal bar, held a lighter flame up to it, and was “punching at things.” Complete article
UNION, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Union Police Department said a man was arrested on Wednesday after they received a call about a disturbance at Walmart.
Officers were dispatched to the store on N. Duncan Bypass where they found 46-year-old Timothy Atchley in the paint department.
The incident report says Atchley was creating a disturbance “by burning things and painting things.” He reportedly painted a metal bar, held a lighter flame up to it, and was “punching at things.” Complete article
Explosion frightens drivers near NC Walmart 01/24/2024
Sylva police and fire personnel responded to an explosion near Walmart at about 2 p.m. last Friday. The small explosion occurred in a truck belonging to Air-Man Heating and Air.
Sylva Police Officer Abby Swayney arrived on the scene in less than two minutes and extinguished a small vehicle fire, according to the SPD. There were no damages other than to this vehicle and there was no traffic crash involved. Traffic was blocked for a brief period of time. Complete article
Sylva police and fire personnel responded to an explosion near Walmart at about 2 p.m. last Friday. The small explosion occurred in a truck belonging to Air-Man Heating and Air.
Sylva Police Officer Abby Swayney arrived on the scene in less than two minutes and extinguished a small vehicle fire, according to the SPD. There were no damages other than to this vehicle and there was no traffic crash involved. Traffic was blocked for a brief period of time. Complete article
'Dirtbag' ex-con didn't shoplift from Fla. Walmart, arrested for taking whole cash register 01/24/2024
OCOEE, Fla. (TND) — The man who stole a cash register from a Walmart is back behind bars, authorities say.
Last month, the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office in Florida posted a picture of the brazen thief in a red long-sleeve t-shirt, holding the register, just before he ran out of the store.
The crook reportedly shoved an employee out of the way, but witnesses saw him in the parking lot escaping in a gray Hyundai SUV, which detectives determined was a rental.
Then, through facial recognition, they were able to identify “the likely suspect” as John Michael Wakefield. Complete article
OCOEE, Fla. (TND) — The man who stole a cash register from a Walmart is back behind bars, authorities say.
Last month, the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office in Florida posted a picture of the brazen thief in a red long-sleeve t-shirt, holding the register, just before he ran out of the store.
The crook reportedly shoved an employee out of the way, but witnesses saw him in the parking lot escaping in a gray Hyundai SUV, which detectives determined was a rental.
Then, through facial recognition, they were able to identify “the likely suspect” as John Michael Wakefield. Complete article
Several metro Atlanta Ga. women file lawsuit against Walmart, former employee after being filmed using restroom 01/24/2024
DECATUR, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Several women have filed a lawsuit against Walmart and one of its former employees at a DeKalb County store after he was arrested in connection to several incidents of them being recorded while using the restroom.
Lester Jolly was arrested in June 2023 in connection to the incidents that happened inside a Walmart on Memorial Drive in Decatur.
Five women — including four current and former Walmart employees and a customer — filed the lawsuit in DeKalb County State Court. Complete article
DECATUR, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Several women have filed a lawsuit against Walmart and one of its former employees at a DeKalb County store after he was arrested in connection to several incidents of them being recorded while using the restroom.
Lester Jolly was arrested in June 2023 in connection to the incidents that happened inside a Walmart on Memorial Drive in Decatur.
Five women — including four current and former Walmart employees and a customer — filed the lawsuit in DeKalb County State Court. Complete article
Mississippi Walmart Employee Who Confronted Mother Over Her Shivering Child Says She’s Been Fired for Posting the Video 01/25/2024
Felicia Nicole claims a mother brought her child into the store in only a diaper, even as temperatures dipped into the 20s.
Aformer Walmart employee claims she was fired because she published her confrontation with a mother who had allegedly deprived her child of any clothing besides a diaper in sub-freezing weather last week.
In the TikTok video, a young boy appears to be shivering and chattering his teeth while inside a shopping cart as several concerned shoppers ask his mother why she brought him to the store without winter clothing.
The incident allegedly took place at a Walmart Supercenter in Byram, a suburb of Jackson, Mississippi, according to the employee's Facebook page. Complete article
Miss. mom arrested after toddler found in Walmart wearing only diaper amid 20 degree weather 01/26/2024
Family of woman arrested after taking baby only wearing diaper to Walmart in freezing temperatures speaks out 01/27/2024
Felicia Nicole claims a mother brought her child into the store in only a diaper, even as temperatures dipped into the 20s.
Aformer Walmart employee claims she was fired because she published her confrontation with a mother who had allegedly deprived her child of any clothing besides a diaper in sub-freezing weather last week.
In the TikTok video, a young boy appears to be shivering and chattering his teeth while inside a shopping cart as several concerned shoppers ask his mother why she brought him to the store without winter clothing.
The incident allegedly took place at a Walmart Supercenter in Byram, a suburb of Jackson, Mississippi, according to the employee's Facebook page. Complete article
Miss. mom arrested after toddler found in Walmart wearing only diaper amid 20 degree weather 01/26/2024
Family of woman arrested after taking baby only wearing diaper to Walmart in freezing temperatures speaks out 01/27/2024
Woman Apprehended in Connection to Stolen Vehicle Incident at NM Walmart 01/24/2024
San Leandro Ca. Walmart workers accused of embezzlement 01/22/2024
Police look for man accused of exposing himself inside Walmart in Southington Conn. 01/24/2024
ACCPD Blotter: Man steals $400 worth of merchandise from Athens Ga. Walmart and more 01/25/2024
Have People Stopped Hitting the Auburn, Maine, Walmart Pole? 01/25/2024
Manitowoc Man Arrested After Stealing From Wisc. Walmart 01/25/2024
Police: Man found shot to death in Rohnert Park Ca. shopping center parking lot 01/26/2024
A man was fatally shot in a Rohnert Park shopping center parking lot Thursday night, officials said.
Around 6:30 p.m., the Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety received a 911 call from someone who was passing by the parking lot of Mountain Shadows Plaza on Golf Course Drive, police said Friday in a news release.
The plaza contains Walmart Neighborhood Market, as well as Rohnert Park Fire Station 2, along with other small businesses.
The passerby told police they heard a loud sound consistent with a gun shot and then saw an adult male lying on the ground.
Within a minute of the call, police and fire personnel found a man lying on the ground with a single gunshot wound to his chest.
First responders performed life-saving efforts, but he was pronounced dead. Complete article
A man was fatally shot in a Rohnert Park shopping center parking lot Thursday night, officials said.
Around 6:30 p.m., the Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety received a 911 call from someone who was passing by the parking lot of Mountain Shadows Plaza on Golf Course Drive, police said Friday in a news release.
The plaza contains Walmart Neighborhood Market, as well as Rohnert Park Fire Station 2, along with other small businesses.
The passerby told police they heard a loud sound consistent with a gun shot and then saw an adult male lying on the ground.
Within a minute of the call, police and fire personnel found a man lying on the ground with a single gunshot wound to his chest.
First responders performed life-saving efforts, but he was pronounced dead. Complete article
Armed robbery at Walmart turns into high speed chase, Ga. police say 01/25/2024
ROME, Ga. — An armed robbery at a Georgia Walmart on Wednesday afternoon turned into a police chase, according to officers.
