Walmart had at least eighteen shootings and fifteen deaths in February 2020, with seven of those deaths related to the shootings including two that came from the same shooting where two people shot and injured each other, with both of them dying within a day or two of the shooting. (Edit: this was initially reported with only seventeen shootings but another one was reported a few days late and has now been added.) At least four of the shootings were officer involved shootings and two of them resulted in the death of the suspect, with two officers being shot by one of them and another officer being shot in a separate incident where the the suspect was arrested later. One of the deaths was an apparent suicide, after being caught in a crime and crashing his care, before shootings himself, and there was at least two additional attempted suicides after another two suspects were caught at crime, one in a carjacking, when he was unable to stab himself he said the police should have shot him, another one also has self inflicted wounds following an armed stand-off. There were, as usual, at least four or five more injuries as a result of the shootings possibly more.
There were also more than a dozen additional gun related crimes, including several robberies, at least one active shooter scare, a domestic argument, and a case where two suspects were arrested at Walmart for a fatal shooting that happened at a nearby college, which is in addition to the ones taking place at Walmart. Another murder suspect was arrested at a Walmart in California as well; and there was a video released from an incident in December 2018 where a suspects attacked a women at Walmart and was also charged with a triple stabbing elsewhere that killed two people.
The towns of Chicopee Massachusetts and Derby Vermont are both expressing concerns about their high crime problems at Vermont, in a low crime part of the country, especially Derby Vermont. Even the lowest crime areas seem to have more problems at Walmart than other stores and there've been dozens of other police departments across the country expressing similar concerns, although they're only reported at the local level. Walmart is now reserving parking spots for police officers around the country whether they're on duty or not. there's no discussion about whether or not this is appropriate giving law enforcement preferential treatment; not is there any discussion about addressing the root causes of their high crime problems, including corner cutting, store design, union busting, and other policies that anger both workers and customers often contributing to crime etc.
Ironically one of the towns that hasn't expressed concerns in the past several years is Jacksonville Florida which has more than their share of crime problems there and it seems to have been worse than usually last month with one of the shootings taking place there, at least three assaults, and a man driving his van through a Republican Party tent as well. this is on top of many more petty crimes that don't get reported nearly as widely. there was a report back in 2016 just before Bloomberg came out with a rare national report about Walmart's high crime problems. According to Crimes at Jacksonville's big box stores last year cost taxpayers $75K 06/27/2016 they had about five times as many calls form the police as Target with slightly less than twice the total number of stores, so it's more than two and a half times as many calls per store. Jacksonville does have more than double the national average murder rate, so it's not just a problem at Walmart but many other major cities across the country are even worse and most of them don't seem to have as many high profile crimes, at Walmart, although I haven't done a thorough review.
Tallahassee has much less crime problems than Jacksonville, only slightly worse than national average, which means it's probably better than most large cities, but they had two of the seven deaths that weren't related to shootings last month. Two bodies were found there and two other bodies were found in Georgia and Illinois Walmart's, with two people being killed in in accidents, one a hit and run in Oklahoma, the other a crash in Kansas, a women had a medical incident after being arrested and dying in Tennessee, and a man dying after getting stuck in a donation bin in Tennessee as well.
I can't image how he got stuck in the bin or what caused his death.
Walmart also had someone "talking nonsensically," threatening people with a bow and arrow that was arrested, it wasn't initially reported that he was angry about a prescription that wasn't filled out, when this was reported it was days later when fewer people would be inclined to pay attention. there are aq lot of disgruntled customers at Walmart and there's a good chance that many of the people doing absurd things might be partly as a result of anger over service or products without having this reported in the media.
Another man went on a rampage spraying people with a fire extinguisher; and a couple teens came in to one of their stores with one of them wearing a respiration mask with a sign on his back saying "Caution I have the Coronavirus" who went around spraying Lysol on what they say is seven thousand dollars worth or produce. There's little doubt that Walmart will seek financial restitution, even if the suspect has little or no money which they usually do. Courts often award this, but there's little or no chance of collecting it; and in one case a few years back someone was caught stealing stuff so that he could pay what they were pressuring him for. I know it sounds nice to say that if they do the crime they should pay for it, but the political and economic establishment rig the economy against the majority of the public and they're not held to the same standard.
Walmart also has dozens of sexual assaults, stalkings, upskirts every year including an attempted rape that took place inside the store in Plantation Florida which was stopped by shoppers & employees. The media didn't refer to these people as "good Samaritans" although that might have been justified in this case but they often do refer to people that stop non-violent shoplifters, often with violence, as "good Samaritans," including one case =last month where a shopper slammed his shopping cart into one to stop him. They initially referred to him as vigilante, which may be more accurate. They seem to have forgotten that the story about the Good Samaritan was about someone from the lower classes that helped heal a person that was attacked and robbed, not about someone going on a violent rampage to stop petty shop lifters.
Walmart also received complaints that they banned two disabled people last month for reasons that either don't make sense or weren't even explained. One of them seems to have documented times where he was ridiculed and charged for things they said they didn't have in stock, and may have been banned for making complaints about this, which wouldn't be the first time this has happened. And the other was banned for using the handicapped parking space with a handicapped tag that the loss prevention officer claimed was fake; and the police officer that issued the citation didn't question her, even though he had only one leg and was using a prosthetic on the other with a cane! This also happened in Jacksonville Florida, which seems to have exceptionally strange Walmart activity.
Another customer found a razor blade in shoes, which is not unprecedented, but not nearly as common as finding them in shopping carts where they're put to cut packaging to make shoplifting easier. They had various assaults, an attempted kidnapping, and someone that threatened to kill employees, and many other similar crimes.
Tennessee ruled that they could charge shoplifters with felonies even if they're for petty offences if it's a repeat offender; this is part of a growing trend to increase punishment that targets working class while reducing regulations stopping the wealthy from rigging economy in their favor which indirectly leads to higher blue collar crime including shoplifting.
In other words it should be considered virtual entrapment.
In addition to the person that was killed in a hit and run Walmart had over a dozen crashes, road rage incidents, a couple officers struck or dragged by shoplifters, police chases auto thefts, carjackings and other vehicle crimes, not counting minor fender benders which would probably be more than a hundred if not a thousand every month but rarely get reported.
They had at least five knife related crimes including a stolen machete, and four stabbings, which is a little on the low side assuming this is all they had. It's also a slow month for fires with only four of them reported and few if any of them were arson, which may be the first time in years they didn't have any arson in a whole month, assuming no reports were missed.
There were many more assaults, sometimes on employees, police or other customers, shopliftings, an employee accused of stealing over $80,000, which isn't as uncommon as you might think stealing of entire shopping carts and other crimes. In one fight involving multiple people one of the people arrested was a popular coach; in Washington DC White Nationalists marched near Union Station to Walmart where they parked their cars; and a woman planted a smoke bomb in one store.
In Texas two African American women were put in hand cuffs after being asked for a receipt, not because they stole anything or refused to comply but because one of them commented as she was complying that she noticed that they didn't ask another person for a receipt, who was presumably white; following this observation they increased their harassment and called in help; the women are now seeking new training of workers to stop racial profiling.
Walmart had recalls for baby carriers for a buckle that can break, and water bottle that cause a choking hazard, for the second time in less than eight months. A consumer group also found that the bottled water they sold had higher levels of arsenic than tap water or than the acceptable guidelines, although there's no initial news on if it was recalled. these recalls rarely ever get much media attention, so many people never find out about them, and repeating the same mistakes over and over again is routine.
Walmart labor problems never slow down including protests outside Alice Walton's Penthouse, after they came up with what they call a "Great Workplace" restructuring, which apparently means they're eliminating jobs closer to the opposite of their slogan, as usual; a mother of a special needs son was outraged because they kicked him out; they're running into privacy issues in their efforts to collect personal data from customers, and their own activities continue to be done in secret, including how they manipulate people with deceptive ads using this data; and there's outrage over two more firings from them, one a worker that was loved by the community often trying to help them get good deals, another an ex-con who worked for them for six years and his rehabilitation was going as well as it can be expected until he did so well he decided to apply for a promotion, and they reviewed his record again, checking details they already knew about but decided to fire him anyway, when they could have simply declined to promote him.
A Walmart in Minnesota had a photo of their socks and underwear after they locked them up to deter theft! There was no consideration from Walmart that this might be a sign that there are too many desperate people that can't even afford basic necessities, or consideration for the possibility that they might be contributing to this problem buy busting unions & shipping jobs over seas.
You might think politicians might be concerned about this, even if the business community isn't; however they're way to bust catering to their campaign contributors like Walmart to care about the poor especially since efforts to reduce voting among them have been way to successful. Very few traditional politicians recognize that this is a sign of a serious flaw in our economic system, which is why Bernie Sanders is doing so well now!
A couple friends in Texas decided to create their own wrestling video at Walmart including a flip from a counter onto a table, with one of their friends dressed as a referee. there doesn't seem to be any police report investigating them or complaints from Walmart, there was even an employee walking by in the video, and customers seemed to find it amusing.
They had another bedbug scare, in Ohio after they found someone released bedbugs the month before in Pennsylvania, telling customers that it was all clear, without announcing whether they found them or not, which they almost certainly would have if they found no signs of them, implying there probably was a problem.
One customer claimed that she was being followed after leaving a Walmart, when she called the police they advised her to go tho the police station, where the suspect continued following her, eventually getting arrested saying "I know it looks bad." It turned out he had a record for similar incidents, and probably wasn't the smartest sex offender in the court docket.
Another customer had their own emotional support snake they took to Walmart, apparently without any complaints, although that might have changed when the media picked up on it.
A couple teens decided it would be a good idea to spray deer urine on what Walmart claimed as one or two thousand dollars worth of clothes; this is a semi-regular event happening at least a couple other times in the past several years.
Another customer started eating their sandwiches right in the store; when confronted he started knocking things off the shelf later telling police he was Jesus Christ.
They charged him with failure to identify.
How do they know he isn't Jesus Christ?
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.
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 February 2020. 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.
2 charged in national fraud scheme involving Walmart gift cards 02/01/2020
Police find no danger at Raleigh Walmart after investigating bomb threat 02/02/2020
Man dies after being trapped in donation bin at Clarksville Tenn. Walmart 02/02/2020
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Clarksville police are investigating the death of a man who became trapped in a donation bin outside of a Walmart over the weekend.
Police responded just before 4 p.m. Sunday to a report of a man stuck in the bin at the store on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard and Morris Road.
When officers arrived, they said they could see the bottom half of the 48-year-old man sticking out of the bin. He was removed and pronounced dead at the scene, investigators revealed. Complete article
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Clarksville police are investigating the death of a man who became trapped in a donation bin outside of a Walmart over the weekend.
Police responded just before 4 p.m. Sunday to a report of a man stuck in the bin at the store on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard and Morris Road.
When officers arrived, they said they could see the bottom half of the 48-year-old man sticking out of the bin. He was removed and pronounced dead at the scene, investigators revealed. Complete article
Thief steals Girl Scouts’ money; Walmart employee, customers step up and donate money to help 02/01/2020
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (Fort Wayne's NBC) - Police said a thief stole money from a Girl Scout Troop selling cookies. Community members stepped up and donated money to help the girls.
On Saturday morning, a couple of Girl Scouts and family members set up a table to sell Girl Scout Cookies at a Walmart Supercenter located on Maysville Road in Fort Wayne. Complete article
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (Fort Wayne's NBC) - Police said a thief stole money from a Girl Scout Troop selling cookies. Community members stepped up and donated money to help the girls.
On Saturday morning, a couple of Girl Scouts and family members set up a table to sell Girl Scout Cookies at a Walmart Supercenter located on Maysville Road in Fort Wayne. Complete article
Ruptured fuel line clears out Windham Walmart 02/01/2020
WINDHAM, Maine — Shoppers abandoned their carts as an evacuation order sounded through the Walmart in Windham on Saturday morning.
Windham Fire Chief Brent Libby said a forklift missed its mark and sliced through a fuel line at a loading bay.
Firefighters went through the aisles to make sure all the customers and workers left the building on Landing Road for their own safety until the leak could be sealed. Complete article
WINDHAM, Maine — Shoppers abandoned their carts as an evacuation order sounded through the Walmart in Windham on Saturday morning.
Windham Fire Chief Brent Libby said a forklift missed its mark and sliced through a fuel line at a loading bay.
Firefighters went through the aisles to make sure all the customers and workers left the building on Landing Road for their own safety until the leak could be sealed. Complete article
Suspect Arrested After Robbing Hempfield Township Pa. Walmart 02/02/2020
2 suspects wanted for shoplifting incident at Walmart in LaGrange Ga. 02/01/2020
Monkey Junction NC Walmart evacuated for bomb threat 02/02/2020
Crime Alert: 2 sought in shoplifting at Tilden Township Pa. Walmart 02/02/2020
Bryan Tx. Police arrest man with previous theft convictions for stealing at Walmart 02/02/2020
Enterprise Alabama police nab wanted Walmart jewelry thief suspect 02/03/2020
One injured in shooting at Breaux Bridge La. Walmart 02/03/2020
Breaux Bridge Police say that one person has been injured and another detained in a shooting at the Walmart on Rees Street.
Officials tell KATC that the shooting happened around 8:00 pm in the store's parking lot. It is unclear as to what led up to the shooting.
One person, believed to be a woman, was injured in the shooting and has been taken to the hospital. The condition of that person wasn't immediately known but we are told the victim required emergency surgery.
Another person, also said to be a woman, was detained in the shooting. The scene at the Walmart is now clear. Complete article
Breaux Bridge Police say that one person has been injured and another detained in a shooting at the Walmart on Rees Street.
Officials tell KATC that the shooting happened around 8:00 pm in the store's parking lot. It is unclear as to what led up to the shooting.
One person, believed to be a woman, was injured in the shooting and has been taken to the hospital. The condition of that person wasn't immediately known but we are told the victim required emergency surgery.
Another person, also said to be a woman, was detained in the shooting. The scene at the Walmart is now clear. Complete article
Sioux Falls SD police: Man arrested for firing gun near local Walmart 02/03/2020
A Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania man has been arrested after police say he fired two gunshots in the air near a Sioux Falls Walmart after he was reportedly following a woman in the store's parking lot over the weekend.
James Alan Miller, 37, was charged with reckless discharge of a firearm, carrying a concealed weapon and having a loaded firearm in possession while intoxicated.
Sioux Falls police responded at about 11:30 p.m. Saturday to the Walmart at 7821 S. Minnesota Ave, police spokesman Sam Clemens said. Complete article
A Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania man has been arrested after police say he fired two gunshots in the air near a Sioux Falls Walmart after he was reportedly following a woman in the store's parking lot over the weekend.
James Alan Miller, 37, was charged with reckless discharge of a firearm, carrying a concealed weapon and having a loaded firearm in possession while intoxicated.
Sioux Falls police responded at about 11:30 p.m. Saturday to the Walmart at 7821 S. Minnesota Ave, police spokesman Sam Clemens said. Complete article
Customer says she found razor blade in shoes at Alabama Walmart 02/03/2020
DAPHNE, Ala. (WKRG) – A Walmart customer says she got a surprise Saturday when shopping at the Daphne store. She tells News 5 she found a razor blade inside of a pair of shoes she was looking to purchase.
The customer says when she reached down she didn’t notice the razor blade at first, but she is glad she saw it in time before she was cut.
She says she notified a store employee who then notified a manager on duty. She says she did not file a police report over the weekend because she wasn’t injured.
We checked with Daphne Police to find out if they’ve had any similar incidents reported and they say this is the first they’ve heard of something like this. Complete article
DAPHNE, Ala. (WKRG) – A Walmart customer says she got a surprise Saturday when shopping at the Daphne store. She tells News 5 she found a razor blade inside of a pair of shoes she was looking to purchase.
The customer says when she reached down she didn’t notice the razor blade at first, but she is glad she saw it in time before she was cut.
She says she notified a store employee who then notified a manager on duty. She says she did not file a police report over the weekend because she wasn’t injured.
We checked with Daphne Police to find out if they’ve had any similar incidents reported and they say this is the first they’ve heard of something like this. Complete article
Jersey City man arrested at Bayonne Walmart with a stun gun: police 02/04/2020
Bayonne police in investigating a shoplifting incident at the Walmart in Bayonne Monday arrested two Jersey City residents and recovered a stun gun from one of them, authorities said.
Clayton Cureton Jr., 30, and Ashley Varner, 31, were taken into custody at 11:50 a.mby officers responding to a report of shoplifting, Bayonne Lt. Eric Amato said.
During the investigation police learned that Cureton and Varner were each wanted on outstanding warrants, Cureton out of Jersey City and Varner out of Trenton. While searching Cureton after his arrest, police found he was carrying a stun gun, Amato said. Complete article
Bayonne police in investigating a shoplifting incident at the Walmart in Bayonne Monday arrested two Jersey City residents and recovered a stun gun from one of them, authorities said.
Clayton Cureton Jr., 30, and Ashley Varner, 31, were taken into custody at 11:50 a.mby officers responding to a report of shoplifting, Bayonne Lt. Eric Amato said.
During the investigation police learned that Cureton and Varner were each wanted on outstanding warrants, Cureton out of Jersey City and Varner out of Trenton. While searching Cureton after his arrest, police found he was carrying a stun gun, Amato said. Complete article
Two Arrested after Causing Disturbance at Ind. Walmart 02/03/2020
(BEDFORD) – Two people were arrested after Bedford Police officers were called to Walmart on Friday night.
When police arrived they found 36-year-old Jessica Douglas at the self-checkout register. Police say Douglas was intoxicated and refused to cooperate with officers.
“The officers attempted to place handcuffs on Jessica and she began resisting, screaming and kicked an officer in the chest,” says Chief Terry Moore. “Officers located in her personal belongings methamphetamine, a used syringe, and medication not prescribed to her.” Complete article
(BEDFORD) – Two people were arrested after Bedford Police officers were called to Walmart on Friday night.
When police arrived they found 36-year-old Jessica Douglas at the self-checkout register. Police say Douglas was intoxicated and refused to cooperate with officers.
“The officers attempted to place handcuffs on Jessica and she began resisting, screaming and kicked an officer in the chest,” says Chief Terry Moore. “Officers located in her personal belongings methamphetamine, a used syringe, and medication not prescribed to her.” Complete article
Seward County Nebraska authorities investigating suspicious incidents at Wal-Mart 02/03/2020
SEWARD COUNTY – The Seward County Sheriff’s Office is investigating at least four different incidents where a man followed adults with children around at the local Wal-Mart and took photos of the kids.
SCSO said they have been made aware of at least four incidents where a Hispanic man followed adults with children around the store and photographed the children.
10/11 NOW spoke with one of the four people who filed reports.
He says this happened to him Saturday night.
"He was hiding around this aisle staring at us, with his phone up, and as soon as I stared him in the eyes, made eye contact, he quickly turned around and booked it as fast as he could,” said Brent Green. Complete article
UPDATE: Seward County authorities identify man involved in suspicious incidents at Wal-Mart 02/04/2020
Man photographing children at Nebraska Walmart store identified 02/04/2020
SEWARD COUNTY – The Seward County Sheriff’s Office is investigating at least four different incidents where a man followed adults with children around at the local Wal-Mart and took photos of the kids.
SCSO said they have been made aware of at least four incidents where a Hispanic man followed adults with children around the store and photographed the children.
10/11 NOW spoke with one of the four people who filed reports.
He says this happened to him Saturday night.
"He was hiding around this aisle staring at us, with his phone up, and as soon as I stared him in the eyes, made eye contact, he quickly turned around and booked it as fast as he could,” said Brent Green. Complete article
UPDATE: Seward County authorities identify man involved in suspicious incidents at Wal-Mart 02/04/2020
Man photographing children at Nebraska Walmart store identified 02/04/2020
Just Askin' | Theft deterrence at Ill. Walmart 02/03/2020
Q: What are those new gates at the Walmart in Savoy?
A: They’re “customer access gates” that are designed to deter theft, spokeswoman Anne Hatfield said. “We installed (them) at our Savoy Supercenter late last year,” she said.
They’re not at the Champaign or Urbana Walmarts.
“Customer access gates are motorized gates placed near the store entrance to deter theft by better controlling how customers enter and exit through the store,” she said. “The gates provide a single point of entry and are a strong visual deterrent to protect against theft.” Complete article
Q: What are those new gates at the Walmart in Savoy?
A: They’re “customer access gates” that are designed to deter theft, spokeswoman Anne Hatfield said. “We installed (them) at our Savoy Supercenter late last year,” she said.
They’re not at the Champaign or Urbana Walmarts.
“Customer access gates are motorized gates placed near the store entrance to deter theft by better controlling how customers enter and exit through the store,” she said. “The gates provide a single point of entry and are a strong visual deterrent to protect against theft.” Complete article
5 things to know about Walmart Health 02/03/2020
Family of S.C. man shot and killed by police in Nov. 2019 at Walmart looking for answers 02/04/2020
Police respond to Kansas Walmart after iPhones stolen 02/03/2020
Fla. Man Buys A Walmart To Show Off His 225-Car Collection 02/04/2020
Bend Oregon Walmart no longer a 24-hour store 02/03/2020
Garner NC Walmart evacuated after bomb threat 02/02/2020
One hurt, suspect on the run after shooting inside Tenn. Walmart 02/04/2020
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — One person is hurt and another is on the run after a shooting inside a Hickory Hill Walmart Neighborhood Market.
It happened just before 7 p.m. on Tuesday night. at the location on Hickory Hill Road near Mount Moriah.
Police told WREG's Andrew Ellison the situation began as an argument between two customers. One person was shot but they are expected to be okay. Officers believe the person responsible left the scene on foot.
People in the store when the shooting happened said it was terrifying.
"Sound liked 5 or 6 shots rang out behind us," one person said. "At that point, we both hit the ground and started running through the chip aisles. There was a lot of screaming and yelling." Complete article
Man shot at Hickory Hill Walmart accused of lying to police 02/05/2020
Police detain, release wrong man in connection with Walmart shooting 02/05/2020
VIDEO: Man opens fire inside Memphis Tenn. Walmart 02/0/2020
Second arrest made in Walmart Market shooting 02/06/2020
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — One person is hurt and another is on the run after a shooting inside a Hickory Hill Walmart Neighborhood Market.
It happened just before 7 p.m. on Tuesday night. at the location on Hickory Hill Road near Mount Moriah.
Police told WREG's Andrew Ellison the situation began as an argument between two customers. One person was shot but they are expected to be okay. Officers believe the person responsible left the scene on foot.
People in the store when the shooting happened said it was terrifying.
"Sound liked 5 or 6 shots rang out behind us," one person said. "At that point, we both hit the ground and started running through the chip aisles. There was a lot of screaming and yelling." Complete article
Man shot at Hickory Hill Walmart accused of lying to police 02/05/2020
Police detain, release wrong man in connection with Walmart shooting 02/05/2020
VIDEO: Man opens fire inside Memphis Tenn. Walmart 02/0/2020
Second arrest made in Walmart Market shooting 02/06/2020
CPD: Fight in Ga. Walmart parking lot leads to arrests of 3 on drug, “AR-15 style rifle,” other charges 02/04/2020
Three Calhoun men were arrested on Saturday after a fight in the parking lot of the Calhoun Walmart ended when one of the individuals pulled out an “AR-15 style rifle,” according to a Calhoun Police Department report.
According to jail records, the following people were arrested by the CPD: Complete article
Three Calhoun men were arrested on Saturday after a fight in the parking lot of the Calhoun Walmart ended when one of the individuals pulled out an “AR-15 style rifle,” according to a Calhoun Police Department report.
According to jail records, the following people were arrested by the CPD: Complete article
BREAKING: Man Pulls gun during domestic situation at Jackson Mississippi Walmart 02/05/2020
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) Police responded to a domestic situation just before 7 a.m. Wednesday at the Walmart on Greenway Dr. near Hwy 18. We’re told a man and woman were arguing when he pulled out a gun.
Sgt. Roderick Holmes with JPD says no shots were fired. The suspect then left the scene. No one was hurt. Complete article
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) Police responded to a domestic situation just before 7 a.m. Wednesday at the Walmart on Greenway Dr. near Hwy 18. We’re told a man and woman were arguing when he pulled out a gun.
Sgt. Roderick Holmes with JPD says no shots were fired. The suspect then left the scene. No one was hurt. Complete article
Man armed with bow and arrow, ‘talking nonsensically’ taken into custody at Winston-Salem NC Walmart, police say 02/05/2020 "nonsensical" was apparently about a customer complaint, justified or not, which wasn't mentioned in initial report, only covered in a lower profile follow up article.
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Police responded to a Winston-Salem Walmart after reports of a man armed with a bow and arrow and “talking nonsensically.”
At about 10:32 p.m. Tuesday, officers responded to the Walmart at 3475 Parkway Village Circle. Reports said the man was armed with a bow and arrow from the sporting goods section.
Walmart employees and about 30 customers got out of the store as police were arriving.
At the scene, store personnel told officers a man was at the back of the store, talking nonsensically and armed with a bow and arrow, later determined to be a youth compound bow. Complete article
Man uses bow and arrow to threaten Walmart employees 02/2/2020
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque man, agitated that his prescription wasn’t ready, reportedly pulled a bow and arrow on the employees of a Walmart in early February.
According to a criminal complaint, 29-year-old Joseph Vigil became angry and pushed over a computer monitor when his prescription for contacts wasn’t found at the Walmart Neighborhood Market on Cutler.
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Police responded to a Winston-Salem Walmart after reports of a man armed with a bow and arrow and “talking nonsensically.”
At about 10:32 p.m. Tuesday, officers responded to the Walmart at 3475 Parkway Village Circle. Reports said the man was armed with a bow and arrow from the sporting goods section.
Walmart employees and about 30 customers got out of the store as police were arriving.
At the scene, store personnel told officers a man was at the back of the store, talking nonsensically and armed with a bow and arrow, later determined to be a youth compound bow. Complete article
Man uses bow and arrow to threaten Walmart employees 02/2/2020
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque man, agitated that his prescription wasn’t ready, reportedly pulled a bow and arrow on the employees of a Walmart in early February.
According to a criminal complaint, 29-year-old Joseph Vigil became angry and pushed over a computer monitor when his prescription for contacts wasn’t found at the Walmart Neighborhood Market on Cutler.
Cops: Masked man claiming coronavirus infection sprays Lysol inside Route 59 Ill. Walmart 02/04/2020
A masked man walked into the Walmart on Route 59 and sprayed Lysol on merchandise while wearing a handmade sign on his back that said, “caution, I have the coronavirus,” according to the Joliet police.
The masked man was one of two suspects who were at the Walmart on Route 59 south of Theodore Street Sunday afternoon, Joliet police said in a statement released Tuesday. Officers responded to the bizarre incident shortly after 4 p.m.
The suspects were last seen leaving in a white 2003 GMC Yukon that registers back to Oswego, police said. Both suspects are male and possibly in their early 20s.
When the two men entered the store, one was wearing a “yellow medical mask” and sprayed a substance that was determined to be Lysol on produce, clothing, and health and beauty products, police said. Complete article
Illinois suspects enter Walmart with 'Caution I have the Coronavirus' sign and spray substance on $7K worth of produce 02/05/2020
Police: Teen arrested for spraying Lysol on products at Joliet Ill. Walmart 02/07/2020
2 teens cost Walmart almost $10,000 for 'I have the coronavirus' prank 02/10/2020
A masked man walked into the Walmart on Route 59 and sprayed Lysol on merchandise while wearing a handmade sign on his back that said, “caution, I have the coronavirus,” according to the Joliet police.
The masked man was one of two suspects who were at the Walmart on Route 59 south of Theodore Street Sunday afternoon, Joliet police said in a statement released Tuesday. Officers responded to the bizarre incident shortly after 4 p.m.
The suspects were last seen leaving in a white 2003 GMC Yukon that registers back to Oswego, police said. Both suspects are male and possibly in their early 20s.
When the two men entered the store, one was wearing a “yellow medical mask” and sprayed a substance that was determined to be Lysol on produce, clothing, and health and beauty products, police said. Complete article
Illinois suspects enter Walmart with 'Caution I have the Coronavirus' sign and spray substance on $7K worth of produce 02/05/2020
Police: Teen arrested for spraying Lysol on products at Joliet Ill. Walmart 02/07/2020
2 teens cost Walmart almost $10,000 for 'I have the coronavirus' prank 02/10/2020
Employee at Tallahassee Fla. Walmart accused of stealing more than $80,000 02/05/2020
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) — A manager at a Tallahassee Walmart is facing felony fraud charges after deputies say he stole more than $80,000 from his job in just seven days.
On Friday, the Leon County Sheriff's office was called to the Walmart in the 4000 block of West Tennessee Street for an employee theft.
When they arrived, a loss prevention officer told them that the store's till had been consistently short all month and suspected one of the customer service managers was to blame. Complete article
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) — A manager at a Tallahassee Walmart is facing felony fraud charges after deputies say he stole more than $80,000 from his job in just seven days.
On Friday, the Leon County Sheriff's office was called to the Walmart in the 4000 block of West Tennessee Street for an employee theft.
When they arrived, a loss prevention officer told them that the store's till had been consistently short all month and suspected one of the customer service managers was to blame. Complete article
Police calls: Man steals machete from Ohio Walmart, found at Best Western 02/04/2020
Walmart, 2485 Possum Run Road - A 37-year-old man was arrested Monday morning after store security told police he stole a machete. When police arrived at the store, the man had fled. He was found at the nearby Best Western, hiding in a bathroom. Store security identified the man as the offender. Complete article
Walmart, 2485 Possum Run Road - A 37-year-old man was arrested Monday morning after store security told police he stole a machete. When police arrived at the store, the man had fled. He was found at the nearby Best Western, hiding in a bathroom. Store security identified the man as the offender. Complete article
Walmart and Home Depot are forcing workers who recently visited China to stay home for 14 days as coronavirus spreads 02/04/2020
As the coronavirus continues to spread in the US with a total 11 confirmed cases, major retailers are starting to implement precautionary policies to protect the health of their employees.
Spokespeople for Walmart and Home Depot confirmed separately to Business Insider that the companies are each enforcing 14-day stay-at-home periods for employees who have returned from trips to China in the past two weeks. Both are encouraging these individuals to work remotely if possible. Walmart is limiting all "non-business critical travel" to and from China while Home Depot is restricting it to prevent spreading the illness. Complete article
As the coronavirus continues to spread in the US with a total 11 confirmed cases, major retailers are starting to implement precautionary policies to protect the health of their employees.
Spokespeople for Walmart and Home Depot confirmed separately to Business Insider that the companies are each enforcing 14-day stay-at-home periods for employees who have returned from trips to China in the past two weeks. Both are encouraging these individuals to work remotely if possible. Walmart is limiting all "non-business critical travel" to and from China while Home Depot is restricting it to prevent spreading the illness. Complete article
DeKalb County Ind. food pantries struggling after losing Walmart as donation partner 02/04/2020
GARRETT, Ind. (WANE) – Food pantries in DeKalb County are grappling with a huge loss. They’ve lost their biggest supplier, the Walmart Distribution Center in Garrett.
The donation partner used give the food pantries free meat, produce and dairy products. Then on January 1, 2020, Walmart changed its food distribution model as far as donations are concerned. The retail giant wanted better oversight over the safe handling of their donations and wanted to centralize who receives them.
Now, the corporation only gives donations to Feeding America food banks and member agencies. That includes the Community Harvest Food Bank in Fort Wayne.
This situation leaves the DeKalb County food pantries that once got free food from Walmart having to pay to receive them from Community Harvest. Complete article
GARRETT, Ind. (WANE) – Food pantries in DeKalb County are grappling with a huge loss. They’ve lost their biggest supplier, the Walmart Distribution Center in Garrett.
The donation partner used give the food pantries free meat, produce and dairy products. Then on January 1, 2020, Walmart changed its food distribution model as far as donations are concerned. The retail giant wanted better oversight over the safe handling of their donations and wanted to centralize who receives them.
Now, the corporation only gives donations to Feeding America food banks and member agencies. That includes the Community Harvest Food Bank in Fort Wayne.
This situation leaves the DeKalb County food pantries that once got free food from Walmart having to pay to receive them from Community Harvest. Complete article
Walmart Just Dragged Primary Care Into the Healthcare Cost Battle 02/04/2020
Last week, mega-retailer Walmart (NYSE:WMT) tiptoed deeper into mostly uncharted healthcare waters by opening its second primary care facility called Walmart Health. The new location in Calhoun, Georgia, will be staffed with healthcare providers offering everything from walk-in and clinical care to x-rays and dental services, mirroring a similar center it opened in September in Dallas, Georgia. The company said the facility will provide "affordable, transparent pricing regardless of a patient’s insurance status."
Were it just one such location, the facility could simply be categorized as a pet project; many companies maintain small business units for experimental purposes. It's not just one though, and it's not just Walmart moving deeper into primary care. Insurer Humana (NYSE:HUM) is undertaking a joint venture with a private equity firm to develop more primary care centers aimed at serving older Americans. Walgreens Boots Alliance's (NASDAQ:WBA) primary care partner VillageMD announced a deal last week to acquire almost 50 different medical practices in Arizona. Complete article
Last week, mega-retailer Walmart (NYSE:WMT) tiptoed deeper into mostly uncharted healthcare waters by opening its second primary care facility called Walmart Health. The new location in Calhoun, Georgia, will be staffed with healthcare providers offering everything from walk-in and clinical care to x-rays and dental services, mirroring a similar center it opened in September in Dallas, Georgia. The company said the facility will provide "affordable, transparent pricing regardless of a patient’s insurance status."
Were it just one such location, the facility could simply be categorized as a pet project; many companies maintain small business units for experimental purposes. It's not just one though, and it's not just Walmart moving deeper into primary care. Insurer Humana (NYSE:HUM) is undertaking a joint venture with a private equity firm to develop more primary care centers aimed at serving older Americans. Walgreens Boots Alliance's (NASDAQ:WBA) primary care partner VillageMD announced a deal last week to acquire almost 50 different medical practices in Arizona. Complete article
McDonald’s to close its location within Walmart on Gosford Road Bakersfield Ca. 02/04/2020
Florida woman charged in alleged Walmart theft 02/04/2020 Norwich — A Tampa, Fla., woman was arrested in connection with an alleged “retail scam” at the Norwich Walmart that police say resulted in the theft of $2,470 worth of merchandise.
Man and woman arrested after trying to steal TVs from Findlay Ohio Walmart 02/04/2020
Two Men Arrested In NY Walmart Vandalism 02/04/2020
Bedford Woman After Found Stumbling in Ind. Walmart Parking Lot 02/04/2020
Police: Suspect cashes stolen check at Gallatin Tenn. Walmart 02/04/2020
Phony page spreads news of Walmart kidnapping in NC, cops say. It didn’t happen here 02/04/2020
Police: Men cashed nearly $1,000 in fraudulent bottle return slips at Fowlerville Mich. Walmart 02/05/2020
Suspect identified in possible Jan. hate crime at Ky. Walmart 02/05/2020
Man arrested in theft of haircut kit from Wal-Mart at Buffalo Ridge Fla. 02/05/2020
Bystander rushes to help woman attacked in Jacksonville Fla. Walmart parking lot 02/05/2020
Suspect was seen leaving area in burgundy Cadillac CTS, police say.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A 28-year-old woman said she was leaving a Jacksonville Walmart when she was attacked by a man who snatched her purse from around her neck and attempted to take off, according to a report from the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Police said a bystander saw what was happening and took action.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, the woman had just left the Walmart on Atlantic Boulevard and placed her merchandise in her car. As she was returning her shopping cart, police said she was approached by a man who demanded she hand over her purse. Complete article
Suspect was seen leaving area in burgundy Cadillac CTS, police say.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A 28-year-old woman said she was leaving a Jacksonville Walmart when she was attacked by a man who snatched her purse from around her neck and attempted to take off, according to a report from the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Police said a bystander saw what was happening and took action.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, the woman had just left the Walmart on Atlantic Boulevard and placed her merchandise in her car. As she was returning her shopping cart, police said she was approached by a man who demanded she hand over her purse. Complete article
Richland Co. woman files police report after stalking incident inside SC Walmart on Two Notch Road 02/05/2020
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - A Richland County woman said three men stalked her inside the Walmart on Two Notch Road on Sunday night. She even took video of the incident and shared it on Facebook.
Winta Adams said she was just doing her normal grocery shopping Sunday afternoon around 1 p.m. when she realized three men were following closely behind her as she walked down each aisle. She said the men didn't have carts or any groceries in their hands.
That's when she whipped out her phone and took a video. In the video, you can hear Adams ask the men if they are following her. Instead of answering her question, she said the men looked at her, stepped out of the frame, and then went right back to following her. That's when Adams said she reported the incident to Walmart security.
She said Walmart security told her the men had left the building and another customer walked her out to her car. Complete article
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - A Richland County woman said three men stalked her inside the Walmart on Two Notch Road on Sunday night. She even took video of the incident and shared it on Facebook.
Winta Adams said she was just doing her normal grocery shopping Sunday afternoon around 1 p.m. when she realized three men were following closely behind her as she walked down each aisle. She said the men didn't have carts or any groceries in their hands.
That's when she whipped out her phone and took a video. In the video, you can hear Adams ask the men if they are following her. Instead of answering her question, she said the men looked at her, stepped out of the frame, and then went right back to following her. That's when Adams said she reported the incident to Walmart security.
She said Walmart security told her the men had left the building and another customer walked her out to her car. Complete article
Family of murdered Tulare Ca. man blaming Walmart for not properly storing ammunition 02/06/2020
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- "When's enough is enough, and how many people have to die before they understand that?"
It's an answer Jody Jones plans to fight for as he and his sibling try to get justice for their murdered brother, Rocky Jones.
The family of the murdered Tulare man says Walmart is in part to blame for Jones' murder and plan to take the national retailer to court. .......
Attorneys say the ammunition wasn't properly stored, and Walmart made it easy for the shooter to get what he needed.
"It wasn't guarded, not behind a counter," says Attorney Butch Wagner. "He walked right into Walmart and the ammunition was accessible. It wasn't guarded behind the counter. He took all the ammunition he needed. Left the store and loaded his weapon and began his rampage." Complete article
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- "When's enough is enough, and how many people have to die before they understand that?"
It's an answer Jody Jones plans to fight for as he and his sibling try to get justice for their murdered brother, Rocky Jones.
The family of the murdered Tulare man says Walmart is in part to blame for Jones' murder and plan to take the national retailer to court. .......
Attorneys say the ammunition wasn't properly stored, and Walmart made it easy for the shooter to get what he needed.
"It wasn't guarded, not behind a counter," says Attorney Butch Wagner. "He walked right into Walmart and the ammunition was accessible. It wasn't guarded behind the counter. He took all the ammunition he needed. Left the store and loaded his weapon and began his rampage." Complete article
Man Who Stole Nearly $500 In Clothing, Merchandise From Walmart Nabbed In Franklin NJ 02/06/2020
Henderson Tx. Walmart reopened after reported power outage 02/05/2020
Ga. Walmart protects customers as tornado siren sounds 02/06/2020 Boyd said once the warning sirens went off, Walmart associates corralled everyone in the store to aisle 22. "For some reason, they chose the toilet paper aisle," Boyd stated with a smile. "It was aisle 22. So we followed them and just stood back there for 30 minutes and they let us go." (could they have chosen this aisle to minimize shoplifting? 🤔)
Feds file hate crime charges against defendant in El Paso Tx. Walmart shooting in Aug. 2019 02/06/2020
Man killed at Muncie Ind. Walmart, suspect in custody after high-speed chase 02/07/2020
MUNCIE, Ind. — Police in Muncie are investigating a Thursday night shooting that left one dead at in a Walmart parking lot.
The Muncie police chief confirmed that officers responded to the Walmart at 1501 E. 29th Street around 11:18 p.m. on a report of a person shot.
Police found a man suffering from an apparent gunshot wound, not breathing and bleeding from his mouth.
The man was taken to an area hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly after. Complete article
Man charged with murder in Muncie Walmart slaying seeks 'speedy' trial 02/19/2020
MUNCIE, Ind. — Police in Muncie are investigating a Thursday night shooting that left one dead at in a Walmart parking lot.
The Muncie police chief confirmed that officers responded to the Walmart at 1501 E. 29th Street around 11:18 p.m. on a report of a person shot.
Police found a man suffering from an apparent gunshot wound, not breathing and bleeding from his mouth.
The man was taken to an area hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly after. Complete article
Man charged with murder in Muncie Walmart slaying seeks 'speedy' trial 02/19/2020
Police: Man shot in Walmart parking lot in Argyle Forest, Jacksonville Fla. 02/06/2020
A man is recovering Thursday night after he was shot in the Argyle Forest neighborhood, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office.
JSO said the shooting happened around 8 p.m. in the Walmart parking lot, located in the 7000 block of Collins Road and involved two men. One of those men had a knife and the other had a gun, police said.
The man with the gun reportedly shot the man with the knife, police said. He was then transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
The other man who reportedly had a gun was taken into police custody. JSO said they consider him to be the suspect of the shooting at this time. Complete article
A man is recovering Thursday night after he was shot in the Argyle Forest neighborhood, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office.
JSO said the shooting happened around 8 p.m. in the Walmart parking lot, located in the 7000 block of Collins Road and involved two men. One of those men had a knife and the other had a gun, police said.
The man with the gun reportedly shot the man with the knife, police said. He was then transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
The other man who reportedly had a gun was taken into police custody. JSO said they consider him to be the suspect of the shooting at this time. Complete article
Jacksonville mother hit in face by customer at Fla. Walmart, police say 02/06/2020 Same Walmart as above shooting.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A Jacksonville mother said she was attacked by an upset customer while working at Walmart.
Christina Pence said she needed five stitches near her eyebrow after a man who was upset about coupons hit her in the face.
Police said they responded to the Walmart on Collins Road on Sunday at 8 p.m. to investigate a battery.
“If he would’ve waited, I would’ve told him, you know, he just has to do separate transactions, but he didn’t have any patience at all,” Pence said. Complete article
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A Jacksonville mother said she was attacked by an upset customer while working at Walmart.
Christina Pence said she needed five stitches near her eyebrow after a man who was upset about coupons hit her in the face.
Police said they responded to the Walmart on Collins Road on Sunday at 8 p.m. to investigate a battery.
“If he would’ve waited, I would’ve told him, you know, he just has to do separate transactions, but he didn’t have any patience at all,” Pence said. Complete article
VIDEO | Lexington Ky. police investigate possible hate crime after white Walmart customer chokes black worker 02/06/2020
LOUISVILLE, KY. (WDRB) — Police in Lexington, Kentucky, said a white man grabbed the neck of a black woman at a Walmart store, and they’re investigating the incident as a possible hate crime.
The Lexington Police Department has posted a video of the incident on its YouTube page and said that it has identified the suspect in the ongoing investigation.
Police said in a news release that on Jan. 29, the woman, who was working at the store on New Circle Road, told them that a male customer approached her and "made motions with his hands, which he said was for making a noose."
The man then "lunged forward and briefly put both his hands around the victim’s neck," police said. Complete article
LOUISVILLE, KY. (WDRB) — Police in Lexington, Kentucky, said a white man grabbed the neck of a black woman at a Walmart store, and they’re investigating the incident as a possible hate crime.
The Lexington Police Department has posted a video of the incident on its YouTube page and said that it has identified the suspect in the ongoing investigation.
Police said in a news release that on Jan. 29, the woman, who was working at the store on New Circle Road, told them that a male customer approached her and "made motions with his hands, which he said was for making a noose."
The man then "lunged forward and briefly put both his hands around the victim’s neck," police said. Complete article
Man accused of injuring Ariz. Walmart employee 02/06/2020
BULLHEAD CITY — Bullhead City police have made an arrest following a confrontation that resulted in an injury for a Walmart employee.
Police spokeswoman Emily Fromelt said officers placed Jessie Aranda, 20, in custody Monday and booked him into the Adult Detention Center in Kingman on suspicion of robbery and aggravated assault resulting in serious physical injury.
Aranda made an initial appearance Tuesday in Bullhead City Justice Court. Bond was set at $15,000 on each charge. Complete article
BULLHEAD CITY — Bullhead City police have made an arrest following a confrontation that resulted in an injury for a Walmart employee.
Police spokeswoman Emily Fromelt said officers placed Jessie Aranda, 20, in custody Monday and booked him into the Adult Detention Center in Kingman on suspicion of robbery and aggravated assault resulting in serious physical injury.
Aranda made an initial appearance Tuesday in Bullhead City Justice Court. Bond was set at $15,000 on each charge. Complete article
Baby carriers sold at Amazon, Target, Walmart recalled 02/07/2020
A California company is recalling about 14,000 soft infant and toddler carriers sold at retailers nationwide because the buckles on them can break, posing a fall risk.
The Chinese-made carriers were imported by San Diego-based Infantino. They were sold in November and December for between $30 and $50 at outlets including Target and online at Amazon, according to the recall notice posted Thursday by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The recalled carriers were also sold at Walmart stores at at Walmart.com, the retailer said on its site.
Consumers were urged to stop using the recalled carriers immediately, and to contact Infantino for a replacement carrier. No injuries have been reported, according to the company. Complete article
A California company is recalling about 14,000 soft infant and toddler carriers sold at retailers nationwide because the buckles on them can break, posing a fall risk.