Rome police said officers were dispatched to an armed robbery at a Truist Bank inside a Walmart on Redmond Circle.
The man allegedly demanded money and made threats to employees and then left in a silver Dodge Charger. Officers saw the driver at a nearby red light and police attempted to pull him over. The suspect then sped away from officers.
Officers then called Georgia State Patrol in to assist with the chase. Eventually, officers performed a P.I.T. maneuver, stopping the suspect’s car. Complete article
ROME, Ga. — An armed robbery at a Georgia Walmart on Wednesday afternoon turned into a police chase, according to officers.
Rome police said officers were dispatched to an armed robbery at a Truist Bank inside a Walmart on Redmond Circle.
The man allegedly demanded money and made threats to employees and then left in a silver Dodge Charger. Officers saw the driver at a nearby red light and police attempted to pull him over. The suspect then sped away from officers.
Officers then called Georgia State Patrol in to assist with the chase. Eventually, officers performed a P.I.T. maneuver, stopping the suspect’s car. Complete article
'Fugitive of the Week' robbed, assaulted ex-girlfriend in Tx. Walmart, police say 01/25/2024
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — The Amarillo Crime Stoppers "Fugitive of the Week" is accused of robbing his ex-girlfriend in Walmart.
Joshua Ray Martinez is wanted robbery and domestic violence charges.
Martinez met his ex-girlfriend at Walmart to get his social security card. When she arrived, he asked if she could buy him some food.
According to court records, he demanded her phone and debit card.
When she refused, police said Martinez slapped and punched her, then put his finger on her throat to prevent her from breathing. Complete article
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — The Amarillo Crime Stoppers "Fugitive of the Week" is accused of robbing his ex-girlfriend in Walmart.
Joshua Ray Martinez is wanted robbery and domestic violence charges.
Martinez met his ex-girlfriend at Walmart to get his social security card. When she arrived, he asked if she could buy him some food.
According to court records, he demanded her phone and debit card.
When she refused, police said Martinez slapped and punched her, then put his finger on her throat to prevent her from breathing. Complete article
Medical emergency leads to driver crashing into Walmart store in Newton Kansas 01/26/2024 Dies at Hospital
NEWTON, Kan. (KWCH) - Update: Newton police said it appears to have been a medical emergency that caused a vehicle to drive into the Newton Walmart Friday morning.
The vehicle made its way halfway into the building, near the Vision Center, before stopping. Police said the driver was pinned inside.
Police described the driver as an older woman. She was taken to the hospital in very critical condition. Police said she was the only person hurt in the crash. Complete article
Walmart evacuated after driver crashes car into front of store, dies 01/26/2024
NEWTON, Kan. (KWCH) - Update: Newton police said it appears to have been a medical emergency that caused a vehicle to drive into the Newton Walmart Friday morning.
The vehicle made its way halfway into the building, near the Vision Center, before stopping. Police said the driver was pinned inside.
Police described the driver as an older woman. She was taken to the hospital in very critical condition. Police said she was the only person hurt in the crash. Complete article
Walmart evacuated after driver crashes car into front of store, dies 01/26/2024
Police called when Civil War pistol reproduction found in trash can at Gettysburg Pa. Walmart 01/26/2024
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating after a reproduction Civil War era firearm was found in a trash can at a Walmart near Gettysburg, according to a news release by the department.
According to state police, officers were called to the Walmart in the 1200 block of York Road in Straban Township around 5:14 p.m. on Tuesday for a found firearm.
Police say that while changing trash bags in the parking lot of the store, an employee found a Pietta 1851 Confederate Navy Revolver in a trash can.
The Walmart is located less than a mile outside of Gettysburg borough, near the historic Gettysburg National Military Park. Complete article
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating after a reproduction Civil War era firearm was found in a trash can at a Walmart near Gettysburg, according to a news release by the department.
According to state police, officers were called to the Walmart in the 1200 block of York Road in Straban Township around 5:14 p.m. on Tuesday for a found firearm.
Police say that while changing trash bags in the parking lot of the store, an employee found a Pietta 1851 Confederate Navy Revolver in a trash can.
The Walmart is located less than a mile outside of Gettysburg borough, near the historic Gettysburg National Military Park. Complete article
CHECKING OUT ‘You need probable cause,’ says Walmart shopper vowing to not show their receipt until chain makes major policy change 01/26/2024
A WALMART shopper has vowed to not comply with receipt checks at the store until some serious changes are made.
The customer said they recently saw a line build up for shoppers to have their receipts checked, after they had purchased their items.
They made the comments on X, formerly known as Twitter, in response to another shopper who said they were fed up with having to show their receipt.
"I walked by because there’s a line and not waiting in a line after spending my $$ and paying," the Walmart customer wrote.
"Show me probable cause and you better have it on camera."
The user noted that they will never let the retailer check their receipt again until the store finds probable cause to do so. Complete article
A WALMART shopper has vowed to not comply with receipt checks at the store until some serious changes are made.
The customer said they recently saw a line build up for shoppers to have their receipts checked, after they had purchased their items.
They made the comments on X, formerly known as Twitter, in response to another shopper who said they were fed up with having to show their receipt.
"I walked by because there’s a line and not waiting in a line after spending my $$ and paying," the Walmart customer wrote.
"Show me probable cause and you better have it on camera."
The user noted that they will never let the retailer check their receipt again until the store finds probable cause to do so. Complete article
DAIRY UNFAIR ‘Look on his face,’ slams Walmart shopper after being searched at door over gallon of milk – he literally had receipts’ 01/25/2024
Customers have expressed issues with rude and impatient receipt checkers.
AN ANGRY Walmart shopper has shared their frustration over a recent experience with a receipt checker.
The customer was buying groceries when they were stopped by a receipt checker to have their bags looked at.
"This mf really stopped me at Walmart and checked all of my bags and receipt," the user posted to X, formerly known as Twitter.
"Then tried to tell me I didn’t pay for my milk.
"The look on his face when I pointed out all 4 gallons on that receipt." Complete article
Customers have expressed issues with rude and impatient receipt checkers.
AN ANGRY Walmart shopper has shared their frustration over a recent experience with a receipt checker.
The customer was buying groceries when they were stopped by a receipt checker to have their bags looked at.
"This mf really stopped me at Walmart and checked all of my bags and receipt," the user posted to X, formerly known as Twitter.
"Then tried to tell me I didn’t pay for my milk.
"The look on his face when I pointed out all 4 gallons on that receipt." Complete article
GOING IN-LANE ‘Open some damn lanes up,’ Walmart shopper rages over self-checkout flaw and calls on popular chain to copy Target 01/26/2024
A SHOPPER has blasted Walmart for one of its controversial in-store policies and suggested an alternative route the retailer could take.
The customer suggested the store could implement a similar self-checkout policy to some Target stores.
The shopper took to X, formerly Twitter, to complain about self-checkouts and buying goods at Walmart.
“@Walmart self checkout should be 15 items of less,” the customer said in the post.
They also suggested another solution that Walmart should adopt.
“Open some damn lanes up,” they added. Complete article
A SHOPPER has blasted Walmart for one of its controversial in-store policies and suggested an alternative route the retailer could take.
The customer suggested the store could implement a similar self-checkout policy to some Target stores.
The shopper took to X, formerly Twitter, to complain about self-checkouts and buying goods at Walmart.
“@Walmart self checkout should be 15 items of less,” the customer said in the post.
They also suggested another solution that Walmart should adopt.
“Open some damn lanes up,” they added. Complete article
Complaint filed: Eureka Walmart accused of union busting 01/25/2024
The Eureka Walmart behind the Bayshore Mall was accused by an employee of union busting last July, sparking scrutiny from the National Labor Relations Board, which filed a complaint on Wednesday against the company.
The complaint accused management of threatening workers over placing union flyers in the breakroom, tearing up the flyers in front of the employees, demanding information about possible unionization efforts and formally barring distribution of union literature. Discussing forming a union and promoting those efforts via written material or conversation are legally protected workplace activities.
“The complaint alleges that Walmart interrogated its employees about their union activities in the breakroom, threatened its employees if they continued to place pro-union flyers in the employee breakroom, maintained a Solicitation and Distribution of Literature Policy, and selectively and disparately removed the pro-union flyers from the breakroom table and tore them up in the presence of employees,” Kayla Baldo, director and press secretary for the NLRB, said via email. “The Regional Director is seeking all appropriate remedies.”
The NLRB and Walmart — the nation’s largest private employer — will discuss a possible settlement, but they scheduled a hearing on May 14 before an administrative law judge, where the parties will present their case. Complete article
The Eureka Walmart behind the Bayshore Mall was accused by an employee of union busting last July, sparking scrutiny from the National Labor Relations Board, which filed a complaint on Wednesday against the company.
The complaint accused management of threatening workers over placing union flyers in the breakroom, tearing up the flyers in front of the employees, demanding information about possible unionization efforts and formally barring distribution of union literature. Discussing forming a union and promoting those efforts via written material or conversation are legally protected workplace activities.
“The complaint alleges that Walmart interrogated its employees about their union activities in the breakroom, threatened its employees if they continued to place pro-union flyers in the employee breakroom, maintained a Solicitation and Distribution of Literature Policy, and selectively and disparately removed the pro-union flyers from the breakroom table and tore them up in the presence of employees,” Kayla Baldo, director and press secretary for the NLRB, said via email. “The Regional Director is seeking all appropriate remedies.”
The NLRB and Walmart — the nation’s largest private employer — will discuss a possible settlement, but they scheduled a hearing on May 14 before an administrative law judge, where the parties will present their case. Complete article
132 items recovered amid attempted Tx. Walmart theft 01/24/2024
Suspicious package found inside Walmart in Panorama City Ca. 01/26/2024
Cortland Co. Deputies arrest man for stealing from NY Walmart 01/26/2024
Man accused of Nov. 2023 Bangor Maine Walmart arson now facing federal charges 01/26/2024
Fight at Tx. Walmart leads to two shootings; 1 dead, 1 in critical condition 01/25/2024
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — One person is dead and another in critical condition after a fight at Walmart.
Amarillo police said people got into a fight at the Walmart on Grand Street around 10 p.m. Wednesday.
About an hour later, police responded to a shooting in the 800 block of N. Highland where they found 23-year-old Everado Guadalupe Leal with a gunshot wound. Police began lifesaving measures. Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead by AMS.
A short time later, officers responded to a second shooting in the 800 block of N. Apache.
They found a second male with multiple gunshot wounds.
He was transported to the hospital where he is listed in critical condition. Complete article
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — One person is dead and another in critical condition after a fight at Walmart.
Amarillo police said people got into a fight at the Walmart on Grand Street around 10 p.m. Wednesday.
About an hour later, police responded to a shooting in the 800 block of N. Highland where they found 23-year-old Everado Guadalupe Leal with a gunshot wound. Police began lifesaving measures. Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead by AMS.
A short time later, officers responded to a second shooting in the 800 block of N. Apache.
They found a second male with multiple gunshot wounds.
He was transported to the hospital where he is listed in critical condition. Complete article
Suspect injured in agent-involved shooting in Ariz. Walmart parking lot 01/26/2024
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - A suspect was injured in an agent-involved shooting in the parking lot of a Walmart in Tucson late Friday, Jan. 26.
The DEA confirmed agents were in the area for an investigation when a suspect was shot.
The FBI said it is investigating the assault of a federal officer that happened around 5:30 p.m. at the Walmart located at Valencia and Midvale Park roads in Tucson.
The Tucson Police Department was also there, but only to help secure the scene. Complete article
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - A suspect was injured in an agent-involved shooting in the parking lot of a Walmart in Tucson late Friday, Jan. 26.
The DEA confirmed agents were in the area for an investigation when a suspect was shot.
The FBI said it is investigating the assault of a federal officer that happened around 5:30 p.m. at the Walmart located at Valencia and Midvale Park roads in Tucson.
The Tucson Police Department was also there, but only to help secure the scene. Complete article
Police: Seneca Falls man fights NY Walmart employee during theft 01/27/2024
Police say a Seneca Falls man was arrested for menacing and other charges after a fight with staff at the Walmart there.
On January 25 the Seneca Falls Police Department arrested Chandler J. Marl following a report of a dispute in progress.
Marl engaged in a physical altercation with an employee of Walmart after being confronted regarding a theft. Complete article
Police say a Seneca Falls man was arrested for menacing and other charges after a fight with staff at the Walmart there.
On January 25 the Seneca Falls Police Department arrested Chandler J. Marl following a report of a dispute in progress.
Marl engaged in a physical altercation with an employee of Walmart after being confronted regarding a theft. Complete article
WAL-KING AWAY ‘You’re asking me to stop for no reason,’ says Walmart shopper fed up with receipt checks – she gave them no excuses 01/28/2024
A YOUTUBER has slammed Walmart for the constant receipt checks, claiming that the practice has no reasoning behind it.
A woman named Xamry revealed that she barely shops at the retailer, partly due to receipt checks.
Like many shoppers, she prefers to get her things and leave the store. However, she noticed that the receipt checks often slow her down when trying to leave Walmart.
"You're asking me to stop for no reason because you want to check my receipt. You were standing right there observing me," she said in her video.
The shopper explained she is usually right in front of the receipt checker when paying for her items, hoping to get out of the store faster.
Xamry continued by pointing out how it can be hard to show your receipt if you are holding heavy items in your hands and felt the policy was unnecessary. Complete article
A YOUTUBER has slammed Walmart for the constant receipt checks, claiming that the practice has no reasoning behind it.
A woman named Xamry revealed that she barely shops at the retailer, partly due to receipt checks.
Like many shoppers, she prefers to get her things and leave the store. However, she noticed that the receipt checks often slow her down when trying to leave Walmart.
"You're asking me to stop for no reason because you want to check my receipt. You were standing right there observing me," she said in her video.
The shopper explained she is usually right in front of the receipt checker when paying for her items, hoping to get out of the store faster.