The Chinese-made carriers were imported by San Diego-based Infantino. They were sold in November and December for between $30 and $50 at outlets including Target and online at Amazon, according to the recall notice posted Thursday by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The recalled carriers were also sold at Walmart stores at at Walmart.com, the retailer said on its site.
Consumers were urged to stop using the recalled carriers immediately, and to contact Infantino for a replacement carrier. No injuries have been reported, according to the company. Complete article
Compass hires Walmart exec Sara Patterson as chief people officer 02/06/2020
Compass, the nation’s fastest-growing real estate brokerage, on Thursday said Sara Patterson joined the company as chief people officer.
Patterson was vice president of human resources at Walmart for almost two years before joining New York-based Compass. Prior to Walmart, Patterson was chief people officer at Bonobos, a menswear site Walmart bought in 2017 for $310 million.
“Sara’s experience building and scaling great cultures at some of today’s most recognizable brands uniquely equips her to help Compass deliver a world-class employee experience,” said Compass CEO Robert Reffkin. “I’m excited to partner with her as we look to provide the Compass team with the best and most innovative HR and development strategies.” Complete article
Compass, the nation’s fastest-growing real estate brokerage, on Thursday said Sara Patterson joined the company as chief people officer.
Patterson was vice president of human resources at Walmart for almost two years before joining New York-based Compass. Prior to Walmart, Patterson was chief people officer at Bonobos, a menswear site Walmart bought in 2017 for $310 million.
“Sara’s experience building and scaling great cultures at some of today’s most recognizable brands uniquely equips her to help Compass deliver a world-class employee experience,” said Compass CEO Robert Reffkin. “I’m excited to partner with her as we look to provide the Compass team with the best and most innovative HR and development strategies.” Complete article
Crime Stoppers: Alabama Walmart shoplifting suspect identified 02/05/2020
Neighborhood Watch: Owensboro Ky. PD investigating Walmart thefts 02/06/2020 Shoplifting runs to Walmart are not unusual of course, but police have been particularly busy at the Owensboro location recently.
Woman charged for NY Walmart fraud, thefts 02/06/2020
Police: Man stole cases of Red Bull from Franklin NJ Walmart 02/06/2020
Woman arrested in alleged theft of diapers at Wal-Mart at Buffalo Ridge Fla. 02/07/2020
Couple face felonies for NY Walmart thefts 02/08/2020
Franklin Ky. police investigate self-inflicted gunshot in Walmart parking lot 02/07/2020
FRANKLIN, Ky. – Franklin police are investigating a self-inflicted gunshot incident that occurred just before 2 p.m. Friday in the Walmart parking lot.
A man out in the open parking lot shot himself in the shoulder, Franklin Police Lt. Dale Adams said.
The man was conscious and talking to police when they arrived, he said. Complete article
FRANKLIN, Ky. – Franklin police are investigating a self-inflicted gunshot incident that occurred just before 2 p.m. Friday in the Walmart parking lot.
A man out in the open parking lot shot himself in the shoulder, Franklin Police Lt. Dale Adams said.
The man was conscious and talking to police when they arrived, he said. Complete article
Fight at Md. Walmart leads to multiple charges 02/06/2020
DENTON — Charges have been filed against five people, including a popular coach at North Caroline High School, following a fight at Walmart in Denton.
Denton Police responded to a reported fight at the store around 9 p.m. Jan. 21. On their arrival, officers made contact with Ravynn Gibson-Moore, 18, of Denton, police said. While officers were talking with Gibson-Moore, Robert Thomas, 48, also of Denton, approached and began yelling and cursing at her, police reported.
Officers ordered Thomas to desist, but Thomas continued, attempting to go around police to reach Gibson-Moore, police said. During this same incident, a 16-year-old girl, also from Denton, began yelling and cursing at Gibson-Moore, and the two engaged in a physical altercation during which punches were exchanged, police said.
According to the report, by this time a large crowd had gathered to witness the altercation. Walmart staff attempted to assist police by escorting Gibson-Moore to a nearby office, but while doing so another female, identified as Taylor Knight, 21 of Denton, ran past the officer and juvenile and allegedly assaulted Gibson-Moore.
While officers separated Knight and Gibson-Moore, the juvenile again began hitting Gibson-Moore, according to police. Complete article
DENTON — Charges have been filed against five people, including a popular coach at North Caroline High School, following a fight at Walmart in Denton.
Denton Police responded to a reported fight at the store around 9 p.m. Jan. 21. On their arrival, officers made contact with Ravynn Gibson-Moore, 18, of Denton, police said. While officers were talking with Gibson-Moore, Robert Thomas, 48, also of Denton, approached and began yelling and cursing at her, police reported.
Officers ordered Thomas to desist, but Thomas continued, attempting to go around police to reach Gibson-Moore, police said. During this same incident, a 16-year-old girl, also from Denton, began yelling and cursing at Gibson-Moore, and the two engaged in a physical altercation during which punches were exchanged, police said.
According to the report, by this time a large crowd had gathered to witness the altercation. Walmart staff attempted to assist police by escorting Gibson-Moore to a nearby office, but while doing so another female, identified as Taylor Knight, 21 of Denton, ran past the officer and juvenile and allegedly assaulted Gibson-Moore.
While officers separated Knight and Gibson-Moore, the juvenile again began hitting Gibson-Moore, according to police. Complete article
Greenville Ohio Police Beat – Man cited for Walmart parking lot assault 02/07/2020
On Feb. 3 an officer was dispatched to Walmart on the report of an assault. Upon arrival, the officer spoke to a male victim who said he was at Walmart to get something to drink. The victim said he got out of his vehicle and started walking into the store when a male later identified as Dylan Martinez pulled his car in front of him and quickly exited the vehicle.
The victim said they began talking about what happened the night before, on Feb. 2. The victim told the officer “out of nowhere” Martinez punched him in the side of the neck. Upon inspecting the victim’s neck, the officer observed a large red mark with some scratches. The officer located a Walmart employee in order to view the video footage of the assault. Complete article
On Feb. 3 an officer was dispatched to Walmart on the report of an assault. Upon arrival, the officer spoke to a male victim who said he was at Walmart to get something to drink. The victim said he got out of his vehicle and started walking into the store when a male later identified as Dylan Martinez pulled his car in front of him and quickly exited the vehicle.
The victim said they began talking about what happened the night before, on Feb. 2. The victim told the officer “out of nowhere” Martinez punched him in the side of the neck. Upon inspecting the victim’s neck, the officer observed a large red mark with some scratches. The officer located a Walmart employee in order to view the video footage of the assault. Complete article
UPDATE: Lanes clear after car crash outside of the Walmart in Columbia County Ga. 02/07/2020
COLUMBIA COUNTY (WFXG) - The Columbia County Sheriff's Office has just confirmed that all westbound lanes are clear after two cars crashed into each other outside of the Walmart in Evans on Washington Rd.
A tow truck is said to be on the scene at this time clearing up all damages. The Sheriff's Office says that the call regarding the crash came in around 7:22 p.m. Complete article
COLUMBIA COUNTY (WFXG) - The Columbia County Sheriff's Office has just confirmed that all westbound lanes are clear after two cars crashed into each other outside of the Walmart in Evans on Washington Rd.
A tow truck is said to be on the scene at this time clearing up all damages. The Sheriff's Office says that the call regarding the crash came in around 7:22 p.m. Complete article
Walmart official says all clear in Calcutta Ohio; bed bugs unconfirmed or denied 02/08/2020
CALCUTTA — Management at the Walmart here declined to confirm or deny a social media report of bed bugs at their store.
An unnamed member of management for the Calcutta Walmart declined to comment Wednesday morning on the report, but provided contact information for the corporate website.
A poster on a Facebook group explained that she was told of the discovery by a store employee.
Tara Aston, senior manager of corporate communication, commented on behalf of the chain earlier this week. “As soon as we were made aware of this, our third party pest management serviced the store to help ensure a clean shopping environment. This is an isolated incident, and there are no other known issues. Complete article
CALCUTTA — Management at the Walmart here declined to confirm or deny a social media report of bed bugs at their store.
An unnamed member of management for the Calcutta Walmart declined to comment Wednesday morning on the report, but provided contact information for the corporate website.
A poster on a Facebook group explained that she was told of the discovery by a store employee.
Tara Aston, senior manager of corporate communication, commented on behalf of the chain earlier this week. “As soon as we were made aware of this, our third party pest management serviced the store to help ensure a clean shopping environment. This is an isolated incident, and there are no other known issues. Complete article
Pa. Walmart employee to give life-changing donation to co-worker 02/07/2020
HUNTINGDON, Pa. (WJAC) -- Cathy Green and Dawn Kurtz have worked at Walmart in Huntingdon for years, but hadn’t spoken much until a conversation about Dawn’s failing health.
“Back in 2006 I was diagnosed with kidney disease. It is called IgA nephropathy,” Kurtz said. “I started out with like 30% kidney function back then and now I am down to 10%.”
In 2006, doctors told Kurtz she would need a kidney transplant in 12-15 years. Over a year ago co-worker Cathy Green heard about Dawn’s condition. Her response floored Kurtz.
“I just said well, I’ll donate a kidney,” Green said.
“I’m like, ‘Girl, you just got married! You better talk to your husband first,’” Kurtz said. Complete article
HUNTINGDON, Pa. (WJAC) -- Cathy Green and Dawn Kurtz have worked at Walmart in Huntingdon for years, but hadn’t spoken much until a conversation about Dawn’s failing health.
“Back in 2006 I was diagnosed with kidney disease. It is called IgA nephropathy,” Kurtz said. “I started out with like 30% kidney function back then and now I am down to 10%.”
In 2006, doctors told Kurtz she would need a kidney transplant in 12-15 years. Over a year ago co-worker Cathy Green heard about Dawn’s condition. Her response floored Kurtz.
“I just said well, I’ll donate a kidney,” Green said.
“I’m like, ‘Girl, you just got married! You better talk to your husband first,’” Kurtz said. Complete article
Empty Wyoming Walmart shelves are a sobering reminder of how much we depend on truckers 02/07/2020
A Wyoming woman recently shared images of wiped out shelves at a Walmart store as a reminder of how much we rely on truck drivers to bring the goods we need to survive.
Facebook user LaRae Davis recently shared photos from the Rock Springs Wyoming store with nearly bare shelves due to the fact that winter weather storms and road closures have prevented truckers from making deliveries.
Davis wrote, “This is OUR Walmart shelves. No it’s not because they don’t have enough help, or their stockers aren’t doing their jobs. This is because TRUCKERS have been stranded all along I-80 for days, unable to deliver the goods. This is the beginning of what it would look like if the truckers stopped trucking.” Complete article
A Wyoming woman recently shared images of wiped out shelves at a Walmart store as a reminder of how much we rely on truck drivers to bring the goods we need to survive.
Facebook user LaRae Davis recently shared photos from the Rock Springs Wyoming store with nearly bare shelves due to the fact that winter weather storms and road closures have prevented truckers from making deliveries.
Davis wrote, “This is OUR Walmart shelves. No it’s not because they don’t have enough help, or their stockers aren’t doing their jobs. This is because TRUCKERS have been stranded all along I-80 for days, unable to deliver the goods. This is the beginning of what it would look like if the truckers stopped trucking.” Complete article
Man suspected of lewdness at North Logan Utah Walmart waives preliminary hearing and pleads not guilty 02/07/2020
Police: Virginia man stole electronics from Pa. Walmart 02/06/2020
Man Accused Of Taking Purse From Cart At Iowa Walmart in 2018 Loses Appeal Of Jury’s Ruling 02/07/2020
Two Davenport Iowa Hy-Vees, one Walmart changing hours 01/31/2020
Man arrested for reported $3,000 of fraudulent purchases from 3 Utah County Walmart stores 02/09/2020
Police looking for two women accused of shoplifting from RI Walmart 02/08/2020
Man drives van into Republican party tent at Walmart parking lot in Sandalwood Fla. 02/08/2020
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is investigating after witnesses said a van purposefully drove into a tent belonging to the Republican Party of Duval County Saturday at the Walmart in Sandalwood.
JSO was called to the scene at 11900 Atlantic Blvd at the Kernan Village shopping center just before 4 p.m., police said. Witnesses told police that the driver, described as a man in his early 20s with thin brown hair, pulled up to the tent where volunteers for the Republican Party were registering people to vote. He then drove through the tent and over their tables and chairs. No volunteers were hurt, according to JSO.
"I thought he was going to slow down, but he didn't and he gunned his engine and headed straight," a volunteer with the Republican Party of Duval County who said she was narrowly missed by the car said.
GOP volunteers said this incident further divides the country.
"When did violence become the answer? Just because I don’t agree with you? That’s not America," volunteer Gerri Woodham said.
"We have a right to disagree. We don’t have to agree. That’s what America is about, but we should have peaceful discourse," Woodham said.
The driver then stopped, took a video with his cell phone and drove off, JSO said. The van is described as an older '80s model brown Chevy with a yellow stripe down the bottom. Complete article
Suspect arrested, charged after reportedly driving van into Republican tent in Walmart parking lot 02/09/2020
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is investigating after witnesses said a van purposefully drove into a tent belonging to the Republican Party of Duval County Saturday at the Walmart in Sandalwood.
JSO was called to the scene at 11900 Atlantic Blvd at the Kernan Village shopping center just before 4 p.m., police said. Witnesses told police that the driver, described as a man in his early 20s with thin brown hair, pulled up to the tent where volunteers for the Republican Party were registering people to vote. He then drove through the tent and over their tables and chairs. No volunteers were hurt, according to JSO.
"I thought he was going to slow down, but he didn't and he gunned his engine and headed straight," a volunteer with the Republican Party of Duval County who said she was narrowly missed by the car said.
GOP volunteers said this incident further divides the country.
"When did violence become the answer? Just because I don’t agree with you? That’s not America," volunteer Gerri Woodham said.
"We have a right to disagree. We don’t have to agree. That’s what America is about, but we should have peaceful discourse," Woodham said.
The driver then stopped, took a video with his cell phone and drove off, JSO said. The van is described as an older '80s model brown Chevy with a yellow stripe down the bottom. Complete article
Suspect arrested, charged after reportedly driving van into Republican tent in Walmart parking lot 02/09/2020
Warminster Pa. Police: Group Sought After Causing Panic By Yelling ‘Active Shooter’ Inside Of Walmart Store 02/09/2020
WARMINSTER, Pa. (CBS) — Police in Warminster Township are searching for a group of individuals who they say caused panic inside of a Walmart after yelling that there was an active shooter inside. According to police, the chaos unfolded at the Walmart located at 100 East Street Road around 1:45 p.m. Saturday.
Officers responded after getting reports of people yelling for customers in the store to get on the floor.
Police say witnesses at the scene stated that four or five men walked into the store yelling “active shooter,” “gun” and “get on the ground.”
This caused shoppers and staff members to run out of the store in a panic.
Warminster police say the group then began laughing and left the store with a female. Complete article
WARMINSTER, Pa. (CBS) — Police in Warminster Township are searching for a group of individuals who they say caused panic inside of a Walmart after yelling that there was an active shooter inside. According to police, the chaos unfolded at the Walmart located at 100 East Street Road around 1:45 p.m. Saturday.
Officers responded after getting reports of people yelling for customers in the store to get on the floor.
Police say witnesses at the scene stated that four or five men walked into the store yelling “active shooter,” “gun” and “get on the ground.”
This caused shoppers and staff members to run out of the store in a panic.
Warminster police say the group then began laughing and left the store with a female. Complete article
Man sought after employee struck at Jacksonville Fla. Walmart 02/08/2020
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Investigators with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office released a photo of a man they said is suspected of striking an employee of a Westside Walmart.
It was reported to police last Sunday at the Walmart on Collins Road. Investigators said a man tried to leave the store without paying for merchandise.
Investigators said when an employee intervened, the employee was struck by the man. The man was seen leaving the area in a silver vehicle. Complete article
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Investigators with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office released a photo of a man they said is suspected of striking an employee of a Westside Walmart.
It was reported to police last Sunday at the Walmart on Collins Road. Investigators said a man tried to leave the store without paying for merchandise.
Investigators said when an employee intervened, the employee was struck by the man. The man was seen leaving the area in a silver vehicle. Complete article
Mysterious odor sickens Walmart customers in Little Egg Harbor NJ 02/08/2020
LITTLE EGG HARBOR, New Jersey (WPVI) -- A mysterious odor at a Walmart in Little Egg Harbor, Ocean County sickened customers.
Crews responded to the store on the 600 block of Route 9 around 10:45 p.m. Friday after several customers complained of a diesel fuel smell.
All customers were evacuated from the store.
Paramedics evaluated more than two dozen people at the scene. Complete article
LITTLE EGG HARBOR, New Jersey (WPVI) -- A mysterious odor at a Walmart in Little Egg Harbor, Ocean County sickened customers.
Crews responded to the store on the 600 block of Route 9 around 10:45 p.m. Friday after several customers complained of a diesel fuel smell.
All customers were evacuated from the store.
Paramedics evaluated more than two dozen people at the scene. Complete article
Casper Wyoming PD Make Arrest After Robbery Attempt At East Side Walmart 02/05/2020
Casper police made an arrest Wednesday after an attempted robbery at the east side Walmart.
Casper Police Department Public Information Officer Rebekah Ladd said the suspect was attempting to steal products and insinuated that he had a gun.
Police were immediately notified and quickly made it to the scene. The male suspect was taken into custody as he attempted to leave the store. Complete article
Casper police made an arrest Wednesday after an attempted robbery at the east side Walmart.
Casper Police Department Public Information Officer Rebekah Ladd said the suspect was attempting to steal products and insinuated that he had a gun.
Police were immediately notified and quickly made it to the scene. The male suspect was taken into custody as he attempted to leave the store. Complete article
Falmouth Me. Walmart, Flagship Premium Cinemas plaza evacuated 02/10/2020
FALMOUTH, Maine — Emergency crews are on at the Walmart complex in Falmouth to check on a report of a burning smell.
Fire and EMS workers tells NEWS CENTER Maine the report originated in the Flagship Premium Cinemas building and then extended into the connected Walmart store.
The buildings have been evacuated and power is shut off as crews investigate. Complete article
FALMOUTH, Maine — Emergency crews are on at the Walmart complex in Falmouth to check on a report of a burning smell.
Fire and EMS workers tells NEWS CENTER Maine the report originated in the Flagship Premium Cinemas building and then extended into the connected Walmart store.
The buildings have been evacuated and power is shut off as crews investigate. Complete article
High levels of arsenic found in bottled water sold at Walmart, Target, Whole Foods 02/09/2020
(CNN) — Tests conducted by a California nonprofit found high levels of arsenic levels in the water brands Peñafiel and Starkey, according to a report by CNN.
The testing, carried out by the Center for Environmental Health, found that Peñafiel and Starkey water contained higher levels of arsenic than tap water. The levels were high enough to violate California guidelines.
Peñafiel is owned by Keurig Dr. Pepper. It is sold at stores like Walmart and Target. Starkey is owned by and sold at Whole Foods.
The study corroborates Consumer Reports’ findings, which were released earlier in 2019. It found that Peñafiel and Starkey waters contained nearly double the federal limit of arsenic. Complete article
(CNN) — Tests conducted by a California nonprofit found high levels of arsenic levels in the water brands Peñafiel and Starkey, according to a report by CNN.
The testing, carried out by the Center for Environmental Health, found that Peñafiel and Starkey water contained higher levels of arsenic than tap water. The levels were high enough to violate California guidelines.
Peñafiel is owned by Keurig Dr. Pepper. It is sold at stores like Walmart and Target. Starkey is owned by and sold at Whole Foods.
The study corroborates Consumer Reports’ findings, which were released earlier in 2019. It found that Peñafiel and Starkey waters contained nearly double the federal limit of arsenic. Complete article
The Supply Side: SmileDirectClub lands in 3,800 Walmart stores 02/08/2020
Direct-to-consumer brand SmileDirectClub is spreading its wings with a recent deal that puts oral care products in 3,800 U.S. Walmart stores. The Nashville, Tenn.-based company approached Walmart about a year ago seeking to be a disruptive brand in a competitive category, according to Amy Keith, vice president of retail for SmileDirectClub.
“We are incredibly pleased to be partnering with Walmart as we share similar missions to provide more affordable and accessible healthcare. We feel this is a beneficial partnership that allows disruption in a category important to so many,” Keith said in an interview with the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal. Complete article
Direct-to-consumer brand SmileDirectClub is spreading its wings with a recent deal that puts oral care products in 3,800 U.S. Walmart stores. The Nashville, Tenn.-based company approached Walmart about a year ago seeking to be a disruptive brand in a competitive category, according to Amy Keith, vice president of retail for SmileDirectClub.
“We are incredibly pleased to be partnering with Walmart as we share similar missions to provide more affordable and accessible healthcare. We feel this is a beneficial partnership that allows disruption in a category important to so many,” Keith said in an interview with the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal. Complete article
Olean Woman Arrested for NY Walmart Shoplifting 02/09/2020
Blotter: Man attempts theft by repeatedly pushing cart out of Tx. Walmart, police say 02/08/2020
RCSD in search of man accused of grabbing teen inappropriately in SC Walmart 02/10/2020
Police: Man wanted for using 'misplaced debit card' at Warner Robins Ga. Walmart 02/10/2020
Gunman Dead, 2 Officers Hurt in Shooting at Forrest City Arkansas Walmart 02/10/2020
FORREST CITY — Two police officers were wounded and a gunman was killed Monday morning in an exchange of gunfire at a Walmart store in eastern Arkansas, authorities said.
Forrest City Police Chief Deon Lee said one of the officers was taken to a hospital about 45 miles to the east in Memphis where he was in surgery, and the initial prognosis is “he's going to be OK.”
The officers responded to the Forrest City Walmart after someone called police to report a man who was making threats and was “kind of talking out of his head,” Lee said at a news conference Monday afternoon. Arkansas State Police Spokesman Bill Sadler said local authorities have identified the suspect as Bobby Joe Gibbs, 40, of Forrest City, though the state crime lab has yet not confirmed his identity. Complete article
Suspect’s family ‘shocked’ by Forrest City Walmart shooting allegations 02/10/2020
Accused Walmart shooter struggled to find work, no violent history in St. Francis County 02/10/2020
FORREST CITY — Two police officers were wounded and a gunman was killed Monday morning in an exchange of gunfire at a Walmart store in eastern Arkansas, authorities said.
Forrest City Police Chief Deon Lee said one of the officers was taken to a hospital about 45 miles to the east in Memphis where he was in surgery, and the initial prognosis is “he's going to be OK.”