Xamry continued by pointing out how it can be hard to show your receipt if you are holding heavy items in your hands and felt the policy was unnecessary. Complete article
Man accused of sexual battery against Hall County Ga. Walmart employee, police say 01/26/2024
Rocky Mount NC police investigate bomb threat at Walmart on Benvenue Road 01/26/2024
'Disgruntled customer' arrested for bomb threat after ban from Rocky Mount NC Walmart 01/2/2024
Suspect in Oct. 2023 Roswell NM Wal-Mart shooting scheduled for trial 01/25/2024
In an RV outside Vancouver Canada Walmart, a senior dreams of housing as ’dramatic reversal’ plays out 01/27/2024
Walmart employee shot by angry customer in Pineville NC 01/28/2024
The Pineville Police Department says an employee was shot at the Walmart on Pineville-Matthews Road on Sunday. The employee suffered life-threatening injuries in the shooting, according to Medic.
An argument over an incomplete purchase led to a Walmart employee being shot on Sunday.
The Pineville Police Department says an employee was shot at the Walmart on Pineville-Matthews Road on Sunday. The employee suffered life-threatening injuries in the shooting, according to Medic.
Police say the suspect did not fully complete a purchase which caused an argument. The suspect then returned to the store and shot an employee in the knee, according to police.
The suspect was taken into custody after the shooting. Their name has not been released at this time. Complete article
The Pineville Police Department says an employee was shot at the Walmart on Pineville-Matthews Road on Sunday. The employee suffered life-threatening injuries in the shooting, according to Medic.
An argument over an incomplete purchase led to a Walmart employee being shot on Sunday.
The Pineville Police Department says an employee was shot at the Walmart on Pineville-Matthews Road on Sunday. The employee suffered life-threatening injuries in the shooting, according to Medic.
Police say the suspect did not fully complete a purchase which caused an argument. The suspect then returned to the store and shot an employee in the knee, according to police.
The suspect was taken into custody after the shooting. Their name has not been released at this time. Complete article
No injuries reported after shooting closes down Anniston Alabama Walmart 01/28/2024
The city of Anniston is asking people to avoid the area around the Walmart Supercenter on McClellan Boulevard after a shooting happened Sunday evening.
A spokesperson for the city said there were no reported injuries. The shooter was no longer at the scene and the city said the threat to the public is gone.
Police said the scene was "all clear" around 7:20 p.m. after a man opened fire inside the store. Police believe two people were in an altercation when one of them fired a gun. Complete article
The city of Anniston is asking people to avoid the area around the Walmart Supercenter on McClellan Boulevard after a shooting happened Sunday evening.
A spokesperson for the city said there were no reported injuries. The shooter was no longer at the scene and the city said the threat to the public is gone.
Police said the scene was "all clear" around 7:20 p.m. after a man opened fire inside the store. Police believe two people were in an altercation when one of them fired a gun. Complete article
Shooting at Cave Creek Ariz. Walmart: Suspect flees before investigators arrive on scene 01/28/2024
MARICOPA COUNTY, Ariz. - A shooting at a Walmart in Cave Creek has Maricopa County Sheriff's deputies searching for a male suspect who left before investigators arrived.
The shooting happened around 5:15 p.m. near Cave Creek Road and Carefree Highway on Jan. 28.
"Deputies responded and after further investigation discovered that an adult male went into the store and had an argument with someone from within the store. The male then left the store and upon exiting the store, fired several shots at the store," MCSO said. Complete article
PD: Man admits to firing shots to 'scare' Cave Creek Walmart employees after argument 01/31/2024
MARICOPA COUNTY, Ariz. - A shooting at a Walmart in Cave Creek has Maricopa County Sheriff's deputies searching for a male suspect who left before investigators arrived.
The shooting happened around 5:15 p.m. near Cave Creek Road and Carefree Highway on Jan. 28.
"Deputies responded and after further investigation discovered that an adult male went into the store and had an argument with someone from within the store. The male then left the store and upon exiting the store, fired several shots at the store," MCSO said. Complete article
PD: Man admits to firing shots to 'scare' Cave Creek Walmart employees after argument 01/31/2024
Walmart Hit by Three Separate Shootings Within Hours 01/29/2024
Walmart suffered a night of violence when the retailer was hit by three separate shootings within the space of two hours across the U.S. on Sunday evening.
An employee was reportedly left fighting for their life after being shot by an enraged customer during one assault, while two other shootings saw gunfire erupt outside stores as arguments exploded into attacks.
Walmart has 4,717 stores across the U.S., according to figures compiled by Statista, and the large venues are popular with shoppers, so see a lot of footfall each day. That means that statistically the chain will occasionally find itself to be the site of a shooting as the U.S. battles to deal with spiraling gun crime. Complete article
Walmart suffered a night of violence when the retailer was hit by three separate shootings within the space of two hours across the U.S. on Sunday evening.
An employee was reportedly left fighting for their life after being shot by an enraged customer during one assault, while two other shootings saw gunfire erupt outside stores as arguments exploded into attacks.
Walmart has 4,717 stores across the U.S., according to figures compiled by Statista, and the large venues are popular with shoppers, so see a lot of footfall each day. That means that statistically the chain will occasionally find itself to be the site of a shooting as the U.S. battles to deal with spiraling gun crime. Complete article
A Man Was Found Dead in His Car in A Woodstock Ga. Walmart Parking Lot 01/29/2024
The Gist: A 37-year-old man was found dead in his car in a Woodstock Walmart parking lot, sparking an ongoing investigation.
The Details: Woodstock Police responded to a 911 call for a welfare check at the Walmart located at 12182 Highway 92. They found the body of a 37-year-old man inside his vehicle. The Cherokee County Coroner’s Office has transported the body to the GBI for an autopsy.
The circumstances of his death remain unclear, and investigations are underway. The man had been residing at a local extended stay with his girlfriend. Complete article
The Gist: A 37-year-old man was found dead in his car in a Woodstock Walmart parking lot, sparking an ongoing investigation.
The Details: Woodstock Police responded to a 911 call for a welfare check at the Walmart located at 12182 Highway 92. They found the body of a 37-year-old man inside his vehicle. The Cherokee County Coroner’s Office has transported the body to the GBI for an autopsy.
The circumstances of his death remain unclear, and investigations are underway. The man had been residing at a local extended stay with his girlfriend. Complete article
Police: Shoplifter at Wallingford Conn. Walmart had BB gun 01/28/2024
WALLINGFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — An alleged shoplifter at a Wallingford Walmart was found with a BB gun that resembled a real handgun, according to police.
Edgar Rivera, a 48-year-old from Waterbury, has been charged with carrying a dangerous weapon. An investigation alleging that he could have been shoplifting the night before remains under investigation.
Rivera was arrested at about 3 p.m. Saturday when someone at the Walmart called to say that several people had stolen items the night before, and that they’d returned to do it again. The three suspects were detained by police as they exited the store. Their identities have not been publicly released. Complete article
WALLINGFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — An alleged shoplifter at a Wallingford Walmart was found with a BB gun that resembled a real handgun, according to police.
Edgar Rivera, a 48-year-old from Waterbury, has been charged with carrying a dangerous weapon. An investigation alleging that he could have been shoplifting the night before remains under investigation.
Rivera was arrested at about 3 p.m. Saturday when someone at the Walmart called to say that several people had stolen items the night before, and that they’d returned to do it again. The three suspects were detained by police as they exited the store. Their identities have not been publicly released. Complete article
Prisoners in the US are part of a hidden workforce linked to hundreds of popular food brands 01/29/2024
ANGOLA, La. (AP) — A hidden path to America’s dinner tables begins here, at an unlikely source – a former Southern slave plantation that is now the country’s largest maximum-security prison.
Unmarked trucks packed with prison-raised cattle roll out of the Louisiana State Penitentiary, where men are sentenced to hard labor and forced to work, for pennies an hour or sometimes nothing at all. After rumbling down a country road to an auction house, the cows are bought by a local rancher and then followed by The Associated Press another 600 miles to a Texas slaughterhouse that feeds into the supply chains of giants like McDonald’s, Walmart and Cargill.
Intricate, invisible webs, just like this one, link some of the world’s largest food companies and most popular brands to jobs performed by U.S. prisoners nationwide, according to a sweeping two-year AP investigation into prison labor that tied hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of agricultural products to goods sold on the open market.
They are among America’s most vulnerable laborers. If they refuse to work, some can jeopardize their chances of parole or face punishment like being sent to solitary confinement. They also are often excluded from protections guaranteed to almost all other full-time workers, even when they are seriously injured or killed on the job.
The goods these prisoners produce wind up in the supply chains of a dizzying array of products found in most American kitchens, from Frosted Flakes cereal and Ball Park hot dogs to Gold Medal flour, Coca-Cola and Riceland rice. They are on the shelves of virtually every supermarket in the country, including Kroger, Target, Aldi and Whole Foods. And some goods are exported, including to countries that have had products blocked from entering the U.S. for using forced or prison labor.
Many of the companies buying directly from prisons are violating their own policies against the use of such labor. But it’s completely legal, dating back largely to the need for labor to help rebuild the South’s shattered economy after the Civil War. Enshrined in the Constitution by the 13th Amendment, slavery and involuntary servitude are banned – except as punishment for a crime. Complete article
ANGOLA, La. (AP) — A hidden path to America’s dinner tables begins here, at an unlikely source – a former Southern slave plantation that is now the country’s largest maximum-security prison.
Unmarked trucks packed with prison-raised cattle roll out of the Louisiana State Penitentiary, where men are sentenced to hard labor and forced to work, for pennies an hour or sometimes nothing at all. After rumbling down a country road to an auction house, the cows are bought by a local rancher and then followed by The Associated Press another 600 miles to a Texas slaughterhouse that feeds into the supply chains of giants like McDonald’s, Walmart and Cargill.
Intricate, invisible webs, just like this one, link some of the world’s largest food companies and most popular brands to jobs performed by U.S. prisoners nationwide, according to a sweeping two-year AP investigation into prison labor that tied hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of agricultural products to goods sold on the open market.
They are among America’s most vulnerable laborers. If they refuse to work, some can jeopardize their chances of parole or face punishment like being sent to solitary confinement. They also are often excluded from protections guaranteed to almost all other full-time workers, even when they are seriously injured or killed on the job.
The goods these prisoners produce wind up in the supply chains of a dizzying array of products found in most American kitchens, from Frosted Flakes cereal and Ball Park hot dogs to Gold Medal flour, Coca-Cola and Riceland rice. They are on the shelves of virtually every supermarket in the country, including Kroger, Target, Aldi and Whole Foods. And some goods are exported, including to countries that have had products blocked from entering the U.S. for using forced or prison labor.
Many of the companies buying directly from prisons are violating their own policies against the use of such labor. But it’s completely legal, dating back largely to the need for labor to help rebuild the South’s shattered economy after the Civil War. Enshrined in the Constitution by the 13th Amendment, slavery and involuntary servitude are banned – except as punishment for a crime. Complete article
‘OMG hell no’: Walmart worker calls out ‘crazy’ customer starting ‘random drama’ at 10:59pm 01/28/2024
A Walmart employee recorded a customer getting into a tiff with a co-worker a minute before closing, sparking a series of head nods and knowing comments from TikTok users who seemed all too familiar with the sight.
Hannah Gregory (@hannahhgregoryy) is a Walmart employee who documents what it’s like being a worker for the chain on TikTok, and her latest video showed viewers that there are patrons who have zero issue with keeping a worker in-store past closing time so that they can air out their grievances.
“When crazy a** Walmart customers start random drama at 10:59…” reads a text overlay in the video she posted. Gregory zooms into the store to show a woman hold up her phone. The woman appears to be yelling at a Walmart employee. The caption Gregory penned for the video reads, “My poor boss handled it so well too this lady was going INSANE.”
TikTokers who saw the video had varying opinions on the customer’s freakout. There was one viewer who seemed to view these altercations with a sense of enthusiasm. “Walmart 24 hrs stores would be great just for those moments,” they wrote.
While others shared their own experiences dealing with irate patrons. One person wrote, “Had a customer start drama about his pickup order, He was drunk and was yelling at my coworkers and literally all of AP and like 3 team leads come.” Complete article
A Walmart employee recorded a customer getting into a tiff with a co-worker a minute before closing, sparking a series of head nods and knowing comments from TikTok users who seemed all too familiar with the sight.
Hannah Gregory (@hannahhgregoryy) is a Walmart employee who documents what it’s like being a worker for the chain on TikTok, and her latest video showed viewers that there are patrons who have zero issue with keeping a worker in-store past closing time so that they can air out their grievances.
“When crazy a** Walmart customers start random drama at 10:59…” reads a text overlay in the video she posted. Gregory zooms into the store to show a woman hold up her phone. The woman appears to be yelling at a Walmart employee. The caption Gregory penned for the video reads, “My poor boss handled it so well too this lady was going INSANE.”
TikTokers who saw the video had varying opinions on the customer’s freakout. There was one viewer who seemed to view these altercations with a sense of enthusiasm. “Walmart 24 hrs stores would be great just for those moments,” they wrote.
While others shared their own experiences dealing with irate patrons. One person wrote, “Had a customer start drama about his pickup order, He was drunk and was yelling at my coworkers and literally all of AP and like 3 team leads come.” Complete article
Thornton Colorado police say suspicious package found at Walmart poses no danger 01/26/2024
One man arrested after police respond to Conn. Walmart for shoplifting in progress 01/27/2024
Bomb threat forces closure of Skowhegan Maine Walmart Supercenter for more than an hour 01/28/2024
UPDATE: Missing Woman Located Safe at a Walmart in Victorville Ca. 01/26/2024
Failed bank robber caught stealing kids clothes at Ga. Walmart 01/29/2024
Man wanted in connection with multiple thefts from Walmart in Norwich Conn. 01/29/2024
Man accused of shooting at car in Dexter Missouri Walmart parking lot over stolen marijuana 01/30/2024
DEXTER, Mo. (KFVS) - A man is accused of shooting at a car in the parking lot of Walmart after he says someone from the car stole marijuana from him.
Romel Kentre Nymar Rey, 19, of Poplar Bluff, was arrested on charges of assault first degree or attempted, armed criminal action and shooting from a motor vehicle at a person or another motor vehicle.
He’s being held on no bond. His arraignment is scheduled for Thursday morning, February 1.