The officers responded to the Forrest City Walmart after someone called police to report a man who was making threats and was “kind of talking out of his head,” Lee said at a news conference Monday afternoon. Arkansas State Police Spokesman Bill Sadler said local authorities have identified the suspect as Bobby Joe Gibbs, 40, of Forrest City, though the state crime lab has yet not confirmed his identity. Complete article
Suspect’s family ‘shocked’ by Forrest City Walmart shooting allegations 02/10/2020
Accused Walmart shooter struggled to find work, no violent history in St. Francis County 02/10/2020
Woman arrested at Coffee County Tenn. Walmart collapses, later dies 02/10/2020
MANCHESTER, Tenn. (WKRN) — A public statement from the District Attorney General said a Coffee County woman died after collapsing in front of a Manchester Walmart.
According to the statement, this happened on Saturday when police were called to the store for the woman behaving erratically inside.
When police got there, the woman agreed to leave the store with the officer. A short time later, the woman escalated the situation and the officer was forced to detain her.
During this time, the woman collapsed. She was taken to the Unity Regional Hospital in Manchester and transferred to St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville, where she later died. Complete article
MANCHESTER, Tenn. (WKRN) — A public statement from the District Attorney General said a Coffee County woman died after collapsing in front of a Manchester Walmart.
According to the statement, this happened on Saturday when police were called to the store for the woman behaving erratically inside.
When police got there, the woman agreed to leave the store with the officer. A short time later, the woman escalated the situation and the officer was forced to detain her.
During this time, the woman collapsed. She was taken to the Unity Regional Hospital in Manchester and transferred to St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville, where she later died. Complete article
Man dead after being hit by car behind Tulsa Okla. Walmart 02/10/2020
TULSA, Okla. — Quick Facts:
A man is dead after being pinned between a car and a wall in south Tulsa.
It happened Monday near 71st and Memorial.
Tulsa police said the man was sleeping behind a Walmart when a car drove down the service road and hit him. Firefighters used the Jaws of Life to remove the car.
Police said the driver, Zachary Poland, is in custody on suspicion of manslaughter. Complete article
TULSA, Okla. — Quick Facts:
A man is dead after being pinned between a car and a wall in south Tulsa.
It happened Monday near 71st and Memorial.
Tulsa police said the man was sleeping behind a Walmart when a car drove down the service road and hit him. Firefighters used the Jaws of Life to remove the car.
Police said the driver, Zachary Poland, is in custody on suspicion of manslaughter. Complete article
White Nationalist march in DC near Union Station on Saturday Ending at Walmart 02/08/2020
Patriot Front has marched in D.C. before and is labeled by the Southern Poverty Law Center as a white nationalist group.
WASHINGTON — A march by the white nationalist group Patriot Front was done near Union Station in Washington around 4 p.m. on Saturday.
The members of Patriot Front that were marching shouted, "Reclaim America" as they moved down the streets of D.C. The group would later end their march at a Walmart in the Union Station area, as some onlookers called them cowards, said WUSA9's Mike Valerio. Complete article
Patriot Front has marched in D.C. before and is labeled by the Southern Poverty Law Center as a white nationalist group.
WASHINGTON — A march by the white nationalist group Patriot Front was done near Union Station in Washington around 4 p.m. on Saturday.
The members of Patriot Front that were marching shouted, "Reclaim America" as they moved down the streets of D.C. The group would later end their march at a Walmart in the Union Station area, as some onlookers called them cowards, said WUSA9's Mike Valerio. Complete article
NY Walmart employee charged with falsifying business records 02/10/2020
Ohio Walmart reopened after bomb threat causes evacuation 02/11/2020
Accused El Paso Tx. Walmart shooter appointed 2 new lawyers for Wednesday federal court appearance; judge rules no ‘perp walk’ 02/11/2020
Police: Suspect in Syracuse NY crime appears to have shot self outside Camillus Walmart 02/11/2020 Suspect eventually died, of suicide; headline for follow up article said he's expected to live, another one said he was identified, but his death was in the story not the headline. Follow up article that did mention it in the headline may not have been featured as high on Google.
CAMILLUS- Syracuse police say a criminal investigation led to a shooting outside the Walmart on West Genesee Street in Camillus Tuesday night.
The shooting was first reported to dispatch around 8:10 PM at the Camillus Commons Plaza.
Syracuse police say officers were in the parking lot of the Walmart looking for a suspect in a crime in Syracuse. Police did not give more details on that criminal investigation.
Police say officers found the suspect in the parking lot and tried to stop him. They say that's when his vehicle crashed. We saw a white SUV crashed into a tree on the scene near the Speedway. Complete article
Update: Man still alive after shooting outside Walmart in Camillus, DA says 02/11/2020
DA: Suspect shot himself after brief police chase in Camillus Walmart parking lot; expected to live 02/12/2020 A man wanted by Syracuse police for an old theft charge shot himself Tuesday night in a suicide attempt after a brief chase through the Camillus Walmart parking lot, according to Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick.
19-year-old who shot himself in parking lot of Camillus Walmart identified 02/21/2020 Jonathon C. D’Eredita Jr. was identified by a police source as the man who shot himself in the head Feb. 11 and later died at a Syracuse hospital.
DA: Man who shot himself in the head in Camillus Walmart parking lot dies 2 days after police chase 02/14/2020
CAMILLUS- Syracuse police say a criminal investigation led to a shooting outside the Walmart on West Genesee Street in Camillus Tuesday night.
The shooting was first reported to dispatch around 8:10 PM at the Camillus Commons Plaza.
Syracuse police say officers were in the parking lot of the Walmart looking for a suspect in a crime in Syracuse. Police did not give more details on that criminal investigation.
Police say officers found the suspect in the parking lot and tried to stop him. They say that's when his vehicle crashed. We saw a white SUV crashed into a tree on the scene near the Speedway. Complete article
Update: Man still alive after shooting outside Walmart in Camillus, DA says 02/11/2020
DA: Suspect shot himself after brief police chase in Camillus Walmart parking lot; expected to live 02/12/2020 A man wanted by Syracuse police for an old theft charge shot himself Tuesday night in a suicide attempt after a brief chase through the Camillus Walmart parking lot, according to Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick.
19-year-old who shot himself in parking lot of Camillus Walmart identified 02/21/2020 Jonathon C. D’Eredita Jr. was identified by a police source as the man who shot himself in the head Feb. 11 and later died at a Syracuse hospital.
DA: Man who shot himself in the head in Camillus Walmart parking lot dies 2 days after police chase 02/14/2020
Tallahassee Fla. Police: Body found inside car parked at Walmart on Thomasville Road 02/11/2020
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) — The Tallahassee Police Department is investigating after a body was found inside a car parked at the Walmart on Thomasville Road,
Shortly before 10 a.m. on Tuesday, police were called to the Walmart at 5500 Thomasville Road about a deceased person who had been found in a car.
The initial investigation has revealed the deceased was a 67-year-old woman and there is no evidence of foul play at this time. Complete article
Tallahassee Police identify woman found in Walmart parking lot, foul play not suspected 02/1/2020
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) — The Tallahassee Police Department is investigating after a body was found inside a car parked at the Walmart on Thomasville Road,
Shortly before 10 a.m. on Tuesday, police were called to the Walmart at 5500 Thomasville Road about a deceased person who had been found in a car.
The initial investigation has revealed the deceased was a 67-year-old woman and there is no evidence of foul play at this time. Complete article
Tallahassee Police identify woman found in Walmart parking lot, foul play not suspected 02/1/2020
Gainesville Fla. PD: Dunnellon man sprayed people with fire extinguisher at Walmart 02/11/2020
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) — A Dunnellon man was arrested Tuesday morning after police said he sprayed two people with a fire extinguisher at a Gainesville Walmart. According to the police report, Gregg David Atkisson, 33, went into the Walmart on NE 12th Avenue and grabbed a fire extinguisher near the garden section. Atkisson started breaking windows, doors and anti-theft devices totaling over $10,000 in damage.
The report also said Atkisson sprayed two people with the extinguisher and then grabbed two packs of cigarettes and left the store. Complete article
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) — A Dunnellon man was arrested Tuesday morning after police said he sprayed two people with a fire extinguisher at a Gainesville Walmart. According to the police report, Gregg David Atkisson, 33, went into the Walmart on NE 12th Avenue and grabbed a fire extinguisher near the garden section. Atkisson started breaking windows, doors and anti-theft devices totaling over $10,000 in damage.
The report also said Atkisson sprayed two people with the extinguisher and then grabbed two packs of cigarettes and left the store. Complete article
Walmart Supercenter Robbed in Fort Worth Tx. 02/11/2020
A Walmart Supercenter in Fort Worth was robbed on Tuesday, police say.
According to the Fort Worth Police Department, a man was shoplifting at a Walmart located at 3851 Airport Freeway when he was confronted by a loss prevention employee.
Police said the suspect pulled out a firearm and ran out of the store. Complete article
A Walmart Supercenter in Fort Worth was robbed on Tuesday, police say.
According to the Fort Worth Police Department, a man was shoplifting at a Walmart located at 3851 Airport Freeway when he was confronted by a loss prevention employee.
Police said the suspect pulled out a firearm and ran out of the store. Complete article
Lindale Man Pulls Gun on Another at East Rome Ga. Walmart 02/12/2020
Felix Barron Martinez, 38 of Lindale, was arrested this week after he allegedly pulled a gun on a 40 year-old man at Walmart in East Rome,
Reports said that Martinez, after pointing the gun at the victim, threatened to shoot him.
Martinez is charged with aggravated assault. Complete article
Felix Barron Martinez, 38 of Lindale, was arrested this week after he allegedly pulled a gun on a 40 year-old man at Walmart in East Rome,
Reports said that Martinez, after pointing the gun at the victim, threatened to shoot him.
Martinez is charged with aggravated assault. Complete article
Argument between Walmart shoppers leads to road rage in Poland, Ohio police say 02/11/2020
POLAND TWP., Ohio (WKBN) – Police are investigating a road rage incident that started after an argument at the Boardman Walmart.
It ended outside of a home along Lyon Boulevard in Poland Township.
According to Boardman Police Chief Todd Werth, officers think it started when two shoppers began arguing in the Walmart parking lot.
One of the shoppers followed the other home.
Officers from Boardman and Poland responded to the scene. When our news crew got there, there were several police cars and an ambulance. Complete article
POLAND TWP., Ohio (WKBN) – Police are investigating a road rage incident that started after an argument at the Boardman Walmart.
It ended outside of a home along Lyon Boulevard in Poland Township.
According to Boardman Police Chief Todd Werth, officers think it started when two shoppers began arguing in the Walmart parking lot.
One of the shoppers followed the other home.
Officers from Boardman and Poland responded to the scene. When our news crew got there, there were several police cars and an ambulance. Complete article
Apopka man accused of attacking women at Fla. Walmart, filming up their skirts, police say 02/11/2020
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Apopka police have filed new charges against a man they said pulled down an elderly woman's pants to record video of her.
Officers said Andrew Edwards, 23, victimized at least three other strangers before he was arrested last month.
Court documents show police fear Edwards is becoming more violent.
Edwards was arrested in January at a Dollar Tree for allegedly pulling a woman's pants down and filming her. He is now accused of victimizing other women, all at a Walmart.
Police said Edwards took a picture of a 48-year-old woman’s skirt on Dec. 28 while she looked at birthday cards. And on Jan. 5, a 31-year-old woman told police he filmed up her skirt while she bent down for something on a low shelf.
On Jan. 7, police said Edwards followed a 41-year-old woman to her car and as she began loading groceries into the trunk, he pushed her into her trunk, pulled down her pants, and snapped a picture. Complete article
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Apopka police have filed new charges against a man they said pulled down an elderly woman's pants to record video of her.
Officers said Andrew Edwards, 23, victimized at least three other strangers before he was arrested last month.
Court documents show police fear Edwards is becoming more violent.
Edwards was arrested in January at a Dollar Tree for allegedly pulling a woman's pants down and filming her. He is now accused of victimizing other women, all at a Walmart.
Police said Edwards took a picture of a 48-year-old woman’s skirt on Dec. 28 while she looked at birthday cards. And on Jan. 5, a 31-year-old woman told police he filmed up her skirt while she bent down for something on a low shelf.
On Jan. 7, police said Edwards followed a 41-year-old woman to her car and as she began loading groceries into the trunk, he pushed her into her trunk, pulled down her pants, and snapped a picture. Complete article
Bloomington Man Arrested After Causing Disturbance at Ind. Walmart 02/10/2020
(BEDFORD) – A Bloomington man was arrested Saturday after he caused a disturbance at Walmart.
Bedford Police officers were called to Walmart at 4:28 a.m. after a report of a man walking around the store talking to himself.
When officers arrived they found 52-year-old Dennis Bland sitting on a bench near the front of the store with his personal belongings scattered all around him.
“Mr. Bland showed the usual signs of intoxication and he was asked to use his cellphone to call someone to pick him up,” he said. “He refused to make a call and threw his cellphone. When officers went to arrest Mr. Bland he pulled away from the officers several times.”
Bland was transported to a local for a medical evaluation. While being evaluated he began yelling and screaming at the hospital staff. Complete article
(BEDFORD) – A Bloomington man was arrested Saturday after he caused a disturbance at Walmart.
Bedford Police officers were called to Walmart at 4:28 a.m. after a report of a man walking around the store talking to himself.
When officers arrived they found 52-year-old Dennis Bland sitting on a bench near the front of the store with his personal belongings scattered all around him.
“Mr. Bland showed the usual signs of intoxication and he was asked to use his cellphone to call someone to pick him up,” he said. “He refused to make a call and threw his cellphone. When officers went to arrest Mr. Bland he pulled away from the officers several times.”
Bland was transported to a local for a medical evaluation. While being evaluated he began yelling and screaming at the hospital staff. Complete article
Vehicle strikes Okla. Walmart employee 02/11/2020
The Stillwater Police Department was dispatched at 9:40 a.m. Tuesday morning regarding a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle.
The accident occurred in the 2000 block of N. Perkins Road. The pedestrian that was hit was an employee for Walmart.
“She was down cleaning where the fuel tank was and the driver didn’t see her,” Officer Richard Alley said.
According to Alley, the victim was transported by LifeNet to the Stillwater Medical Center with head and torso injuries. Complete article
The Stillwater Police Department was dispatched at 9:40 a.m. Tuesday morning regarding a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle.
The accident occurred in the 2000 block of N. Perkins Road. The pedestrian that was hit was an employee for Walmart.
“She was down cleaning where the fuel tank was and the driver didn’t see her,” Officer Richard Alley said.
According to Alley, the victim was transported by LifeNet to the Stillwater Medical Center with head and torso injuries. Complete article
Walmart truck full of baby wipes overturns on I-70 in WV 02/11/2020
WHEELING, W. Va. (WTOV) — A tractor-trailer carrying baby wipes overturned on a busy highway Monday afternoon.
A U.S. Express truck hauling a Walmart tractor-trailer was driving eastbound on Interstate 70 around 1:30 p.m. when it left the right side of the roadway. Complete article
WHEELING, W. Va. (WTOV) — A tractor-trailer carrying baby wipes overturned on a busy highway Monday afternoon.
A U.S. Express truck hauling a Walmart tractor-trailer was driving eastbound on Interstate 70 around 1:30 p.m. when it left the right side of the roadway. Complete article
Wash. Walmart arrest case not quite closed yet 02/12/2020
Clarkston man hasn’t signed agreement not to sue, saying it doesn’t protect him.
ASOTIN — The Clarkston man at the center of a Walmart arrest that was depicted in a viral video last summer was back in Asotin County District Court on Tuesday afternoon.
Mark A. Domino, 53, has not signed an agreement with the city of Clarkston that would bring his case to an end. In November, he agreed not to sue the city of Clarkston or police officers Chris Lorz and Anthony Bennett, but Domino has yet to sign on the dotted line.
“It seems like they’re trying to cover too much butt in the agreement,” Domino said. “I did agree not to sue the city or those two officers, but this paperwork also lists all agents, employees, insurers, attorneys. To me, it seems like everyone is covered by this except me.” Complete article
Clarkston man hasn’t signed agreement not to sue, saying it doesn’t protect him.
ASOTIN — The Clarkston man at the center of a Walmart arrest that was depicted in a viral video last summer was back in Asotin County District Court on Tuesday afternoon.
Mark A. Domino, 53, has not signed an agreement with the city of Clarkston that would bring his case to an end. In November, he agreed not to sue the city of Clarkston or police officers Chris Lorz and Anthony Bennett, but Domino has yet to sign on the dotted line.
“It seems like they’re trying to cover too much butt in the agreement,” Domino said. “I did agree not to sue the city or those two officers, but this paperwork also lists all agents, employees, insurers, attorneys. To me, it seems like everyone is covered by this except me.” Complete article
Truck group backs Walmart on appeal 02/11/2020
Walmart Inc.'s request that a federal appeals court reconsider its decision to uphold a $54.6 million jury award to California truck drivers has the support of the nation's largest trucking industry trade group, according to recent court filings.
The Bentonville-based retailer asked the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in a petition filed Jan. 21 for a rehearing on its Jan. 6 ruling that upheld the award from a lower court. A class of Walmart truck drivers claims the company violated California employment law by not paying them for required layovers.
The American Trucking Associations, along with the California Trucking Association and two for-hire carriers, jointly filed an amicus brief Feb. 3 supporting Walmart's request. The brief focuses on one of the three issues Walmart raised, stating the lower court interpreted employers' standard of "control" over drivers during nondriving times in a way that conflicts with federal hours-of-service regulations. Complete article
Walmart Inc.'s request that a federal appeals court reconsider its decision to uphold a $54.6 million jury award to California truck drivers has the support of the nation's largest trucking industry trade group, according to recent court filings.
The Bentonville-based retailer asked the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in a petition filed Jan. 21 for a rehearing on its Jan. 6 ruling that upheld the award from a lower court. A class of Walmart truck drivers claims the company violated California employment law by not paying them for required layovers.
The American Trucking Associations, along with the California Trucking Association and two for-hire carriers, jointly filed an amicus brief Feb. 3 supporting Walmart's request. The brief focuses on one of the three issues Walmart raised, stating the lower court interpreted employers' standard of "control" over drivers during nondriving times in a way that conflicts with federal hours-of-service regulations. Complete article
Man steals $50K+ in cell phones from Valley Alabama Walmart 02/11/2020
Recognize this man at Walmart? Portage Ind. police seek public's help 02/11/2020
Lindale Man Jailed for Ga. Walmart Theft 02/11/2020
Douglas investigators seek identity of suspects using stolen credit card a Walmart south of Carson City Nevada 02/11/2020
Officer Buys Plane Ticket Home For Heartbroken Woman Stranded In Ariz. Walmart After Falling Victim To Dating Scam 02/12/2020
2 men shot at Walmart in Midtown Mobile Alabama 02/12/2020 Upgraded to Homicide, both victims & suspects dead
Two men were shot inside a Walmart Neighborhood Market on Government Boulevard Wednesday night.
Police arrived to the scene at approximately 9 p.m. in reference to gunshots fired inside of the the store. According to police two people inside of the Walmart were involved in an altercation which resulted in them shooting each other.
Both men have been transported to a local hospital with the condition of both men still unknown at this time. Police have yet to release the identity of either man. Complete article
Homicide investigation underway after shooting at Walmart store in Mobile County 02/13/2020
Dispute at Mobile Walmart ends with shots fired, two men dead 02/13/2020
Official: Man in wheelchair fired first shot in deadly Walmart gunfight 02/17/2020
Two men were shot inside a Walmart Neighborhood Market on Government Boulevard Wednesday night.
Police arrived to the scene at approximately 9 p.m. in reference to gunshots fired inside of the the store. According to police two people inside of the Walmart were involved in an altercation which resulted in them shooting each other.
Both men have been transported to a local hospital with the condition of both men still unknown at this time. Police have yet to release the identity of either man. Complete article
Homicide investigation underway after shooting at Walmart store in Mobile County 02/13/2020
Dispute at Mobile Walmart ends with shots fired, two men dead 02/13/2020
Official: Man in wheelchair fired first shot in deadly Walmart gunfight 02/17/2020
Police: Walmart Shoppers, Employees Stop Attempted Rape Of Woman Inside Plantation Fla. Store 02/12/2020
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Police say a group of Walmart shoppers and employees stopped a man from raping a woman inside a Plantation store Saturday morning.
Plantation police said it happened at the store in the 1800 block of N. Pine Island Road at around 8:40 a.m.
The arrest report says an employee heard a woman screaming for help and several shoppers and employees ran to find Andrew Handley, 24, on top of a woman.
Handley, police said, had pinned the woman to the ground and witnesses said the woman was screaming and trying to free herself. Complete article
Man Who Tried to Sexually Batter Woman in Plantation Walmart Blamed ‘Sexual Urges’: Police 02/1/2020
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Police say a group of Walmart shoppers and employees stopped a man from raping a woman inside a Plantation store Saturday morning.
Plantation police said it happened at the store in the 1800 block of N. Pine Island Road at around 8:40 a.m.
The arrest report says an employee heard a woman screaming for help and several shoppers and employees ran to find Andrew Handley, 24, on top of a woman.
Handley, police said, had pinned the woman to the ground and witnesses said the woman was screaming and trying to free herself. Complete article
Man Who Tried to Sexually Batter Woman in Plantation Walmart Blamed ‘Sexual Urges’: Police 02/1/2020
Cops: Jail employee stole Clayton County Ga. inmate’s credit card to use at Walmart 02/12/2020
Credit card fraud can happen to anyone, including inmates.
After getting out of jail, a former Clayton County inmate called the sheriff’s office to report that her credit card was used at a Walmart in Stockbridge during her time in custody.
The ensuing investigation led to the arrest of a jail employee, authorities said.
Hyacient Esther Benjamin, 27, of Stockbridge, was arrested Wednesday on a count of financial transaction card theft, the Clayton County Sheriff’s Office said in a news release. She is an employee of TKC Holdings, a company that receives and stores property for people housed in the county’s jail. Complete article
Credit card fraud can happen to anyone, including inmates.
After getting out of jail, a former Clayton County inmate called the sheriff’s office to report that her credit card was used at a Walmart in Stockbridge during her time in custody.
The ensuing investigation led to the arrest of a jail employee, authorities said.
Hyacient Esther Benjamin, 27, of Stockbridge, was arrested Wednesday on a count of financial transaction card theft, the Clayton County Sheriff’s Office said in a news release. She is an employee of TKC Holdings, a company that receives and stores property for people housed in the county’s jail. Complete article
Joplin Missouri Walmart robbed, authorities looking for suspect 02/12/2020
JOPLIN, Mo. (KSNF) — Authorities are searching for a suspect who robbed the Money Center at the 15th Street Walmart in Joplin Wednesday night.
Joplin Police confirm with KSN/KODE a strong armed robbery happened tonight shortly before 6pm.
The suspect is still on the run. Complete article
Man arrested in Joplin Walmart robbery 02/24/2020
JOPLIN, Mo. (KSNF) — Authorities are searching for a suspect who robbed the Money Center at the 15th Street Walmart in Joplin Wednesday night.
Joplin Police confirm with KSN/KODE a strong armed robbery happened tonight shortly before 6pm.
The suspect is still on the run. Complete article
Man arrested in Joplin Walmart robbery 02/24/2020
Woman scams Nebraska WalMart clerks, walks away with $1,800 02/13/2020
LINCOLN, Neb. – Lincoln Police said a scammer walked away with $1,800 in gift cards and cash after she went into two WalMarts and scammed the clerk.
LPD said on February 10 around 6 p.m., a woman walked into WalMart at 27th and Pine Lake Road and said she used to work at a different WalMart location.
She asked the clerk to put a code into the computer and said she wanted $400 on a WalMart gift card and $500 in cash.
Police said the woman then walked away and never paid. Complete article
LINCOLN, Neb. – Lincoln Police said a scammer walked away with $1,800 in gift cards and cash after she went into two WalMarts and scammed the clerk.
LPD said on February 10 around 6 p.m., a woman walked into WalMart at 27th and Pine Lake Road and said she used to work at a different WalMart location.
She asked the clerk to put a code into the computer and said she wanted $400 on a WalMart gift card and $500 in cash.
Police said the woman then walked away and never paid. Complete article
Lawsuit: Walmart Worker Crushed Morris County NJ Man's Hand With Shopping Carts 02/13/2020
A Morris County man is suing Walmart, saying his hand was severely injured by a worker who apparently rammed him with a shopping cart.
Roxbury Township resident Nicholas Puco claims he sustained “severe and disabling injuries” to his left hand at the Walmart on International Drive South in Mount Olive Township on April 19, 2019.
The suit, which was filed in Morris County Superior Court, claims that the store is unsafe because its workers were not properly trained, monitored and supervised in the operation of work equipment. Complete article
A Morris County man is suing Walmart, saying his hand was severely injured by a worker who apparently rammed him with a shopping cart.
Roxbury Township resident Nicholas Puco claims he sustained “severe and disabling injuries” to his left hand at the Walmart on International Drive South in Mount Olive Township on April 19, 2019.
The suit, which was filed in Morris County Superior Court, claims that the store is unsafe because its workers were not properly trained, monitored and supervised in the operation of work equipment. Complete article
This pricey drink was sold by text message. Now it’s hitting Walmart shelves 02/12/2020
Five years ago, Zak Normandin started selling a sleek, pricey, low-calorie beverage called Dirty Lemon via text message. Now, Dirty Lemon is growing up.
Since Normandin launched the drink in 2015 he’s expanded the company, rebranding it as Iris Nova and adding other beverages to its portfolio. And soon, Dirty Lemon will make the ultimate jump into the mainstream: It will be available at Walmart — something of a sea change for the company.
Selling at Walmart is “different than the way that we’ve historically sold Dirty Lemon,” Normandin told CNN Business. But, he said, at this point working with retailers is “the only way forward.” Complete article
Five years ago, Zak Normandin started selling a sleek, pricey, low-calorie beverage called Dirty Lemon via text message. Now, Dirty Lemon is growing up.
Since Normandin launched the drink in 2015 he’s expanded the company, rebranding it as Iris Nova and adding other beverages to its portfolio. And soon, Dirty Lemon will make the ultimate jump into the mainstream: It will be available at Walmart — something of a sea change for the company.
Selling at Walmart is “different than the way that we’ve historically sold Dirty Lemon,” Normandin told CNN Business. But, he said, at this point working with retailers is “the only way forward.” Complete article
El Paso Tx. Walmart shooting suspect makes initial appearance in federal court 02/12/2020
Albuquerque NM Walmart evacuated after bomb threat 02/12/2020
Police: Man recorded 15-year-old girl changing in Fowlerville Mich. Walmart dressing room 02/13/2020
Investigators arrest 3 suspects accused of stealing 30 Apple iPhones from Ocoee Fla. Walmart 02/1/2020
Two women arrested for misuse of Tx. Walmart self-checkout 02/12/2020
Suspect stole $4,000 jewelry from alabama Walmart, police say 02/12/2020
Banned from Bayonne NJ Walmart, man is caught shoplifting there: police 02/13/2020
Public’s help requested to identify Tx. Walmart shoplifting suspect 02/1/2020
Walmart thief caught swapping bar codes before running from Charlotte County Fla. store 02/12/2020
Person reportedly displays a gun in a Colorado Springs Walmart parking lot prompting a lockdown 02/13/2020
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - Police were called to a disturbance at a Walmart in Colorado Springs on Thursday.
Officers were on scene a little after 6 p.m. The store was put on lockdown, according to multiple 11 News viewers who were in the building at the time. The store was back open at about 6:30 p.m.
Police had limited information last time this article was updated. They had received a 911 call about a person displaying a gun. When officers arrived on scene the person had already left. There were no reports of shots fired and no reports of any injuries. Complete article
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - Police were called to a disturbance at a Walmart in Colorado Springs on Thursday.
Officers were on scene a little after 6 p.m. The store was put on lockdown, according to multiple 11 News viewers who were in the building at the time. The store was back open at about 6:30 p.m.
Police had limited information last time this article was updated. They had received a 911 call about a person displaying a gun. When officers arrived on scene the person had already left. There were no reports of shots fired and no reports of any injuries. Complete article
'I know it looks bad' | Registered sex offender accused of following teen sisters from Missouri Walmart all the way to police station 02/13/2020
ST. PETERS, Mo. — A registered sex offender is facing new charges in St. Charles County after police said he followed two sisters he saw at a Walmart.
Matthew Foerstel was charged with stalking, harassment and assault in connection with the Wednesday incident.
According to the probable cause statement, the victims — an 18-year-old and a 13-year-old — first noticed Foerstel when they were walking from the store on Mid Rivers Mall Drive in St. Peters to their car. They said he backed his truck down the parking aisle while they walked to their car, then followed close behind them as they left the parking lot.
The 18-year-old said she got suspicious and told her younger sister to call police. After making several unnecessary turns on the way home, she decided to go back to Walmart because she was so worried, the probable cause statement said.
The 911 operator told them to drive to the police station, which they did. While the sisters were inside the police station reporting what was happening, Foerstel pulled onto the lot, the statement said. Complete article
ST. PETERS, Mo. — A registered sex offender is facing new charges in St. Charles County after police said he followed two sisters he saw at a Walmart.
Matthew Foerstel was charged with stalking, harassment and assault in connection with the Wednesday incident.
According to the probable cause statement, the victims — an 18-year-old and a 13-year-old — first noticed Foerstel when they were walking from the store on Mid Rivers Mall Drive in St. Peters to their car. They said he backed his truck down the parking aisle while they walked to their car, then followed close behind them as they left the parking lot.
The 18-year-old said she got suspicious and told her younger sister to call police. After making several unnecessary turns on the way home, she decided to go back to Walmart because she was so worried, the probable cause statement said.
The 911 operator told them to drive to the police station, which they did. While the sisters were inside the police station reporting what was happening, Foerstel pulled onto the lot, the statement said. Complete article
Ex-youth softball coach arrested for recording teen in Mich. Walmart changing room 02/13/2020
FOWLERVILLE, Mich. (FOX 2) - A former softball coach for young girls is accused of recording a teen inside a Walmart changing room.
Joseph Busha, 33, was a volunteer softball coach for two years accused of filming an underage girl inside the Fowlerville store last month. Complete article
FOWLERVILLE, Mich. (FOX 2) - A former softball coach for young girls is accused of recording a teen inside a Walmart changing room.
Joseph Busha, 33, was a volunteer softball coach for two years accused of filming an underage girl inside the Fowlerville store last month. Complete article
Man destroys would-be thief with shopping cart in Ga. Walmart parking lot 02/14/2020
A vigilante shopper stopped a thief in his tracks by rolling his cart directly into the robber as he ran through a Walmart parking lot in Georgia, a report said.
The good Samaritan can be seen on surveillance video obtained by FOX 5 Atlanta as he launches his shopping cart straight into the path of the shoplifter, causing the man the tumble to the ground.
“He was able to help us take him into custody without injury to anyone including the offender,” Sgt. Chris Hyatt of Peachtree City Police told the outlet. Complete article
A vigilante shopper stopped a thief in his tracks by rolling his cart directly into the robber as he ran through a Walmart parking lot in Georgia, a report said.
The good Samaritan can be seen on surveillance video obtained by FOX 5 Atlanta as he launches his shopping cart straight into the path of the shoplifter, causing the man the tumble to the ground.
“He was able to help us take him into custody without injury to anyone including the offender,” Sgt. Chris Hyatt of Peachtree City Police told the outlet. Complete article
Police searching for woman involved in hit and run at Tx. Walmart 02/13/2020
The Odessa Police Department is reportedly looking for a woman who was involved in a hit and run in a Walmart parking lot.
The reported hit and run occurred at 10:20 p.m. Feb. 7 in the Walmart parking lot located at 4210 North JBS Parkway, an OPD press release stated.
Investigation showed the driver of a white Dodge sedan collided with a white truck and left the scene without meeting necessary legal requirements. Complete article
The Odessa Police Department is reportedly looking for a woman who was involved in a hit and run in a Walmart parking lot.
The reported hit and run occurred at 10:20 p.m. Feb. 7 in the Walmart parking lot located at 4210 North JBS Parkway, an OPD press release stated.
Investigation showed the driver of a white Dodge sedan collided with a white truck and left the scene without meeting necessary legal requirements. Complete article
Walmart shuts down its experimental personal shopping service, Jet black 02/13/2020
Walmart is shutting down its personal shopping service, Jet black, on February 21, after struggling to find adoption or additional investment. The service had allowed New York-area customers to text message orders for home delivery. According to its website, Jet black will now no longer accept new orders and will refund its customers their most recent $50 monthly membership fee.
The retailer is trying to spin the shutdown as a learning experience, noting that part of the initiative was to test and build technology that could eventually be applied to other parts of Walmart’s business. In Jet black’s case, Walmart learned about conversational commerce and how customers could use text messages to shop.
But according to an earlier report from The Wall Street Journal, Walmart had discussed investment with several potential partners, including Microsoft and VC firm NEA. Those talks didn’t pan out. Jet black, the report said, had gained fewer than 1,000 customers and remained a money-losing business. Complete article
The Drive-Thru: The companies revolutionizing retail, All-Star Weekend approaching, and layoffs at Wayfair, Walmart, and Kohl's 02/14/2020
Walmart is shutting down its personal shopping service, Jet black, on February 21, after struggling to find adoption or additional investment. The service had allowed New York-area customers to text message orders for home delivery. According to its website, Jet black will now no longer accept new orders and will refund its customers their most recent $50 monthly membership fee.
The retailer is trying to spin the shutdown as a learning experience, noting that part of the initiative was to test and build technology that could eventually be applied to other parts of Walmart’s business. In Jet black’s case, Walmart learned about conversational commerce and how customers could use text messages to shop.
But according to an earlier report from The Wall Street Journal, Walmart had discussed investment with several potential partners, including Microsoft and VC firm NEA. Those talks didn’t pan out. Jet black, the report said, had gained fewer than 1,000 customers and remained a money-losing business. Complete article
The Drive-Thru: The companies revolutionizing retail, All-Star Weekend approaching, and layoffs at Wayfair, Walmart, and Kohl's 02/14/2020
Flood damage causes Tyler Tx. Walmart closure 02/13/2020
Police arrest two for allegedly trying to walk out of Tx. Walmart with $200 worth of unpaid merchandise 02/13/2020
Man indicted for January murder inside New Orleans East La. Walmart 02/13/2020
Police looking for pair who used stolen credit card at Walmart in Moline Iowa 02/13/2020
Two arrested after foot pursuit at La Grange Tx. Walmart 02/13/2020
Man indicted in fatal shooting of Louisiana Walmart employee in January 02/14/2020
Man in critical condition after being shot at Walmart in Scarborough Me. 02/14/2020
Police say the shooter and a female who was with him knew the man who was wounded in the store's the parking lot, which was cordoned off with crime scene tape and scoured by investigators, including state police detectives.
SCARBOROUGH — A man was in critical condition at Maine Medical Center after being shot outside his vehicle in the parking lot at Walmart on Friday night, police said.
Police did not provide details about the shooting as they collected evidence at the scene and interviewed the people involved.
“The shooter, as well as the female passenger that he was with, have been cooperative with the investigation thus far,” said Maine State Police Lt. Mark Holmquist as he answered questions from reporters after 10 p.m. “They’re being interviewed right now by state police detectives.” Complete article
Victim in Scarborough Walmart shooting undergoes surgery 02/17/2020
Police say the shooter and a female who was with him knew the man who was wounded in the store's the parking lot, which was cordoned off with crime scene tape and scoured by investigators, including state police detectives.
SCARBOROUGH — A man was in critical condition at Maine Medical Center after being shot outside his vehicle in the parking lot at Walmart on Friday night, police said.
Police did not provide details about the shooting as they collected evidence at the scene and interviewed the people involved.
“The shooter, as well as the female passenger that he was with, have been cooperative with the investigation thus far,” said Maine State Police Lt. Mark Holmquist as he answered questions from reporters after 10 p.m. “They’re being interviewed right now by state police detectives.” Complete article
Victim in Scarborough Walmart shooting undergoes surgery 02/17/2020
One shot after reported robbery at Georgetown Ky. Walmart 02/14/2020
GEORGETOWN, Ky. (WKYT) - Georgetown Police are investigating a shooting that took place in the Walmart parking lot Friday.
Police say it started as a robbery around 9 p.m. At some point, the robbery victim was shot.
According to police, that victim drove himself to a Speedway gas station to get help and was taken to a hospital. Police tell WKYT that the victim's injuries did not appear to be life-threatening.
No arrests have been made at this time, but police are working to identify a suspect. Complete article
GEORGETOWN, Ky. (WKYT) - Georgetown Police are investigating a shooting that took place in the Walmart parking lot Friday.
Police say it started as a robbery around 9 p.m. At some point, the robbery victim was shot.
According to police, that victim drove himself to a Speedway gas station to get help and was taken to a hospital. Police tell WKYT that the victim's injuries did not appear to be life-threatening.
No arrests have been made at this time, but police are working to identify a suspect. Complete article
Man arrested on suspicion of domestic violence, kidnapping after fight in Kansas Walmart parking lot 02/14/2020
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) Wichita police arrested a man on suspicion of domestic violence and kidnapping after a fight in a Walmart parking lot led to a chase.
Police say around 2:20 p.m. Wednesday, 43-year-old Carlton Albertson met with a woman at the Walmart on west Kellogg to exchange property.
Witnesses told police that Albertson grabbed the woman by the hair and forced her in an SUV.
Friends who were with the woman chased after him in a pontiac which ended in a crash near Pawnee and Vine. Complete article
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) Wichita police arrested a man on suspicion of domestic violence and kidnapping after a fight in a Walmart parking lot led to a chase.
Police say around 2:20 p.m. Wednesday, 43-year-old Carlton Albertson met with a woman at the Walmart on west Kellogg to exchange property.
Witnesses told police that Albertson grabbed the woman by the hair and forced her in an SUV.
Friends who were with the woman chased after him in a pontiac which ended in a crash near Pawnee and Vine. Complete article
Snakes near the cakes? It happened at an Asheboro NC Walmart 02/14/2020
A viewer asked us why a customer was allowed to bring a snake to the store. Here's what Walmart told us about its support animal policy.
We've all seen a service animal in one shape or another. They're almost always a dog trained to help someone with a physical or emotional disability.
So when someone called our station saying that someone brought a snake into the Asheboro Walmart, we had to make some calls to verify.
According to a manager at the East Dixie drive location, it did happen. He checked with his staff and someone did walk into their location with a snake at some point this week. The person claimed that the reptile was a service or support animal. Complete article
A viewer asked us why a customer was allowed to bring a snake to the store. Here's what Walmart told us about its support animal policy.
We've all seen a service animal in one shape or another. They're almost always a dog trained to help someone with a physical or emotional disability.
So when someone called our station saying that someone brought a snake into the Asheboro Walmart, we had to make some calls to verify.
According to a manager at the East Dixie drive location, it did happen. He checked with his staff and someone did walk into their location with a snake at some point this week. The person claimed that the reptile was a service or support animal. Complete article
Case dismissed against driver who hit, killed toddler at Sunnyside Wash. Walmart parking lot 02/14/2020
Eating at Denny’s. Sleeping at Walmart. What Could Go Wrong? 02/15/2020
Police: Suspect took electronics from Naugatuck Conn. Walmart 02/15/2020
Police search for couple accused of using stolen credit card at RI Walmart 02/17/2020
Calverton Park off-duty police officer shot while working at Ferguson Missouri Walmart 02/17/2020
FERGUSON — Police released photos Monday of the suspected shoplifter who investigators say shot an off-duty Calverton Park police officer inside a Walmart store in Ferguson.
The officer, hit three times, was treated at Barnes-Jewish Hospital for injuries not considered life-threatening.
“He’s in good spirits, and he’s home recovering right now,” Calverton Park police Officer Chris Robertson told the Post-Dispatch on Monday. The officer’s body armor, or bullet-resistant vest, protected him, Robertson said.
A Walmart loss-prevention officer who has military training wrapped his own belt around the injured officer’s arm to stop the bleeding Sunday before rescuers arrived. And a Ferguson officer replaced the belt with a tourniquet, Ferguson police Capt. Harry Dilworth said. Complete article
Suspect accused of shooting officer at Ferguson Walmart charged 02/19/2020
FERGUSON — Police released photos Monday of the suspected shoplifter who investigators say shot an off-duty Calverton Park police officer inside a Walmart store in Ferguson.
The officer, hit three times, was treated at Barnes-Jewish Hospital for injuries not considered life-threatening.
“He’s in good spirits, and he’s home recovering right now,” Calverton Park police Officer Chris Robertson told the Post-Dispatch on Monday. The officer’s body armor, or bullet-resistant vest, protected him, Robertson said.
A Walmart loss-prevention officer who has military training wrapped his own belt around the injured officer’s arm to stop the bleeding Sunday before rescuers arrived. And a Ferguson officer replaced the belt with a tourniquet, Ferguson police Capt. Harry Dilworth said. Complete article
Suspect accused of shooting officer at Ferguson Walmart charged 02/19/2020
Walmart employees find dead body in bathroom at Forsyth, Georgia store 02/17/2020
FORSYTH, Ga. — A dead body was found inside the bathroom of a Walmart store in Georgia, and police were trying to determine Monday what happened.
Walmart employees made the grisly discovery early Monday morning, according to news outlets, which said investigators believe the body could have been in the store’s bathroom all night. The cause of death wasn’t immediately known, and the person’s identity wasn’t released Monday.
Maj. Alexander Daniels with the Forsyth Police Department said the person isn’t a Walmart employee, and officials don’t know if a crime was involved. The body was being sent to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation Crime Lab for testing. Complete article
FORSYTH, Ga. — A dead body was found inside the bathroom of a Walmart store in Georgia, and police were trying to determine Monday what happened.
Walmart employees made the grisly discovery early Monday morning, according to news outlets, which said investigators believe the body could have been in the store’s bathroom all night. The cause of death wasn’t immediately known, and the person’s identity wasn’t released Monday.
Maj. Alexander Daniels with the Forsyth Police Department said the person isn’t a Walmart employee, and officials don’t know if a crime was involved. The body was being sent to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation Crime Lab for testing. Complete article
Milwaukee Wisc. police seek suspect who cut man with box cutter at Walmart 02/17/2020
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Milwaukee police are asking for the public's help to identify a suspect who injured a victim with a box cutter inside a Walmart located near 27th and Ohio.
The incident happened on Saturday, Jan. 25 around 3:35 p.m.
According to police, the suspect got into a physical fight with the victim and caused a laceration with the box cutter. The victim required medical attention. Complete article
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Milwaukee police are asking for the public's help to identify a suspect who injured a victim with a box cutter inside a Walmart located near 27th and Ohio.
The incident happened on Saturday, Jan. 25 around 3:35 p.m.
According to police, the suspect got into a physical fight with the victim and caused a laceration with the box cutter. The victim required medical attention. Complete article
Police: Ohio Walmart shoplifting suspect stabs self in neck after struggle with officer 02/17/2020
EVENDALE, Ohio — A man suspected of shoplifting stabbed himself in the neck outside the Evendale Walmart, police said Monday afternoon.
It happened around 2 p.m. at the Walmart Supercenter in the 2800 block of Cunningham Drive.
According to officials with the Evendale Police Department, the shoplifting suspect fled from security personnel at the store.
Police were called, and a responding officer spotted a man matching the suspect's description on the east side of the parking lot. Complete article
EVENDALE, Ohio — A man suspected of shoplifting stabbed himself in the neck outside the Evendale Walmart, police said Monday afternoon.
It happened around 2 p.m. at the Walmart Supercenter in the 2800 block of Cunningham Drive.
According to officials with the Evendale Police Department, the shoplifting suspect fled from security personnel at the store.
Police were called, and a responding officer spotted a man matching the suspect's description on the east side of the parking lot. Complete article
Trooper hurt when struck by drugged-out Wash. Walmart shoplifter fleeing scene: WSP 02/17/2020
COLLEGE PLACE, Wash. -- A trooper was injured when his patrol car was struck by a drugged-out shoplifter who was racing away from a Walmart near Walla Walla Sunday night, according to the Washington State Patrol.
It was just after 10 p.m. when the call went out for a shoplifting in progress at Walmart in College Place, Trooper Chris Thorson told KOMO NewsRadio. A nearby trooper decided to head that way to see if he could assist.
"As the trooper was approaching the area, the suspect was actually fleeing the scene without any headlights on and struck the trooper at the intersection," Thorson said. Complete article
COLLEGE PLACE, Wash. -- A trooper was injured when his patrol car was struck by a drugged-out shoplifter who was racing away from a Walmart near Walla Walla Sunday night, according to the Washington State Patrol.
It was just after 10 p.m. when the call went out for a shoplifting in progress at Walmart in College Place, Trooper Chris Thorson told KOMO NewsRadio. A nearby trooper decided to head that way to see if he could assist.
"As the trooper was approaching the area, the suspect was actually fleeing the scene without any headlights on and struck the trooper at the intersection," Thorson said. Complete article
Police chase starts at Blaine Minn. Walmart, ends after PIT maneuver on Hwy. 65 02/17/2020
BLAINE, Minn. (FOX 9) - A police chase that started at a Walmart in Blaine, Minnesota ended with a crash on Highway 65 that left three people injured Monday morning.