According to Dexter Police Chief Hank Trout, they were dispatched to Walmart Supercenter on W. Business Highway 60 just after 9 a.m. on Tuesday, January 30 for a report of shots fired. Complete article
DEXTER, Mo. (KFVS) - A man is accused of shooting at a car in the parking lot of Walmart after he says someone from the car stole marijuana from him.
Romel Kentre Nymar Rey, 19, of Poplar Bluff, was arrested on charges of assault first degree or attempted, armed criminal action and shooting from a motor vehicle at a person or another motor vehicle.
He’s being held on no bond. His arraignment is scheduled for Thursday morning, February 1.
According to Dexter Police Chief Hank Trout, they were dispatched to Walmart Supercenter on W. Business Highway 60 just after 9 a.m. on Tuesday, January 30 for a report of shots fired. Complete article
Sherwood Arkansas police arrest man accused of attempting to kidnap child at Walmart 01/30/2024
SHERWOOD, Ark. – Sherwood police said Tuesday that they have arrested a man who has been accused of attempting to kidnap a child in a grocery store parking lot Monday night.
According to the Sherwood Police Department, authorities received a 911 call saying that a man was inside a woman’s vehicle at the Walmart Supercenter located at 9053 Highway 107 just after 7 p.m.
Officials said the caller told them that the man was attempting to take a young girl.
After arriving on the scene, officers said that the child’s mother told them she had put her daughter inside the vehicle before noticing a man inside under clothing. She told officers that she began yelling at the man and reached for her daughter, police said. Complete article
SHERWOOD, Ark. – Sherwood police said Tuesday that they have arrested a man who has been accused of attempting to kidnap a child in a grocery store parking lot Monday night.
According to the Sherwood Police Department, authorities received a 911 call saying that a man was inside a woman’s vehicle at the Walmart Supercenter located at 9053 Highway 107 just after 7 p.m.
Officials said the caller told them that the man was attempting to take a young girl.
After arriving on the scene, officers said that the child’s mother told them she had put her daughter inside the vehicle before noticing a man inside under clothing. She told officers that she began yelling at the man and reached for her daughter, police said. Complete article
A Walmart thief attacked a security guard and is now wanted by the Irvine Ca. Police 01/31/2024
On the evening of December 20, a male suspect attempted to leave a Walmart in Irivne with merchandise he did not pay for. When contacted by security, the suspect abandoned the cart of merchandise and headbutted the security guard twice.
If you can help identify this assault suspect, please contact jsanders@cityofirvine.org.
For those curious about the timing of the Irvine Police Department’s wanted posts, they utilize police resources first and then ask for the public’s help at the most appropriate time in the investigation. Complete article
On the evening of December 20, a male suspect attempted to leave a Walmart in Irivne with merchandise he did not pay for. When contacted by security, the suspect abandoned the cart of merchandise and headbutted the security guard twice.
If you can help identify this assault suspect, please contact jsanders@cityofirvine.org.
For those curious about the timing of the Irvine Police Department’s wanted posts, they utilize police resources first and then ask for the public’s help at the most appropriate time in the investigation. Complete article
Michigan State Police seek help in identifying suspect in Alpena Walmart hit-and-run 01/31/2024
UPDATE: Michigan State Police say its troopers have identified the suspect and their passenger.
ALPENA COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Michigan State Police troopers are asking for help identifying a suspect and their passenger involved in a hit-and-run at the Alpena Walmart on January 20.
The suspect was driving a black crossover-type SUV. Complete article
UPDATE: Michigan State Police say its troopers have identified the suspect and their passenger.
ALPENA COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Michigan State Police troopers are asking for help identifying a suspect and their passenger involved in a hit-and-run at the Alpena Walmart on January 20.
The suspect was driving a black crossover-type SUV. Complete article
Police: Teen attacked over shoes outside Hanover Md. Walmart 01/30/2024
HANOVER, Md. — A teenager is recovering after he was attacked outside a Walmart in Anne Arundel County.
According to police, a group of teenagers assaulted the victim and stole his Air Jordan shoes outside the Walmart on Arundel Mills Circle in Hanover just before 8 p.m. Sunday.
Police said the victim was followed into the store by a group of five teenagers.
"They confronted him and asked him if he wanted to buy clothing from them. He declined, then went about his business, but ultimately left the store. He was followed outside onto the sidewalk in front of the store where the group of males attacked him, assaulted him and stole his shoes, which were highly sought-after shoes," Anne Arundel County police spokesman Marc Limansky said. Complete article
HANOVER, Md. — A teenager is recovering after he was attacked outside a Walmart in Anne Arundel County.
According to police, a group of teenagers assaulted the victim and stole his Air Jordan shoes outside the Walmart on Arundel Mills Circle in Hanover just before 8 p.m. Sunday.
Police said the victim was followed into the store by a group of five teenagers.
"They confronted him and asked him if he wanted to buy clothing from them. He declined, then went about his business, but ultimately left the store. He was followed outside onto the sidewalk in front of the store where the group of males attacked him, assaulted him and stole his shoes, which were highly sought-after shoes," Anne Arundel County police spokesman Marc Limansky said. Complete article
Kalamazoo Mich. County Commissioner accused of shoplifting from Walmart 01/29/2024
Tami Rey, 39, was caught on surveillance video "skip-scanning" items at a Walmart self-checkout.
PORTAGE, Mich. — A Kalamazoo County Commissioner is due in court Tuesday on charges of retail fraud.
Tami Rey, 39, is accused of "skip-scanning" items at a Walmart self-checkout in Portage on Friday, Dec. 22. Rey, and another woman identified as Victoria Johnson, were caught on surveillance video putting items into their cart without scanning them, according to a police report.
Rey denies any wrongdoing, saying that it was simply an accident when scanning the items they were purchasing. She wrote in a Facebook post that the items being purchased were for needy families and a food pantry. She went on to explain the situation by saying in part:
"We identified a couple of families and secured a last-minute small grant to purchase gifts. One family needed a bed for a youth member, and I found a nice futon available for in-store pickup at the Walmart on Shaver Road in Portage.
With hesitation, another individual and I went to purchase the futon and other items on the family’s list. Unfortunately, there were no open lanes at the checkout, so we had to use the self-checkout. It was challenging to scan all the items and keep them separate for accounting purposes. We had a total of three different transactions at one self-checkout, as I was also picking up a few food items for a shelter, which needed separate payment."
Rey is accused of not scanning and stealing a heated blanket valued at $76, while Johnson is accused of not scanning and stealing a makeup box valued at $29.97. Complete article
Tami Rey, 39, was caught on surveillance video "skip-scanning" items at a Walmart self-checkout.
PORTAGE, Mich. — A Kalamazoo County Commissioner is due in court Tuesday on charges of retail fraud.
Tami Rey, 39, is accused of "skip-scanning" items at a Walmart self-checkout in Portage on Friday, Dec. 22. Rey, and another woman identified as Victoria Johnson, were caught on surveillance video putting items into their cart without scanning them, according to a police report.
Rey denies any wrongdoing, saying that it was simply an accident when scanning the items they were purchasing. She wrote in a Facebook post that the items being purchased were for needy families and a food pantry. She went on to explain the situation by saying in part:
"We identified a couple of families and secured a last-minute small grant to purchase gifts. One family needed a bed for a youth member, and I found a nice futon available for in-store pickup at the Walmart on Shaver Road in Portage.
With hesitation, another individual and I went to purchase the futon and other items on the family’s list. Unfortunately, there were no open lanes at the checkout, so we had to use the self-checkout. It was challenging to scan all the items and keep them separate for accounting purposes. We had a total of three different transactions at one self-checkout, as I was also picking up a few food items for a shelter, which needed separate payment."
Rey is accused of not scanning and stealing a heated blanket valued at $76, while Johnson is accused of not scanning and stealing a makeup box valued at $29.97. Complete article
Hidden prison labor in US, including Arkansas, linked to foods from Target, Walmart 01/30/2024
ANGOLA, La. (AP) — A hidden path to America’s dinner tables begins here, at an unlikely source – a former Southern slave plantation that is now the country’s largest maximum-security prison.
Unmarked trucks packed with prison-raised cattle roll out of the Louisiana State Penitentiary, where men are sentenced to hard labor and forced to work, for pennies an hour or sometimes nothing at all. After rumbling down a country road to an auction house, the cows are bought by a local rancher and then followed by The Associated Press another 600 miles to a Texas slaughterhouse that feeds into the supply chains of giants like McDonald’s, Walmart and Cargill.
Intricate, invisible webs, just like this one, link some of the world’s largest food companies and most popular brands to jobs performed by U.S. prisoners nationwide, according to a sweeping two-year AP investigation into prison labor that tied hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of agricultural products to goods sold on the open market.
They are among America’s most vulnerable laborers. If they refuse to work, some can jeopardize their chances of parole or face punishment like being sent to solitary confinement. They also are often excluded from protections guaranteed to almost all other full-time workers, even when they are seriously injured or killed on the job.
The goods these prisoners produce wind up in the supply chains of a dizzying array of products found in most American kitchens, from Frosted Flakes cereal and Ball Park hot dogs to Gold Medal flour, Coca-Cola and Riceland rice. They are on the shelves of virtually every supermarket in the country, including Kroger, Target, Aldi and Whole Foods. And some goods are exported, including to countries that have had products blocked from entering the U.S. for using forced or prison labor. Complete article
ANGOLA, La. (AP) — A hidden path to America’s dinner tables begins here, at an unlikely source – a former Southern slave plantation that is now the country’s largest maximum-security prison.
Unmarked trucks packed with prison-raised cattle roll out of the Louisiana State Penitentiary, where men are sentenced to hard labor and forced to work, for pennies an hour or sometimes nothing at all. After rumbling down a country road to an auction house, the cows are bought by a local rancher and then followed by The Associated Press another 600 miles to a Texas slaughterhouse that feeds into the supply chains of giants like McDonald’s, Walmart and Cargill.
Intricate, invisible webs, just like this one, link some of the world’s largest food companies and most popular brands to jobs performed by U.S. prisoners nationwide, according to a sweeping two-year AP investigation into prison labor that tied hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of agricultural products to goods sold on the open market.
They are among America’s most vulnerable laborers. If they refuse to work, some can jeopardize their chances of parole or face punishment like being sent to solitary confinement. They also are often excluded from protections guaranteed to almost all other full-time workers, even when they are seriously injured or killed on the job.
The goods these prisoners produce wind up in the supply chains of a dizzying array of products found in most American kitchens, from Frosted Flakes cereal and Ball Park hot dogs to Gold Medal flour, Coca-Cola and Riceland rice. They are on the shelves of virtually every supermarket in the country, including Kroger, Target, Aldi and Whole Foods. And some goods are exported, including to countries that have had products blocked from entering the U.S. for using forced or prison labor. Complete article
Walmart Sets 3-for-1 Stock Split; Shares Rise 01/30/2024
(Bloomberg) -- Walmart Inc. announced a 3-for-1 stock split, saying a lower price will help more of its employees buy shares.
“Sam Walton believed it was important to keep our share price in a range where purchasing whole shares, rather than fractions, was accessible to all of our associates,” Walmart Chief Executive Officer Doug McMillon said in a statement Tuesday.
The world’s largest retailer has an existing stock-purchase program for employees, through which they buy stock directly and the company matches 15% of the purchase, up to $1,800 a year.
The company said Monday that it will offer annual stock grants as a new incentive for store managers. Starting in April, US store managers will receive as much as $20,000 in company stock, bringing potential pay for the most successful ones to more than $400,000.
Walmart recently said that the average store manager’s salary will increase to $128,000 from $117,000 and that it is redesigning its bonus program so that store profits play a bigger role in deciding awards. Complete article
Walmart store managers in Louisiana shocked by corporate announcement 01/30/2024
(Bloomberg) -- Walmart Inc. announced a 3-for-1 stock split, saying a lower price will help more of its employees buy shares.
“Sam Walton believed it was important to keep our share price in a range where purchasing whole shares, rather than fractions, was accessible to all of our associates,” Walmart Chief Executive Officer Doug McMillon said in a statement Tuesday.
The world’s largest retailer has an existing stock-purchase program for employees, through which they buy stock directly and the company matches 15% of the purchase, up to $1,800 a year.
The company said Monday that it will offer annual stock grants as a new incentive for store managers. Starting in April, US store managers will receive as much as $20,000 in company stock, bringing potential pay for the most successful ones to more than $400,000.
Walmart recently said that the average store manager’s salary will increase to $128,000 from $117,000 and that it is redesigning its bonus program so that store profits play a bigger role in deciding awards. Complete article
Walmart store managers in Louisiana shocked by corporate announcement 01/30/2024
Owner of Oakmont bakery accused of retail theft at Pa. Walmart 01/30/2024 Court paperwork for Marc Serrao, 62, of Pittsburgh, said Serrao was observed not scanning multiple packs of strawberries at a self-checkout on Dec. 23, 2023. Police said they ran additional reports and found additional thefts committed by Serrao dating back to Oct. 21, 2023. Walmart is seeking a little more than $112 in restitution.
Milford PD investigating bomb threat, Del. Walmart closed 01/28/2024
Teenager charged with arson in Sparta Wisc. Walmart fire last Dec. 01/30/2024
LAPD investigates suspicious package at SFV Ca. Walmart 01/30/2024
Thief Uses Rear Exit In Dunkirk Md. Walmart To Steal Televisions 01/30/2024
Man accused of performing lewd act on himself in aisle of Kissimmee Fla. Walmart 01/30/2024
Ill. Walmart Trespasser With Boxed Wine Vows To Hurt, Kill Police: Cops 01/31/2024
Justin Colnar entered Walmart despite being trespassed on prior occasions by employees and Joliet police, authorities noted.
JOLIET, IL — Justin Colnar, one of the most arrested persons by the Joliet Police Department during recent history, put up a fight with Joliet police recently at the Route 59 Walmart property after officers found him intoxicated from drinking two boxes of wine he was keeping inside his coat pockets, arrest reports show.
The Walmart incident resulted in Colnar being arrested on charges of aggravated battery to a peace officer, aggravated intimidation, criminal trespass, disorderly conduct, obstructing a peace officer and criminal property damage.