According to the Blaine Police Department, at 5:30 a.m., officers were called to the Walmart off Ulysses Street Northeast on a report of a suspicious man wandering through the parking lot looking into vehicles. Officers learned the vehicle the man was driving a stolen vehicle.
As officers arrived, they saw the suspect vehicle leaving the scene. They attempted to stop the vehicle, but the suspect fled towards Highway 65. Complete article
BLAINE, Minn. (FOX 9) - A police chase that started at a Walmart in Blaine, Minnesota ended with a crash on Highway 65 that left three people injured Monday morning.
According to the Blaine Police Department, at 5:30 a.m., officers were called to the Walmart off Ulysses Street Northeast on a report of a suspicious man wandering through the parking lot looking into vehicles. Officers learned the vehicle the man was driving a stolen vehicle.
As officers arrived, they saw the suspect vehicle leaving the scene. They attempted to stop the vehicle, but the suspect fled towards Highway 65. Complete article
Man, 41, Wanted For Attempted Murder In Mariposa County Arrested At Modesto Ca. Walmart 02/15/2020
MARIPOSA COUNTY (CBS13) — A man wanted for attempted murder in Mariposa County was arrested Saturday in the parking lot of a Modesto Walmart, authorities said.
The Mariposa County Sheriff’s Office said Jeron Daniel Roberts, 41, is accused of shooting a victim after the two engaged in a fight in the area of Greeley Hill on Friday.
Roberts was located Saturday morning by police in the Walmart parking lot on McHenry Avenue in Modesto.
Mariposa deputies said Roberts is on active CDC parole, suffers from mental illness and has gang affiliations. Complete article
MARIPOSA COUNTY (CBS13) — A man wanted for attempted murder in Mariposa County was arrested Saturday in the parking lot of a Modesto Walmart, authorities said.
The Mariposa County Sheriff’s Office said Jeron Daniel Roberts, 41, is accused of shooting a victim after the two engaged in a fight in the area of Greeley Hill on Friday.
Roberts was located Saturday morning by police in the Walmart parking lot on McHenry Avenue in Modesto.
Mariposa deputies said Roberts is on active CDC parole, suffers from mental illness and has gang affiliations. Complete article
Brick NJ Walmart robbery suspect punched store security guard, police say 02/15/2020
BRICK - An 18-year-old township woman punched a Walmart security guard after she was confronted about items she tried to steal, police said.
The theft prevention officer at the Route 88 location tried to stop two customers from leaving the store with unpaid merchandise on Friday, according to a news release from Sgt. Jim Kelly, a spokesman for Brick police.
When confronted, one of the customers — later identified as Kiana Craig — punched the officer twice in the left side of his face. A second theft officer tried to intervene, but the pair fled the store, leaving the stolen items behind, Kelly said. Complete article
BRICK - An 18-year-old township woman punched a Walmart security guard after she was confronted about items she tried to steal, police said.
The theft prevention officer at the Route 88 location tried to stop two customers from leaving the store with unpaid merchandise on Friday, according to a news release from Sgt. Jim Kelly, a spokesman for Brick police.
When confronted, one of the customers — later identified as Kiana Craig — punched the officer twice in the left side of his face. A second theft officer tried to intervene, but the pair fled the store, leaving the stolen items behind, Kelly said. Complete article
Walmart employees say they’re preparing for job cuts as retailer rolls out its ‘Great Workplace’ program 02/18/2020
Walmart last spring said it was testing a sweeping overhaul that would make its stores better run and create more opportunities for employees to “do meaningful work.”
The “Great Workplace” initiative, the retailer said, would be “the key to winning the future of retail.”
But nearly a year in, workers say the effort, which will reach 1,100 of the company’s 5,300 U.S. stores by year end, has led to widespread confusion.
Walmart, the nation’s largest private employer, is telling employees that it is doing away with certain positions — including hourly supervisors and assistant store managers — and replacing them with a smaller set of roles that carry more responsibilities, often for the same pay, according to interviews with current and former store employees, and internal documents obtained by The Washington Post.
Workers say they are being asked to apply, interview and test for new positions, essentially pitting them against their colleagues for a shrinking number of jobs. Some are terrified they will lose their job and insurance. Complete article
Walmart last spring said it was testing a sweeping overhaul that would make its stores better run and create more opportunities for employees to “do meaningful work.”
The “Great Workplace” initiative, the retailer said, would be “the key to winning the future of retail.”
But nearly a year in, workers say the effort, which will reach 1,100 of the company’s 5,300 U.S. stores by year end, has led to widespread confusion.
Walmart, the nation’s largest private employer, is telling employees that it is doing away with certain positions — including hourly supervisors and assistant store managers — and replacing them with a smaller set of roles that carry more responsibilities, often for the same pay, according to interviews with current and former store employees, and internal documents obtained by The Washington Post.
Workers say they are being asked to apply, interview and test for new positions, essentially pitting them against their colleagues for a shrinking number of jobs. Some are terrified they will lose their job and insurance. Complete article
A Fla. Walmart failed inspection. And two more chain grocery stores got hemp permits. 02/15/2020
A Walmart wasn’t up to snuff and a Palm Beach place continued to be rodent heavy. And there’s some CBD/hemp sales regulatory citations and news at three other stores.
Welcome to this week’s version of Gross Grocers.
What follows comes from Florida Department of Agriculture inspections of supermarkets, mid-size grocers, convenience stores, food processors and food storage facilities in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and Monroe counties. If you see a problem and want a place inspected, don’t email us. Click here and file a complaint. We don’t control who gets inspected or how strictly. We report without passion or prejudice, but with a side order of humor. Complete article
A Walmart wasn’t up to snuff and a Palm Beach place continued to be rodent heavy. And there’s some CBD/hemp sales regulatory citations and news at three other stores.
Welcome to this week’s version of Gross Grocers.
What follows comes from Florida Department of Agriculture inspections of supermarkets, mid-size grocers, convenience stores, food processors and food storage facilities in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and Monroe counties. If you see a problem and want a place inspected, don’t email us. Click here and file a complaint. We don’t control who gets inspected or how strictly. We report without passion or prejudice, but with a side order of humor. Complete article
Walmart’s Holiday Season ‘Wasn’t As Good As Expected’ 02/18/2020
(CNN) — Walmart, America’s largest retailer, reported subpar holiday sales Tuesday, reflecting a weak holiday shopping season for the brick-and-mortar retail industry.
Sales at stores and websites open for at least one year — a key measure of the retailer’s health— increased only 1.9% during its final quarter of 2019. That included a 35% spike in online sales. Wall Street expected a stronger performance.
“In the few weeks before Christmas, we experienced some softness” in toys, video games and clothing, Walmart chief financial officer Brett Biggs said in a news release. The holiday “wasn’t as good as expected,” he said.
The shorter holiday season last year also contributed to the slowdown, according to Walmart. There were six fewer days this year between Thanksgiving and Christmas than last year. Complete article
(CNN) — Walmart, America’s largest retailer, reported subpar holiday sales Tuesday, reflecting a weak holiday shopping season for the brick-and-mortar retail industry.
Sales at stores and websites open for at least one year — a key measure of the retailer’s health— increased only 1.9% during its final quarter of 2019. That included a 35% spike in online sales. Wall Street expected a stronger performance.
“In the few weeks before Christmas, we experienced some softness” in toys, video games and clothing, Walmart chief financial officer Brett Biggs said in a news release. The holiday “wasn’t as good as expected,” he said.
The shorter holiday season last year also contributed to the slowdown, according to Walmart. There were six fewer days this year between Thanksgiving and Christmas than last year. Complete article
Walmart says coronavirus will likely impact its business 02/18/2020
Walmart says that the coronavirus, which is causing many companies to shutter stores and cut back production, will likely affects its operations as well.
“Currently we do anticipate some financial impact to the China business’’ in the first quarter and potentially in the second, said Brett Biggs, Walmart's chief financial officer, during the retailer's investors day in New York City Tuesday.
The first quarter impact could amount to a loss of a couple of cents per share.
While Walmart is not currently having a problem with the shipping of its goods, a longer term disruption from the outbreak in China “could impact our business,’’ Biggs said. Complete article
Walmart says that the coronavirus, which is causing many companies to shutter stores and cut back production, will likely affects its operations as well.
“Currently we do anticipate some financial impact to the China business’’ in the first quarter and potentially in the second, said Brett Biggs, Walmart's chief financial officer, during the retailer's investors day in New York City Tuesday.
The first quarter impact could amount to a loss of a couple of cents per share.
While Walmart is not currently having a problem with the shipping of its goods, a longer term disruption from the outbreak in China “could impact our business,’’ Biggs said. Complete article
Maryland Walmart employee becomes unlikely viral sensation 02/17/2020
Coldwater Road reopens after 2-vehicle crash near Fort Wayne Ind. Walmart 02/17/2020
Police: Possible overdose call at southern Indiana Walmart results in 3 arrests 02/16/2020
Gabriel’s Liquor alleges Texas state is blocking deal with Walmart 02/14/2020
Woman arrested after leaving baby alone in car outside Catoosa Okla. Walmart, police say 02/17/2020
SPECIAL REPORT: Big changes coming to the Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion or AMP in Rogers 02/16/2020
2 in custody after shooting at Broomfield Colorado Walmart; no injuries reported 02/18/2020
BROOMFIELD, Colo. — A woman and man were taken into custody after a shooting at the Walmart near the intersection of Sheridan Boulevard and W. 120th Avenue Tuesday afternoon. Police said they did not believe anyone was injured in the shooting.
Broomfield police officers and officers from the Westminster Police Department responded to the Walmart just before 2 p.m. Tuesday on a report of shots fired, Broomfield Police spokesperson Sgt. Steve Griebel said Tuesday afternoon.
Officers secured the scene and searched for victims and suspects, and took a woman into custody, Griebel said. He said her age and race was unknown as of 3 p.m. The shooting happened near the southwest corner of the store, near the Subway, Griebel said. Complete article
Woman faces 7 attempted murder charges after Broomfield Walmart shooting 02/21/2020
BROOMFIELD, Colo. — A woman and man were taken into custody after a shooting at the Walmart near the intersection of Sheridan Boulevard and W. 120th Avenue Tuesday afternoon. Police said they did not believe anyone was injured in the shooting.
Broomfield police officers and officers from the Westminster Police Department responded to the Walmart just before 2 p.m. Tuesday on a report of shots fired, Broomfield Police spokesperson Sgt. Steve Griebel said Tuesday afternoon.
Officers secured the scene and searched for victims and suspects, and took a woman into custody, Griebel said. He said her age and race was unknown as of 3 p.m. The shooting happened near the southwest corner of the store, near the Subway, Griebel said. Complete article
Woman faces 7 attempted murder charges after Broomfield Walmart shooting 02/21/2020
NC Walmart evacuated after man points gun at customer 02/18/2020
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Shoppers and employees evacuated a Charlotte Walmart Tuesday morning after a man pointed a gun at a customer.
CMPD said it happened before 10 am at the store off Independence Blvd. near Bojangles' Coliseum.
No one was injured, and police haven't arrested a suspect.
Officers said two people got into an argument after one man accused another man of looking at his girlfriend. Complete article
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Shoppers and employees evacuated a Charlotte Walmart Tuesday morning after a man pointed a gun at a customer.
CMPD said it happened before 10 am at the store off Independence Blvd. near Bojangles' Coliseum.
No one was injured, and police haven't arrested a suspect.
Officers said two people got into an argument after one man accused another man of looking at his girlfriend. Complete article
Man in hoodie with stolen gun arrested at Fla. Wal-Mart in The Villages 02/18/2020
A man in a hoodie with a stolen gun tucked in his waistband was arrested at Wal-Mart at Buffalo Ridge Plaza in The Villages.
Sumter County sheriff’s deputies were called to the store at 11:20 a.m. Sunday after 27-year-old Wilson Harvey Shafer of Summerfield attempted to leave the store with merchandise for which he had not paid. A deputy detained Shafer, who admitted he had a gun in his waistband, according to an arrest report. The black Glock .45-caliber weapon had been stolen out of Lake County. Shafer did not have a concealed weapon permit.
Shafer was found to be in possession of pills identified as Clonazepam. He also had methamphetamine and marijuana. Complete article
A man in a hoodie with a stolen gun tucked in his waistband was arrested at Wal-Mart at Buffalo Ridge Plaza in The Villages.
Sumter County sheriff’s deputies were called to the store at 11:20 a.m. Sunday after 27-year-old Wilson Harvey Shafer of Summerfield attempted to leave the store with merchandise for which he had not paid. A deputy detained Shafer, who admitted he had a gun in his waistband, according to an arrest report. The black Glock .45-caliber weapon had been stolen out of Lake County. Shafer did not have a concealed weapon permit.
Shafer was found to be in possession of pills identified as Clonazepam. He also had methamphetamine and marijuana. Complete article
Woman accused of fighting officers at Paducah Ky. Walmart arrested on multiple charges 02/18/2020
PADUCAH — An Illinois woman was arrested in Paducah on multiple charges after police say she fought with officers who had tried to stop her because she was suspected of shoplifting.
Employees at the Walmart on Hinkleville Road told officers the woman was trying to leave the store with items she hadn't bought, the Paducah Police Department says in a news release.
The release says officers told the woman to stop outside the store, and she allegedly started yelling before running back into the Walmart.
Once inside, police say the woman — 39-year-old Wendy Sue Roeder of Cypress, Illinois — fought with officers in the foyer, just inside the doors. Complete article
PADUCAH — An Illinois woman was arrested in Paducah on multiple charges after police say she fought with officers who had tried to stop her because she was suspected of shoplifting.
Employees at the Walmart on Hinkleville Road told officers the woman was trying to leave the store with items she hadn't bought, the Paducah Police Department says in a news release.
The release says officers told the woman to stop outside the store, and she allegedly started yelling before running back into the Walmart.
Once inside, police say the woman — 39-year-old Wendy Sue Roeder of Cypress, Illinois — fought with officers in the foyer, just inside the doors. Complete article
Police & Fire: Fire at Walmart in Emmett Township Mich.; homicide suspect released 02/18/2020
WALMART FIRE: Walmart at 6020 B Drive North in Emmett Township was evacuated Tuesday because of a fire. No injuries were reported. Emmett Township firefighters were called to the store at 11:10 a.m. and said they found a trash compactor in a loading dock on fire. Most of the fire had been extinguished by employees when the first firefighters arrived.
Firefighters cleared smoke from the loading dock, Lt. Tony Geigle said, but the store was not affected. Customers and employees were evacuated but were able to return after the fire was out. Geigle said it appears a lithium battery which was connected to an old circuit board and missed by employees caught fire when it was crushed in the compactor. Complete article
WALMART FIRE: Walmart at 6020 B Drive North in Emmett Township was evacuated Tuesday because of a fire. No injuries were reported. Emmett Township firefighters were called to the store at 11:10 a.m. and said they found a trash compactor in a loading dock on fire. Most of the fire had been extinguished by employees when the first firefighters arrived.
Firefighters cleared smoke from the loading dock, Lt. Tony Geigle said, but the store was not affected. Customers and employees were evacuated but were able to return after the fire was out. Geigle said it appears a lithium battery which was connected to an old circuit board and missed by employees caught fire when it was crushed in the compactor. Complete article
Walmart takes new steps against opioid epidemic 02/18/2020
BENTONVILLE, Ark. (KAIT/KNWA) - Walmart has started to take a more active approach to the opioid epidemic by trying to better control the medicine distributed by its nearly 17,000 pharmacists.
Fayetteville NBC affiliate KNWA reports one of the key restrictions Walmart implemented is a limit on initial acute opioid prescriptions to no more than a seven day supply. They hope this helps avoid giving patients too strong of a dose.
Walmart is also supplying the patients with a better method of disposing their leftover prescriptions.
Most importantly, Walmart is making it a priority to hand out doses of Narcan, an antitoxin for opioid overdose.
"We know that to save someone in an overdose one of the best things you can do is to have that antidote Narcan," Walmart's Regional Health and Wellness Director William Cook said. Complete article
BENTONVILLE, Ark. (KAIT/KNWA) - Walmart has started to take a more active approach to the opioid epidemic by trying to better control the medicine distributed by its nearly 17,000 pharmacists.
Fayetteville NBC affiliate KNWA reports one of the key restrictions Walmart implemented is a limit on initial acute opioid prescriptions to no more than a seven day supply. They hope this helps avoid giving patients too strong of a dose.
Walmart is also supplying the patients with a better method of disposing their leftover prescriptions.
Most importantly, Walmart is making it a priority to hand out doses of Narcan, an antitoxin for opioid overdose.
"We know that to save someone in an overdose one of the best things you can do is to have that antidote Narcan," Walmart's Regional Health and Wellness Director William Cook said. Complete article
Tx. Zoning panel OKs church rezone over neighbors' Walmart fears 02/18/2020
Man charged with sexual battery, accused of touching woman’s buttocks in grocery store 02/19/2020
Man Charged with Third DUI Busted at Wareham Mass. Walmart 02/19/2020
Louisiana man accused of dragging deputy across Walmart parking lot with car 02/19/2020
LAPLACE, La. — A Louisiana man accused of shoplifting items from a Walmart dragged a sheriff’s deputy across the store’s parking lot in a car as he tried to flee, authorities said.
Joseph Ray Hollingsworth, 44, of Independence, was booked on several charges, including theft, resisting an officer, battery of a police officer, aggravated flight from an officer by vehicle and possession of a stolen firearm, according to a news release by the St. John the Baptist Sheriff’s Office.
Saturday, officers working security at the Walmart were alerted about a man, later identified as Hollingworth, allegedly stealing items from the store, WVUE reported. Complete article
LAPLACE, La. — A Louisiana man accused of shoplifting items from a Walmart dragged a sheriff’s deputy across the store’s parking lot in a car as he tried to flee, authorities said.
Joseph Ray Hollingsworth, 44, of Independence, was booked on several charges, including theft, resisting an officer, battery of a police officer, aggravated flight from an officer by vehicle and possession of a stolen firearm, according to a news release by the St. John the Baptist Sheriff’s Office.
Saturday, officers working security at the Walmart were alerted about a man, later identified as Hollingworth, allegedly stealing items from the store, WVUE reported. Complete article
Road rage in NC Walmart parking lot lands man in jail 02/20/2020
SALISBURY, N.C. (WBTV) - Salisbury Police who were responding to a larceny call at Walmart had to intervene in another matter when they saw a man driving a car that appeared to be chasing a man driving a pickup truck through the parking lot.
According to the report, the officers saw a black Chevrolet Camaro that appeared to be chasing a pick up truck through the parking lot. Officers estimated that the Camaro was traveling at a rate of 55 miles an hour at one point.
The officers stopped the Camaro and charged the driver, Scott Alan Turner, Jr., 26, of Fish Pond Road. Turner was charged with reckless driving and simple possession of hydrocodone. Police also served an outstanding warrant from 2019 for reckless driving. Complete article
SALISBURY, N.C. (WBTV) - Salisbury Police who were responding to a larceny call at Walmart had to intervene in another matter when they saw a man driving a car that appeared to be chasing a man driving a pickup truck through the parking lot.
According to the report, the officers saw a black Chevrolet Camaro that appeared to be chasing a pick up truck through the parking lot. Officers estimated that the Camaro was traveling at a rate of 55 miles an hour at one point.
The officers stopped the Camaro and charged the driver, Scott Alan Turner, Jr., 26, of Fish Pond Road. Turner was charged with reckless driving and simple possession of hydrocodone. Police also served an outstanding warrant from 2019 for reckless driving. Complete article
Chicopee Mass. officials hold meeting on Wal-Mart public safety issues 02/19/2020
CHICOPEE, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - Chicopee city councilors and representatives from Wal-Mart came together tonight at city hall for a public safety meeting.
Those from Wal-Mart answered questions about how the company has improved safety at the Memorial Drive location.
City councilors say they just want to make sure people in the community feel safe when they go to shop at the Wal-Mart on Memorial Drive.
"It's the biggest business in the city thus far, you know, 8-12,000 people go there every day and, you know, I am just concerned for people's safety. I want to make sure people are safe," Chicopee City Councilor Derek Doboszo tells us. Complete article
CHICOPEE, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - Chicopee city councilors and representatives from Wal-Mart came together tonight at city hall for a public safety meeting.
Those from Wal-Mart answered questions about how the company has improved safety at the Memorial Drive location.
City councilors say they just want to make sure people in the community feel safe when they go to shop at the Wal-Mart on Memorial Drive.
"It's the biggest business in the city thus far, you know, 8-12,000 people go there every day and, you know, I am just concerned for people's safety. I want to make sure people are safe," Chicopee City Councilor Derek Doboszo tells us. Complete article
Man Allegedly Assaults Wy. Walmart Shopper Who Told Him To Slow Down 02/18/2020
Rock Springs Police say they have arrested a 28-year-old man who allegedly assaulted another man for telling him to slow down in the Walmart parking lot.
According to a post on the RSPD Facebook page, surveillance shows that 28-year-old Stephen Fuller was driving recklessly through the parking on Friday when a man in the parking lot told him to slow down.
Police say Fuller then got out of his vehicle and assaulted the 57-year-old victim. Complete article
Rock Springs Police say they have arrested a 28-year-old man who allegedly assaulted another man for telling him to slow down in the Walmart parking lot.
According to a post on the RSPD Facebook page, surveillance shows that 28-year-old Stephen Fuller was driving recklessly through the parking on Friday when a man in the parking lot told him to slow down.
Police say Fuller then got out of his vehicle and assaulted the 57-year-old victim. Complete article
Battle Creek Mich. Area Walmart Evacuated Due To Fire 02/19/2020
Customers and employees were evacuated from the Walmart on B Drive North in Emmett Township late Tuesday morning for a fire that began near the loading dock.
Emmet Township firefighters responded at 11:10 a.m. on Tuesday to reports of a fire at the Walmart located at 6020 B Drive North in Emmett Township. When they arrived they found a trash compacter in the loading dock area on fire.
Employees of the store were able to extinguish most of the blaze prior to the first firefighters arriving on the scene. Fire crews cleared smoke from the area and the remainder of the store was completely unaffected, according to the Battle Creek Enquirer. Complete article
Customers and employees were evacuated from the Walmart on B Drive North in Emmett Township late Tuesday morning for a fire that began near the loading dock.
Emmet Township firefighters responded at 11:10 a.m. on Tuesday to reports of a fire at the Walmart located at 6020 B Drive North in Emmett Township. When they arrived they found a trash compacter in the loading dock area on fire.