According to Joliet police spokesman Dwayne English, the following events led to Colnar's latest arrest by his agency:
At 7:36 p.m. on Jan. 19, officers went to the Walmart on Route 59 because Colnar was causing a disturbance. Colnar had entered the store, despite being trespassed on prior occasions by store employees and Joliet police. Complete article
Justin Colnar entered Walmart despite being trespassed on prior occasions by employees and Joliet police, authorities noted.
JOLIET, IL — Justin Colnar, one of the most arrested persons by the Joliet Police Department during recent history, put up a fight with Joliet police recently at the Route 59 Walmart property after officers found him intoxicated from drinking two boxes of wine he was keeping inside his coat pockets, arrest reports show.
The Walmart incident resulted in Colnar being arrested on charges of aggravated battery to a peace officer, aggravated intimidation, criminal trespass, disorderly conduct, obstructing a peace officer and criminal property damage.
According to Joliet police spokesman Dwayne English, the following events led to Colnar's latest arrest by his agency:
At 7:36 p.m. on Jan. 19, officers went to the Walmart on Route 59 because Colnar was causing a disturbance. Colnar had entered the store, despite being trespassed on prior occasions by store employees and Joliet police. Complete article
LOCK & KEY ‘Please don’t steal,’ Walmart shopper begs after being forced to put purchases into locked box just to bring to checkout 01/31/2024
A WALMART shopper has pleaded to others to stop stealing after a run-in with extreme anti-theft measures.
The makeup section at her Walmart store was completely locked-up and any item she chose had to be placed in a locked box until she went to checkout.
TikToker Kelly Andel (@kellyandelexprealty) explained how the anti-theft measure went down and called for people to stop stealing.
Andel captioned the video, "Please don't steal. Let's not take things that don't belong to us."
She tagged the location of the video in Pearland, Texas. Complete article
A WALMART shopper has pleaded to others to stop stealing after a run-in with extreme anti-theft measures.
The makeup section at her Walmart store was completely locked-up and any item she chose had to be placed in a locked box until she went to checkout.
TikToker Kelly Andel (@kellyandelexprealty) explained how the anti-theft measure went down and called for people to stop stealing.
Andel captioned the video, "Please don't steal. Let's not take things that don't belong to us."
She tagged the location of the video in Pearland, Texas. Complete article
EXPENSIVE LESSON ‘I learned my lesson,’ says Walmart customer warning others to check receipt as she’s overcharged again after $150 error 01/31/2024
Shoppers have been told how sales tax has been wrongly added to their receipts. TikToker Dorthy Sutton is known for warning others about checking the pieces of paper after she was charged $150 for bananas. In a video shared in November last year, she claimed she was charged for three boxes of eggs instead of two.
The moment happened even though Dorthy claimed she was very diligent in-store.
She urged shoppers to check their receipts before they leave even if they’re in a hurry.
“I have already learned one lesson that I was overcharged,” she admitted. Complete article
Shoppers have been told how sales tax has been wrongly added to their receipts. TikToker Dorthy Sutton is known for warning others about checking the pieces of paper after she was charged $150 for bananas. In a video shared in November last year, she claimed she was charged for three boxes of eggs instead of two.
The moment happened even though Dorthy claimed she was very diligent in-store.
She urged shoppers to check their receipts before they leave even if they’re in a hurry.
“I have already learned one lesson that I was overcharged,” she admitted. Complete article
‘I push 1 star everytime’: Walmart shopper slams survey after bagging his own groceries at self-checkout 01/31/2024
'You really want my opinion on having to scan and bag my own stuff?'
There has been a bevy of Walmart customers who’ve hopped onto social media to share their disdain for the retailer’s star-rating system at its self-checkout kiosks.
Another TikToker named Kevin (@jesusunfollower) details a further reason why the survey request is frustrating: for a customer to get a printed receipt, which is more than likely going to be requested by an associate waiting at the store’s exit, they must interact with a message prompting shoppers to give an evaluation of their experience at the chain.
“Here’s something that nobody wants,” Kevin says about the survey. “Of course, everybody wants their receipt printed but nobody wants to rate their experience at Walmart. I’m good, thank you,” he says, showing how the self-checkout machine keeps customers hostage at the kiosk for a few extra seconds by populating the touch screen with a dialog box asking customers to rate their recent time shopping at the retailer. Complete article
'You really want my opinion on having to scan and bag my own stuff?'
There has been a bevy of Walmart customers who’ve hopped onto social media to share their disdain for the retailer’s star-rating system at its self-checkout kiosks.
Another TikToker named Kevin (@jesusunfollower) details a further reason why the survey request is frustrating: for a customer to get a printed receipt, which is more than likely going to be requested by an associate waiting at the store’s exit, they must interact with a message prompting shoppers to give an evaluation of their experience at the chain.
“Here’s something that nobody wants,” Kevin says about the survey. “Of course, everybody wants their receipt printed but nobody wants to rate their experience at Walmart. I’m good, thank you,” he says, showing how the self-checkout machine keeps customers hostage at the kiosk for a few extra seconds by populating the touch screen with a dialog box asking customers to rate their recent time shopping at the retailer. Complete article
Walmart opening 150 new stores 01/31/2024
Walmart will open over 150 stores in the U.S. over the next five years while remodeling 650 existing ones across 47 states and Puerto Rico — "creating tens of thousands of jobs," the retailer announced Wednesday.
The big picture: The first two stores will open in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, and Atlanta, Georgia, this spring and the remodeling projects will occur over the next 12 months, Walmart U.S. CEO John Furner wrote in a blog post Wednesday.
"We're also finalizing construction plans on 12 new projects we intend to start this year, along with converting one of our smaller locations to a Walmart Supercenter."
Walmart, the world's largest company by revenue, last opened a new store in November 2021.
Of note: The remodeled stores "will reflect Walmart's Store of the Future concept, featuring improved layouts, expanded product selections and innovative technology to help our associates better support our customers and make shopping more convenient and enjoyable," Furner said. Complete article
Walmart will open over 150 stores in the U.S. over the next five years while remodeling 650 existing ones across 47 states and Puerto Rico — "creating tens of thousands of jobs," the retailer announced Wednesday.
The big picture: The first two stores will open in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, and Atlanta, Georgia, this spring and the remodeling projects will occur over the next 12 months, Walmart U.S. CEO John Furner wrote in a blog post Wednesday.
"We're also finalizing construction plans on 12 new projects we intend to start this year, along with converting one of our smaller locations to a Walmart Supercenter."
Walmart, the world's largest company by revenue, last opened a new store in November 2021.
Of note: The remodeled stores "will reflect Walmart's Store of the Future concept, featuring improved layouts, expanded product selections and innovative technology to help our associates better support our customers and make shopping more convenient and enjoyable," Furner said. Complete article
Las Cruces NM Walmart reopens after bomb squad response 01/30/2024
Man accused of robbing Walmart employee with autism in Plymouth arrested in Tennessee 01/31/2024
Walmart in Fayetteville NC reopens after bomb threat Tuesday; investigation continues, police say 01/31/2024
Man Sexually Assaulted Walmart Employee, Philadelphia Pa. Police Say 01/31/2024
ACCPD Blotter: Man steals multiple steaks from Athens Ga. Walmart and more 01/31/2024
Law enforcement looking for fraud suspects in Fla. Walmart 01/31/2024
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