Employees of the store were able to extinguish most of the blaze prior to the first firefighters arriving on the scene. Fire crews cleared smoke from the area and the remainder of the store was completely unaffected, according to the Battle Creek Enquirer. Complete article
Ex-con was doing great at Walmart – until he went for promotion 02/19/2020
For six years, it seemed exactly how rehabilitation is supposed to work.
Ex-con Darrell Frederick worked his way up Walmart’s ladder, from truck unloader in 2013 to customer service manager to support manager, all while staying out of trouble and being a contributor rather than a drain on society.
Then he made a fateful mistake: He went for another promotion.
After going through the training and scoring 92.59% and 88.89% on the two tests last fall, he was devastated by Walmart’s response to his apparent success:
“This letter is to provide you important information that Walmart has canceled your conditional offer of employment.”
The letter went on to explain that he was “not eligible for employment at this time” and that the decision was “based on the contents of the background check report and/or your self-reported information.”
In other words, the company was cutting him loose because of his criminal background, even though it knew about that when it hired him six years earlier. Complete article
For six years, it seemed exactly how rehabilitation is supposed to work.
Ex-con Darrell Frederick worked his way up Walmart’s ladder, from truck unloader in 2013 to customer service manager to support manager, all while staying out of trouble and being a contributor rather than a drain on society.
Then he made a fateful mistake: He went for another promotion.
After going through the training and scoring 92.59% and 88.89% on the two tests last fall, he was devastated by Walmart’s response to his apparent success:
“This letter is to provide you important information that Walmart has canceled your conditional offer of employment.”
The letter went on to explain that he was “not eligible for employment at this time” and that the decision was “based on the contents of the background check report and/or your self-reported information.”
In other words, the company was cutting him loose because of his criminal background, even though it knew about that when it hired him six years earlier. Complete article
Community rallies behind man who lost job at Taylorsville Walmart 02/19/2020
TAYLORSVILLE, Utah (ABC4 News) – Chad Willoughby recently found himself jobless after being fired from the Walmart at 5400 South and Redwood Road in Taylorsville.
Chad was well-liked by many who would shop at the store. He was known as being friendly, courteous and made customers feel great during their shopping experience.
So when news broke about Chad being fired, the community reacted. ABC4 News spoke with Chad appears to be in great spirits, but he is also hard at work looking for his next job opportunity.
When asked about the reason for his firing, he told ABC4.com, that he “simply gave price reductions on items that he himself lowered the price on, because the items were missing a price tag.” He also said he was never given a warning that his actions weren’t appropriate. Complete article
TAYLORSVILLE, Utah (ABC4 News) – Chad Willoughby recently found himself jobless after being fired from the Walmart at 5400 South and Redwood Road in Taylorsville.
Chad was well-liked by many who would shop at the store. He was known as being friendly, courteous and made customers feel great during their shopping experience.
So when news broke about Chad being fired, the community reacted. ABC4 News spoke with Chad appears to be in great spirits, but he is also hard at work looking for his next job opportunity.
When asked about the reason for his firing, he told ABC4.com, that he “simply gave price reductions on items that he himself lowered the price on, because the items were missing a price tag.” He also said he was never given a warning that his actions weren’t appropriate. Complete article
Mother says son was kicked out of Pa. Walmart because of his disability 02/19/2020
BADEN, Pa. — A mother in Beaver County, Pennsylvania, is heartbroken, claiming her son was kicked out of Walmart because of his disability.
Buddy, 24, is 6-foot-2 and nonverbal with special needs, but he communicates with noises that can sometimes get loud.
His mother told WPXI that while he and his service worker were inside the Walmart in Baden, they were approached by a worker who asked them to leave. Tammy Sheets said an employee who claimed to be a manager asked them to leave because of the noises her son was making.
“She (the service worker) said, ‘Are you serious?’ Because she was shocked. And he said, ‘If he is going to continue to make those noises then yes,’” Sheets said. Complete article
BADEN, Pa. — A mother in Beaver County, Pennsylvania, is heartbroken, claiming her son was kicked out of Walmart because of his disability.
Buddy, 24, is 6-foot-2 and nonverbal with special needs, but he communicates with noises that can sometimes get loud.
His mother told WPXI that while he and his service worker were inside the Walmart in Baden, they were approached by a worker who asked them to leave. Tammy Sheets said an employee who claimed to be a manager asked them to leave because of the noises her son was making.
“She (the service worker) said, ‘Are you serious?’ Because she was shocked. And he said, ‘If he is going to continue to make those noises then yes,’” Sheets said. Complete article
Walmart could run into privacy issues in its efforts to get personal with consumers, analysts say 02/20/2020
Walmart Inc. wants to get to know its customers better, but Cowen analysts warn that the retail giant could see its efforts rebuffed unless transparency is emphasized.
“We have a lot of data and have good visibility into where people are shopping, what’s happening with us,” said Doug McMillon, Walmart’s WMT, -1.63% chief executive, during the company’s investment community meeting on Tuesday, according to a FactSet transcript.
“[W]e have a lot of data and we can gather even more data. [I]f you win their most frequently purchased items, you get the opportunity to serve impulse items online and in-store, and our focus is in driving that sweet spot,” he said.
But Cohen analysts warned against running afoul of customer privacy standards. Complete article
Walmart Inc. wants to get to know its customers better, but Cowen analysts warn that the retail giant could see its efforts rebuffed unless transparency is emphasized.
“We have a lot of data and have good visibility into where people are shopping, what’s happening with us,” said Doug McMillon, Walmart’s WMT, -1.63% chief executive, during the company’s investment community meeting on Tuesday, according to a FactSet transcript.
“[W]e have a lot of data and we can gather even more data. [I]f you win their most frequently purchased items, you get the opportunity to serve impulse items online and in-store, and our focus is in driving that sweet spot,” he said.
But Cohen analysts warned against running afoul of customer privacy standards. Complete article
Walmart’s request for a tax break in Ellsworth Me. could test the ‘dark store’ theory 02/19/2020
The Walmart Supercenter in Ellsworth is appealing the city’s rejection of its request to cut its property tax bill in half. The outcome could be a Maine test case of the “dark store” tax assessment theory, which big box retailers have used nationwide to argue that their properties are worth less for tax purposes.
Walmart, located on Myrick Street, is seeking to reduce its Ellsworth property tax bill in 2017 from about $361,000 to $180,500, City Assessor Larry Gardner said. It appealed the city’s denial of that request to the State Board of Property Tax Review in January 2019, seeking a reduction of the building’s valuation from $20.1 million to $10.1 million. Complete article
The Walmart Supercenter in Ellsworth is appealing the city’s rejection of its request to cut its property tax bill in half. The outcome could be a Maine test case of the “dark store” tax assessment theory, which big box retailers have used nationwide to argue that their properties are worth less for tax purposes.
Walmart, located on Myrick Street, is seeking to reduce its Ellsworth property tax bill in 2017 from about $361,000 to $180,500, City Assessor Larry Gardner said. It appealed the city’s denial of that request to the State Board of Property Tax Review in January 2019, seeking a reduction of the building’s valuation from $20.1 million to $10.1 million. Complete article
Police: Man allegedly exposed himself in Evansville Ind. Walmart aisle 02/19/2020
Two wanted in Columbia County Ga. for theft at Walmart 02/18/2020
Suspect in Ca. Walmart Bathroom Barricade Found Mentally Incompetent 02/19/2020
Two men charged with felonies for shoplifting at Ariz. Walmart 02/19/2020
Hernando Fla.’s Walmart recycling center closing on Cortez Boulevard 02/19/2020
Walmart’s grocery business is winning over more affluent shoppers 02/18/2020
Shoplifter flees Tenn. Walmart, merchandise recovered 02/20/2020
Report of bomb threat at North 27th Street Lincoln, Nebraska Walmart disrupts business 02/20/2020
Man cited for calling in bomb threat at North 27th Street Walmart 02/20/2020 ticketed for terroristic threats ???
Do you know them? Kenosha County sheriff looks to ID suspects in Walmart theft 02/20/2020
Man who threatened to bring AR-15 to Maine Walmart Aug. 2019 pleads guilty 02/20/2020
Arrests made after shots fired during shoplifting attempt at Madison Mississippi Walmart 02/20/2020
MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WLBT) - Three people are in custody after a shoplifting incident at the Madison Walmart on Grandview Boulevard.
Madison police said that it happened just after 5:30 p.m. on Thursday night.
Loss prevention employees at the store noticed a man shoplifting in the store. When they confronted him, the man left the store produced a handgun and fired several shots into the air.
The man got into a car where another man and woman were waiting. The woman jumped out of the car and tried to run away. Stephanie Collom, 27, was arrested at the Shell Fuel Station near Walmart. She’s facing charges of Accessory to Felony Shoplifting. Complete article
Two men and woman face charges in Walmart shoplifting incident 02/21/2020 Same incident reporting the shooting in the article but not in the headline, which is unusual, but downplaying Walmart crime may be increasing at some news outlets.
MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WLBT) - Three people are in custody after a shoplifting incident at the Madison Walmart on Grandview Boulevard.
Madison police said that it happened just after 5:30 p.m. on Thursday night.
Loss prevention employees at the store noticed a man shoplifting in the store. When they confronted him, the man left the store produced a handgun and fired several shots into the air.
The man got into a car where another man and woman were waiting. The woman jumped out of the car and tried to run away. Stephanie Collom, 27, was arrested at the Shell Fuel Station near Walmart. She’s facing charges of Accessory to Felony Shoplifting. Complete article
Two men and woman face charges in Walmart shoplifting incident 02/21/2020 Same incident reporting the shooting in the article but not in the headline, which is unusual, but downplaying Walmart crime may be increasing at some news outlets.
Mom, 2 year old fled east Charlotte NC Walmart as armed person prompted evacuation 02/20/2020
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (The Charlotte Observer) - A reported gunman inside an east Charlotte Walmart sent dozens of scared shoppers scrambling Tuesday morning and by Thursday police said they have not located the person suspected of pulling out a gun.
There was no shooting inside the store on East Independence Boulevard but one shopper told the Observer she fled with her 2-year-old child after hearing alarms sound. Crystal Manion, 36, of Charlotte posted on NextDoor about the experience and many people responded, some confused by what happened and others looking for information from authorities.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police told the Observer said they responded to reports of an armed person inside the Walmart. Police said they heard that there had been a fight which led to someone pointing a gun at another person. The victim did not want to file a police report, said CMPD spokesman Officer Tom Hildebrand. Complete article
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (The Charlotte Observer) - A reported gunman inside an east Charlotte Walmart sent dozens of scared shoppers scrambling Tuesday morning and by Thursday police said they have not located the person suspected of pulling out a gun.
There was no shooting inside the store on East Independence Boulevard but one shopper told the Observer she fled with her 2-year-old child after hearing alarms sound. Crystal Manion, 36, of Charlotte posted on NextDoor about the experience and many people responded, some confused by what happened and others looking for information from authorities.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police told the Observer said they responded to reports of an armed person inside the Walmart. Police said they heard that there had been a fight which led to someone pointing a gun at another person. The victim did not want to file a police report, said CMPD spokesman Officer Tom Hildebrand. Complete article
Body found inside car parked at Tallahassee Fla. Walmart on West Tennessee Street 02/19/2020 Second body found at a Tallahassee Walmart & third in Tallahassee; no foul play suspected in first two possibly third body as well. This is routine, presumably poorer people, far more common in Florida than most other states.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) — The Tallahassee Police Department confirms a body has been found inside a car parked at the Walmart on West Tennessee Street.
Police were called around 11:30 a.m. Wednesday to the store. Officers who arrived on scene found the body in a car in the parking lot.
A body was found last Tuesday in the parking lot at the Walmart on Thomasville Road. Police say no foul play was suspected in that death.
Another body was found inside a car parked at the Tallahassee International Airport on Feb. 5. No foul play was suspected in that death either. Complete article
Police: No signs of foul play after missing woman found dead at Walmart on West Tennessee Street 02/19/2020 Woman identified by police as Celia Helm
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) — The Tallahassee Police Department confirms a body has been found inside a car parked at the Walmart on West Tennessee Street.
Police were called around 11:30 a.m. Wednesday to the store. Officers who arrived on scene found the body in a car in the parking lot.
A body was found last Tuesday in the parking lot at the Walmart on Thomasville Road. Police say no foul play was suspected in that death.
Another body was found inside a car parked at the Tallahassee International Airport on Feb. 5. No foul play was suspected in that death either. Complete article
Police: No signs of foul play after missing woman found dead at Walmart on West Tennessee Street 02/19/2020 Woman identified by police as Celia Helm
Purse Thieves Drag Woman Through Anaheim Ca. Walmart Parking Lot 02/20/2020
ANAHEIM (CBSLA) – Authorities are looking for two female suspects who dragged a woman 150 feet alongside their car through a Walmart parking lot in Anaheim last week while trying to steal her purse.
The 67-year-old woman suffered abrasions all over her body, including on her hands, arms, legs and abdomen, Anaheim police report. Some of the incident was caught on security video.
“I got blood all over my hand,” victim Imelda Niess said.
The robbery attempt occurred a little after 8 a.m. on Feb. 13 after the victim had finished shopping at a Walmart located at 440 Euclid St. Complete article
ANAHEIM (CBSLA) – Authorities are looking for two female suspects who dragged a woman 150 feet alongside their car through a Walmart parking lot in Anaheim last week while trying to steal her purse.
The 67-year-old woman suffered abrasions all over her body, including on her hands, arms, legs and abdomen, Anaheim police report. Some of the incident was caught on security video.
“I got blood all over my hand,” victim Imelda Niess said.
The robbery attempt occurred a little after 8 a.m. on Feb. 13 after the victim had finished shopping at a Walmart located at 440 Euclid St. Complete article
Contigo water bottles sold at Walmart, Target again recalled over choking hazard 02/20/2020
Contigo is voluntarily recalling millions of its Kids Cleanable Water Bottles that are sold at major retailers nationwide due to a potential choking hazard. The move comes nearly six months after the product was recalled in August for the same reason.
The company recalled 5.7 million bottles and replacement lids that were given to consumers as part of the August 2019 recall because the clear silicone spout can detach, posing a threat to children, the notice from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) said.
Roughly 157,000 bottles were sold in Canada and about 28,000 were sold in Mexico, the notice says. Complete article
Contigo is voluntarily recalling millions of its Kids Cleanable Water Bottles that are sold at major retailers nationwide due to a potential choking hazard. The move comes nearly six months after the product was recalled in August for the same reason.
The company recalled 5.7 million bottles and replacement lids that were given to consumers as part of the August 2019 recall because the clear silicone spout can detach, posing a threat to children, the notice from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) said.
Roughly 157,000 bottles were sold in Canada and about 28,000 were sold in Mexico, the notice says. Complete article
Shawnee Co. Park Police get donation from Walmart 02/20/2020
No Arrest Made After Man Allegedly Exposed Himself to Ind. Walmart Employee 02/2/2020
Walmart changed the way it buys shopping bags and saved $60 million—and that’s just one way it cut costs 02/18/2020
After witness dies, charges dropped against Joshua Rezsnyak and Mary McForbes, accused of raping 2-year-old girl outside Worcester Mass. Walmart in Jan. 2018 02/21/2020
Prosecutors on Friday dropped charges against Joshua Rezsnyak and Mary McForbes, who were accused of raping a 2-year-old girl inside a car outside the Worcester Walmart store two years ago.
In a nolle prosequi filed Friday, prosecutors wrote that “further prosecution of this matter is not in the interest of justice due to the death of a witness.”
“The prosecution’s sole eyewitness to the crimes charged is now deceased,” the Worcester District Attorney’s office said in a statement. “The extensive testing regarding DNA evidence in the case has proven inconclusive. As a result, there is no longer sufficient evidence to proceed to trial in this case.” .....
A sexual assault nurse examiner determined the child had injuries consistent with penetration, prosecutors said when Rezsnyak and McForbes were arraigned in district court. Complete article
Prosecutors on Friday dropped charges against Joshua Rezsnyak and Mary McForbes, who were accused of raping a 2-year-old girl inside a car outside the Worcester Walmart store two years ago.
In a nolle prosequi filed Friday, prosecutors wrote that “further prosecution of this matter is not in the interest of justice due to the death of a witness.”
“The prosecution’s sole eyewitness to the crimes charged is now deceased,” the Worcester District Attorney’s office said in a statement. “The extensive testing regarding DNA evidence in the case has proven inconclusive. As a result, there is no longer sufficient evidence to proceed to trial in this case.” .....
A sexual assault nurse examiner determined the child had injuries consistent with penetration, prosecutors said when Rezsnyak and McForbes were arraigned in district court. Complete article
Walmart Workers Demand Fair Pay and Hours at Protest Outside Alice Walton's NY Penthouse as Retail Giant Cuts Jobs 02/18/2020
The protest was partially a response to the company's so-called "Great Workplace" restructuring initiative.
Walmart workers issued a "wake up call" to Alice Walton, an heir to the retailer's $500 billion fortune, in New York on Tuesday by marching to Walton's New York penthouse and demanding her company pay its 1.5 million workers a living wage and give them reliable, stable work schedules.
The protest was partially a response to the company's so-called "Great Workplace" restructuring initiative which Walmart began testing last year and plans to roll out in at least 1,100 of its 5,300 U.S. stores by the end of 2020.
According to internal documents obtained by the Washington Post Tuesday, employees are bracing for job cuts under the program, which will consolidate multiple workers' responsibilities into single roles with hourly pay staying the same or even going down in some cases.
"Associates worry Walmart is using the 'Great Workplace' to cut costs by reducing overall staffing and the general number of mid-level store managers," said United for Respect in a press statement. "Walmart has deliberately been pursuing a part-time strategy for more than a decade. In 2005, 80% of Walmart's associates were full-time. By 2018, an estimated 50% of Walmart's U.S. workforce were part-time." Complete article
The protest was partially a response to the company's so-called "Great Workplace" restructuring initiative.
Walmart workers issued a "wake up call" to Alice Walton, an heir to the retailer's $500 billion fortune, in New York on Tuesday by marching to Walton's New York penthouse and demanding her company pay its 1.5 million workers a living wage and give them reliable, stable work schedules.
The protest was partially a response to the company's so-called "Great Workplace" restructuring initiative which Walmart began testing last year and plans to roll out in at least 1,100 of its 5,300 U.S. stores by the end of 2020.
According to internal documents obtained by the Washington Post Tuesday, employees are bracing for job cuts under the program, which will consolidate multiple workers' responsibilities into single roles with hourly pay staying the same or even going down in some cases.
"Associates worry Walmart is using the 'Great Workplace' to cut costs by reducing overall staffing and the general number of mid-level store managers," said United for Respect in a press statement. "Walmart has deliberately been pursuing a part-time strategy for more than a decade. In 2005, 80% of Walmart's associates were full-time. By 2018, an estimated 50% of Walmart's U.S. workforce were part-time." Complete article
BREAKING: Ninth Circuit Denies Rehearing Of Ca. Walmart Sleeper Berth Case 02/20/2020
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit has denied a petition by Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) to rehear a lower court's decision that awarded $54.6 million to former California truck drivers for time spent in a sleeper berth during layovers between trips.
Walmart had requested both a panel hearing and a rehearing en banc — by a chief judge and 10 additional judges — which were both denied.
"The full court has been advised of the petition for rehearing en banc and no judge has requested a vote on whether to rehear the matter en banc," according to the 9thCircuit's decision on Thursday. "The petition for panel rehearing and the petition for rehearing en banc are denied." Complete article
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit has denied a petition by Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) to rehear a lower court's decision that awarded $54.6 million to former California truck drivers for time spent in a sleeper berth during layovers between trips.
Walmart had requested both a panel hearing and a rehearing en banc — by a chief judge and 10 additional judges — which were both denied.
"The full court has been advised of the petition for rehearing en banc and no judge has requested a vote on whether to rehear the matter en banc," according to the 9thCircuit's decision on Thursday. "The petition for panel rehearing and the petition for rehearing en banc are denied." Complete article
Walmart Loses Another Home-Delivery Provider Amid Amazon Clash 02/21/2020
Walmart Inc. is parting ways with grocery-delivery partner Skipcart, the latest defection from its network of logistics companies who often struggle to make ends meet schlepping cola and cantaloupes for the nation’s biggest food retailer.
Skipcart notified Walmart on Jan. 31 that it was terminating their relationship effective April 30, according to a letter obtained by Bloomberg News. That end date has since been pushed up to March, and Walmart has already reassigned stores covered by Skipcart to other providers. Boerne, Texas-based Skipcart handles deliveries from about 126 stores in 32 states, mostly in smaller markets, and began working with Walmart in late 2018.
A representative for Walmart declined to comment. Complete article
NBCUniversal in Talks to Acquire Walmart's Vudu Video Service 02/21/2020
Walmart Inc. is parting ways with grocery-delivery partner Skipcart, the latest defection from its network of logistics companies who often struggle to make ends meet schlepping cola and cantaloupes for the nation’s biggest food retailer.
Skipcart notified Walmart on Jan. 31 that it was terminating their relationship effective April 30, according to a letter obtained by Bloomberg News. That end date has since been pushed up to March, and Walmart has already reassigned stores covered by Skipcart to other providers. Boerne, Texas-based Skipcart handles deliveries from about 126 stores in 32 states, mostly in smaller markets, and began working with Walmart in late 2018.
A representative for Walmart declined to comment. Complete article
NBCUniversal in Talks to Acquire Walmart's Vudu Video Service 02/21/2020
City woman charged with defiant trespass at Pa. Walmart 02/22/2020
Vet services are now available at 2 Lexington Ky. Walmarts 02/22/2020
Ware Mass. Police asking help identifying alleged Walmart theft suspect 02/23/2020
Police searching for man who stole $600 worth of vacuum cleaners from Ga. Walmart 02/23/2020
Police, SWAT respond to incident at Kyle Tx. Walmart 02/22/2020
Kyle police and the Hays County SWAT team responded to an incident in the parking lot of a Kyle Walmart Saturday evening, according to a city spokesperson.
Police arrived at the scene at approximately 6:30 p.m. at a Walmart located at 5754 Kyle Parkway.
Police deployed a taser and a diversionary device during the incident, the spokesperson said.
A subject is now in custody and is being treated for self-inflicted wounds, the spokesperson said. Complete article
Woman taken into custody after SWAT team, police respond to Kyle Walmart 02/22/2020
The police spokeswoman was able to confirm that no shots were fired and the incident was not related to an active shooter situation.
The woman taken into custody was treated for self-inflicted wounds.
Kyle police and the Hays County SWAT team responded to an incident in the parking lot of a Kyle Walmart Saturday evening, according to a city spokesperson.
Police arrived at the scene at approximately 6:30 p.m. at a Walmart located at 5754 Kyle Parkway.
Police deployed a taser and a diversionary device during the incident, the spokesperson said.
A subject is now in custody and is being treated for self-inflicted wounds, the spokesperson said. Complete article
Woman taken into custody after SWAT team, police respond to Kyle Walmart 02/22/2020
The police spokeswoman was able to confirm that no shots were fired and the incident was not related to an active shooter situation.
The woman taken into custody was treated for self-inflicted wounds.
Pair sought in robbery of San Antonio Tx. Walmart on NE Side 02/22/2020
Robbery occurred Dec. 17, 2019 in 4300 block Thousand Oaks.
SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Police Department and Crime Stoppers want the public’s assistance in tracking down two people responsible for the robbery of a Northeast Side Walmart.
The robbery occurred Dec. 17, 2019 in the 4300 block of Thousand Oaks.
According to police, a man and a woman selected merchandise from inside the store and failed to pay for it. That’s when, police said, as they tried to leave the store, they were confronted by store employeees.
Authorities said the man injured one of the employees before they both fled on foot with the merchandise. Complete article
Robbery occurred Dec. 17, 2019 in 4300 block Thousand Oaks.
SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Police Department and Crime Stoppers want the public’s assistance in tracking down two people responsible for the robbery of a Northeast Side Walmart.
The robbery occurred Dec. 17, 2019 in the 4300 block of Thousand Oaks.
According to police, a man and a woman selected merchandise from inside the store and failed to pay for it. That’s when, police said, as they tried to leave the store, they were confronted by store employeees.
Authorities said the man injured one of the employees before they both fled on foot with the merchandise. Complete article
Affidavit: Man steals from Tx. Walmart, tells police he's Jesus Christ 02/23/2020
AUSTIN, Texas - A man was arrested in North Austin after he stole from a Walmart and refused to give his name to police.
Chris Davalos, 22, was charged with failure to identify.
Officers were called to a disturbance at a North Austin Walmart on Feb. 20 where a caller said an individual was inside causing a disturbance and in a confrontation with loss prevention. A man, identified in the arrest affidavit as Davalos, was pointed out to officers as the cause of the disturbance.
According to the affidavit, when confronted about eating a prepared sandwich with no signs of being willing to pay, Davalos became irate and raised his arm in a threatening manner and then started walking around the store, knocking items off shelves.
Officers detained Davalos and asked him what his name was, and he told officers his name was Jesus Christ. When asked again, he said it was Jesus Christ again. The affidavit says after a short field interview, the man told officers to "do your job and take me to jail." Complete article
AUSTIN, Texas - A man was arrested in North Austin after he stole from a Walmart and refused to give his name to police.
Chris Davalos, 22, was charged with failure to identify.
Officers were called to a disturbance at a North Austin Walmart on Feb. 20 where a caller said an individual was inside causing a disturbance and in a confrontation with loss prevention. A man, identified in the arrest affidavit as Davalos, was pointed out to officers as the cause of the disturbance.
According to the affidavit, when confronted about eating a prepared sandwich with no signs of being willing to pay, Davalos became irate and raised his arm in a threatening manner and then started walking around the store, knocking items off shelves.
Officers detained Davalos and asked him what his name was, and he told officers his name was Jesus Christ. When asked again, he said it was Jesus Christ again. The affidavit says after a short field interview, the man told officers to "do your job and take me to jail." Complete article
Teen with deer pee ruins $1,000 worth of clothes at Walmart, Oklahoma police say 02/23/2020
A teen is Oklahoma was charged on Thursday after police say he doused clothing at a local Walmart with deer urine in October.
Robert Schaumann, 18, is charged with malicious injury to property after spraying a number of clothing items at an Ardmore Walmart with deer urine on Oct. 8, according to court documents.
The damage is estimated to be more than $1,000, police say. Complete article
Man accused of spraying deer urine on clothing in Ardmore Walmart 02/26/2020 ARDMORE, Okla. (KXII) A man accused of leading police on a chase in Ardmore in January has been charged for allegedly spraying deer uring over clothing in a Walmart. Police say Schaumann and three others walked into the Ardmore Walmart in October 2019 and sprayed a bottle of deer urine on about $2,000 worth of clothes.
A teen is Oklahoma was charged on Thursday after police say he doused clothing at a local Walmart with deer urine in October.
Robert Schaumann, 18, is charged with malicious injury to property after spraying a number of clothing items at an Ardmore Walmart with deer urine on Oct. 8, according to court documents.
The damage is estimated to be more than $1,000, police say. Complete article
Man accused of spraying deer urine on clothing in Ardmore Walmart 02/26/2020 ARDMORE, Okla. (KXII) A man accused of leading police on a chase in Ardmore in January has been charged for allegedly spraying deer uring over clothing in a Walmart. Police say Schaumann and three others walked into the Ardmore Walmart in October 2019 and sprayed a bottle of deer urine on about $2,000 worth of clothes.
Tennessee high court OKs tougher shoplifting charges 02/21/2020
The Tennessee Supreme Court has ruled that repeat misdemeanor shoplifters can be charged with a felony burglary.
Ken Baldwin, the attorney general of the 1st Judicial District, says it is “a really big decision" for local prosecutors. He said it is also good news to large retailers who are often the victims of habitual shoplifting.
“Walmart has to take those thefts into their cost of doing business,” he said.
Baldwin said the ruling applies to cases where defendants with four or more previous misdemeanor convictions for shoplifting have been banned from a specific store. He said these defendants are often addicted to drugs, and return to the same retailers to steal merchandise that they will later attempt to exchange for refunds or gift cards that will be used to purchase drugs.
“We are talking about a significant number of defendants,” Baldwin said.
He also said shoplifters are “more violent these days,” and are known to fight with theft prevention officers and carry weapons. Complete article
Tennessee Supreme Court: Charging shoplifters with burglary at Walmart is legal 02/23/2020
The Tennessee Supreme Court has ruled that repeat misdemeanor shoplifters can be charged with a felony burglary.
Ken Baldwin, the attorney general of the 1st Judicial District, says it is “a really big decision" for local prosecutors. He said it is also good news to large retailers who are often the victims of habitual shoplifting.
“Walmart has to take those thefts into their cost of doing business,” he said.
Baldwin said the ruling applies to cases where defendants with four or more previous misdemeanor convictions for shoplifting have been banned from a specific store. He said these defendants are often addicted to drugs, and return to the same retailers to steal merchandise that they will later attempt to exchange for refunds or gift cards that will be used to purchase drugs.
“We are talking about a significant number of defendants,” Baldwin said.
He also said shoplifters are “more violent these days,” and are known to fight with theft prevention officers and carry weapons. Complete article
Tennessee Supreme Court: Charging shoplifters with burglary at Walmart is legal 02/23/2020
Problem Solved: Walmart.Com Banned Me, And I Don’t Know Why 02/23/2020 Christopher Elliott
Q: I’m having two problems with Walmart. When I order food online, Walmart has repeatedly delivered expired and rotten food. Also, I’ve had problems with Walmart.com. I’ve been getting error messages on the site for the past 10 days when I try to check out. I can’t make a purchase.
Walmart customer service has given me all kinds of insane excuses for these issues. It continues to engage in unethical antics that insult and ridicule me as a homebound disabled person.
For example, Walmart customer service has repeatedly advised me to “go to the store” for my groceries, since the website is not working. I have explained that I am disabled and cannot physically get to the store.
Walmart.com also claims its Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) system is down. Now it is telling me that I am under investigation by the Walmart billing department and that my account has been deliberately deactivated.
I have documented many of these chats with Walmart customer service as well as taken pictures of the rotten food they delivered in the past. I have been charged for items that were said to be out of stock without receiving a refund and am subjected to demeaning and obnoxious treatment by Walmart customer service, managers and other Walmart associates. Complete article
Q: I’m having two problems with Walmart. When I order food online, Walmart has repeatedly delivered expired and rotten food. Also, I’ve had problems with Walmart.com. I’ve been getting error messages on the site for the past 10 days when I try to check out. I can’t make a purchase.
Walmart customer service has given me all kinds of insane excuses for these issues. It continues to engage in unethical antics that insult and ridicule me as a homebound disabled person.
For example, Walmart customer service has repeatedly advised me to “go to the store” for my groceries, since the website is not working. I have explained that I am disabled and cannot physically get to the store.
Walmart.com also claims its Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) system is down. Now it is telling me that I am under investigation by the Walmart billing department and that my account has been deliberately deactivated.
I have documented many of these chats with Walmart customer service as well as taken pictures of the rotten food they delivered in the past. I have been charged for items that were said to be out of stock without receiving a refund and am subjected to demeaning and obnoxious treatment by Walmart customer service, managers and other Walmart associates. Complete article
Trial starts Monday for man who threatened to shoot up Tyler Tx. Walmart in Aug. 2019 02/24/2020
Man allegedly seen breaking into display cases at Eureka Missouri Walmart, stealing GoPro cameras, BB guns 02/22/2020
Pa. State police hit dead end in Jan. Walmart bedbug probe 02/23/2020
Deputies want to identify man accused of taking picture up woman's dress at Fla. Walmart 02/24/2020
Customer confusion: NY Walmart pulls single-use plastic bags ahead of deadline without warning 02/24/2020
Man shot, killed in officer-involved shooting at Walmart in Floresville Tx. 02/24/2020
A man was shot and killed by Wilson County Sheriff's deputies and a state trooper early Monday at a Walmart in Floresville, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Law enforcement authorities said they fired at the man after he reached into his pocket and grabbed what appeared to be a weapon.
At about 12:30 a.m., sheriff's deputies and DPS troopers responded to a call at the Walmart located in the 300 block of 10th street about a man brandishing a gun in the parking lot.
When they arrived, the deputies and trooper gave a verbal command to the suspect to take his hands out of his pockets, DPS said. The man refused and several times told the law enforcement officials to "shoot him," according to DPS. Complete article
Man Killed by Deputies Outside Floresville Walmart After Witnesses Thought He Had a Gun 02/25/2020 A unarmed man is dead after he told Wilson County Sheriff's deputies early Monday morning that they would have to shoot him.
A man was shot and killed by Wilson County Sheriff's deputies and a state trooper early Monday at a Walmart in Floresville, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Law enforcement authorities said they fired at the man after he reached into his pocket and grabbed what appeared to be a weapon.
At about 12:30 a.m., sheriff's deputies and DPS troopers responded to a call at the Walmart located in the 300 block of 10th street about a man brandishing a gun in the parking lot.
When they arrived, the deputies and trooper gave a verbal command to the suspect to take his hands out of his pockets, DPS said. The man refused and several times told the law enforcement officials to "shoot him," according to DPS. Complete article
Man Killed by Deputies Outside Floresville Walmart After Witnesses Thought He Had a Gun 02/25/2020 A unarmed man is dead after he told Wilson County Sheriff's deputies early Monday morning that they would have to shoot him.
Police: Kids 12 to 14 years old wanted in Laurel Md. stabbing near Walmart 02/24/2020
LAUREL, Md. — Anne Arundel County police are looking for five to six juveniles who they said were involved in a fight that ended with an adult bystander being stabbed.
Police said just after midnight Monday, officers responded to Laurel Regional Hospital for a report of a stabbing that occurred earlier in the area of a Walmart and Sam’s Club located at 3549 Russett Green East in Laurel.
An investigation into the incident found that at approximately 9 p.m., a 47-year-old man observed a fight involving a group of five or six juveniles and attempted to intervene. While doing so, he was stabbed in his lower abdomen by one of the juveniles, police said.
The juveniles fled and the the victim drove himself to the hospital, police said. Complete article
LAUREL, Md. — Anne Arundel County police are looking for five to six juveniles who they said were involved in a fight that ended with an adult bystander being stabbed.
Police said just after midnight Monday, officers responded to Laurel Regional Hospital for a report of a stabbing that occurred earlier in the area of a Walmart and Sam’s Club located at 3549 Russett Green East in Laurel.
An investigation into the incident found that at approximately 9 p.m., a 47-year-old man observed a fight involving a group of five or six juveniles and attempted to intervene. While doing so, he was stabbed in his lower abdomen by one of the juveniles, police said.
The juveniles fled and the the victim drove himself to the hospital, police said. Complete article
1 injured in stabbing near Walmart, Raleigh NC police say 02/24/2020
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Raleigh police say one person was taken to the hospital following a stabbing near a Walmart.
Police say they arrived at Walmart at 4431 New Bern Ave. to find a person suffering from a stab wound.
The person, who has not been identified by police, was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Complete article
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Raleigh police say one person was taken to the hospital following a stabbing near a Walmart.
Police say they arrived at Walmart at 4431 New Bern Ave. to find a person suffering from a stab wound.
The person, who has not been identified by police, was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Complete article
Police: Ohio man arrested for allegedly threatening to kill employees at Walmart in Cedar City Utah 02/25/2020
CEDAR CITY (ABC4 News) – Authorities contemplated shutting down a Walmart in Cedar City and an Ohio man is behind bars after police say he threatened to kill all employees at the store.
Police arrested Owen David Cox, 24, of Saint Marys, Ohio, on suspicion of making a threat of terrorism, a second-degree felony.
Cedar City Police Sgt. Clint Pollock said staff at Walmart told police a man was walking outside of the store screaming and acting erratically Thursday afternoon. The noise caught the attention of the manager, who came outside to make sure everyone was alright, police records show. Complete article
CEDAR CITY (ABC4 News) – Authorities contemplated shutting down a Walmart in Cedar City and an Ohio man is behind bars after police say he threatened to kill all employees at the store.
Police arrested Owen David Cox, 24, of Saint Marys, Ohio, on suspicion of making a threat of terrorism, a second-degree felony.
Cedar City Police Sgt. Clint Pollock said staff at Walmart told police a man was walking outside of the store screaming and acting erratically Thursday afternoon. The noise caught the attention of the manager, who came outside to make sure everyone was alright, police records show. Complete article
Police: Security video shows Michael Mosley attacking woman inside Tenn. Walmart in December 2018 02/24/2020
Mosley also charged In double fatal stabbing NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — The suspect in a triple stabbing that left two men dead in downtown Nashville claims he acted in self-defense.
Michael Mosley is charged with homicide, but says he's not a violent person. But now exclusive video seems to tell a very different story, video that will be key evidence in the criminal case.
Before Mosley was arrested for the triple stabbing, he was already charged in a pending aggravated assault case. The evidence in that attack case is raising questions about Mosley's demeanor and conduct.
The security video is from a Nashville Walmart on Charlotte Pike. Metro police say Mosley walks in with a gray hoodie talking on his cellphone. He's looking for someone -- and when he finds her he attacks. Complete article
Nashville stabbing suspect Michael Mosley facing two homicide charges, police say 12/23/2019
Mosley also charged In double fatal stabbing NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — The suspect in a triple stabbing that left two men dead in downtown Nashville claims he acted in self-defense.
Michael Mosley is charged with homicide, but says he's not a violent person. But now exclusive video seems to tell a very different story, video that will be key evidence in the criminal case.
Before Mosley was arrested for the triple stabbing, he was already charged in a pending aggravated assault case. The evidence in that attack case is raising questions about Mosley's demeanor and conduct.
The security video is from a Nashville Walmart on Charlotte Pike. Metro police say Mosley walks in with a gray hoodie talking on his cellphone. He's looking for someone -- and when he finds her he attacks. Complete article
Nashville stabbing suspect Michael Mosley facing two homicide charges, police say 12/23/2019
Derby Vermont Select Board To Question Walmart Over Thefts 02/26/2020
DERBY — Derby selectmen want to talk to Walmart officials about how much time sheriff’s deputies spend investigating employee thefts at the local Supercenter.
Over the past month and a half, deputies spent 75 percent of their time responding to issues at Walmart, according to a report Sheriff Jennifer Harlow provided selectmen. And most of the time involved in-house thefts, selectmen said. Complete article
DERBY — Derby selectmen want to talk to Walmart officials about how much time sheriff’s deputies spend investigating employee thefts at the local Supercenter.
Over the past month and a half, deputies spent 75 percent of their time responding to issues at Walmart, according to a report Sheriff Jennifer Harlow provided selectmen. And most of the time involved in-house thefts, selectmen said. Complete article
Fremont woman allegedly planted smoke bomb in Ca. Walmart 02/24/2020
A woman has been arrested after allegedly planting a smoke bomb in a Walmart last August as a “trial run” to distract employees during future thefts, authorities said. Fremont resident Kali Lynn Farrell, 25, was booked into Santa Clara County jail in September in connection with the incident that forced the store’s evacuation.
Authorities kept the arrest quiet until now to investigate any related bomb threats, Milpitas Police Department Sgt. Steve Parodi said Monday in a news release. Kali Lynn Farrell, 25, allegedly planted the bomb as a "trial run" to distract employees during future thefts, Milpitas police said.
Just after 4:30 p.m. Aug. 9, a Walmart employee at the Ranch Drive and McCarthy Boulevard location in Milpitas called 911 to report the smell of smoke, Parodi said. Inside the store, firefighters found a plastic object with an exposed orange detonation cord, wrapped in black electrical tape. Complete article
A woman has been arrested after allegedly planting a smoke bomb in a Walmart last August as a “trial run” to distract employees during future thefts, authorities said. Fremont resident Kali Lynn Farrell, 25, was booked into Santa Clara County jail in September in connection with the incident that forced the store’s evacuation.
Authorities kept the arrest quiet until now to investigate any related bomb threats, Milpitas Police Department Sgt. Steve Parodi said Monday in a news release. Kali Lynn Farrell, 25, allegedly planted the bomb as a "trial run" to distract employees during future thefts, Milpitas police said.
Just after 4:30 p.m. Aug. 9, a Walmart employee at the Ranch Drive and McCarthy Boulevard location in Milpitas called 911 to report the smell of smoke, Parodi said. Inside the store, firefighters found a plastic object with an exposed orange detonation cord, wrapped in black electrical tape. Complete article
Walmart to host consumer protection event in D’Iberville Mississippi 02/25/2020
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WLOX) - In the early days before National Consumer Protection Week, an event in South Mississippi will be hosted to help residents avoid scams, fraud, and identity thefts.
The event is free and open to the public. It will be held on February 29th in D’Iberville at the Walmart Supercenter off Sangani Road from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Tips from the Federal Trade Commission about how to protect your privacy, identity and online security are: Complete article
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WLOX) - In the early days before National Consumer Protection Week, an event in South Mississippi will be hosted to help residents avoid scams, fraud, and identity thefts.
The event is free and open to the public. It will be held on February 29th in D’Iberville at the Walmart Supercenter off Sangani Road from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Tips from the Federal Trade Commission about how to protect your privacy, identity and online security are: Complete article
Walmart to expand its low-cost health care centers 02/26/2020
Walmart is looking to expand its role in health care delivery, Bloomberg reports.
Details: Walmart stores already frequently house pharmacies and vision centers, but its new health centers — there are two so far — would offer more comprehensive medical, vision and dental care, along with X-rays and lab tests. Complete article
Toys, diapers and … anti-vaccination cards? An unexpected Walmart combination. 02/23/2020
Walmart is looking to expand its role in health care delivery, Bloomberg reports.
Details: Walmart stores already frequently house pharmacies and vision centers, but its new health centers — there are two so far — would offer more comprehensive medical, vision and dental care, along with X-rays and lab tests. Complete article
Toys, diapers and … anti-vaccination cards? An unexpected Walmart combination. 02/23/2020
Apex NC Walmart evacuated after bomb threat 02/24/2020
Woman in electric cart arrested in theft of merchandise at Fla. Wal-Mart 02/24/2020
Man accused of stealing condoms, chicken wings from Eau Claire Walmart 02/25/2020
Toy crane machines at Ga. Walmart stores pilfered 02/25/2020
Teen with merchandise tucked in bra arrested at Fla. Wal-Mart in The Villages 02/25/2020
Man wanted for ripping off big TVs at Pa. Walmart 4 times and counting 02/25/2020
Family of murdered Tulare Ca. man officially files lawsuit against Walmart 02/26/2020
New Boston Ohio Walmart closing for maintenance 02/25/2020
Man accused of eating stolen food in a Laurel County Ky. Walmart 02/24/2020
Unknown man follows woman home from Ohio Walmart, leaves behind flowers: Lyndhurst Police Blotter 02/25/2020
Help Oconee County deputies identify SC Walmart shoplifting suspect 02/25/2020
Man dies after being shot in the chest at metro Atlanta Ga. Walmart parking lot 02/26/2020
FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — Police are on the scene of a deadly shooting at a Walmart in southern Fulton County.
The incident took place at the store located at 6149 Old National Highway, City of South Fulton Police said.
Very few details have been released at this time, but police say a man was shot in the chest in the parking lot and ran back into the store.
The man was transported to an area hospital where he later died, they said. Complete article
FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — Police are on the scene of a deadly shooting at a Walmart in southern Fulton County.
The incident took place at the store located at 6149 Old National Highway, City of South Fulton Police said.
Very few details have been released at this time, but police say a man was shot in the chest in the parking lot and ran back into the store.
The man was transported to an area hospital where he later died, they said. Complete article
Illinois truck driver found dead in truck near Walmart on South Taylor Drive in Sheboygan Wisc. 02/26/2020
SHEBOYGAN — A truck driver was found dead in the bunk of his truck Wednesday afternoon near the Walmart Superstore on South Taylor Drive.
Police said the 53-year-old driver was from Illinois and was in Sheboygan to make a delivery, but he died from a medical event.
Police declined to name the man or provide other details. Complete article
SHEBOYGAN — A truck driver was found dead in the bunk of his truck Wednesday afternoon near the Walmart Superstore on South Taylor Drive.
Police said the 53-year-old driver was from Illinois and was in Sheboygan to make a delivery, but he died from a medical event.
Police declined to name the man or provide other details. Complete article
Man charged with theft of motor vehicle after driving Tenn. Walmart cart to local hotel 02/27/2020
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn (CLARKSVILLENOW) – Officers were called to a hotel at 130 Westfield Court on Wednesday, February 26, at approximately 9:30 a.m. after a man allegedly vandalized a room and management wanted him removed. The hotel has opted not to press charges.
An investigation by Officer Joffer suggests that Henry Roberts, 49, had stolen one of Walmart’s electric carts from its Wilma Rudolph location and drove it 1/4 mile to the hotel. The cart was found in a parking spot outside of Robert’s room.
Henry Roberts was taken into custody and charged with theft of motor vehicle. His bond is set at $5000. Roberts was also criminally trespassed from the property. Complete article
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn (CLARKSVILLENOW) – Officers were called to a hotel at 130 Westfield Court on Wednesday, February 26, at approximately 9:30 a.m. after a man allegedly vandalized a room and management wanted him removed. The hotel has opted not to press charges.
An investigation by Officer Joffer suggests that Henry Roberts, 49, had stolen one of Walmart’s electric carts from its Wilma Rudolph location and drove it 1/4 mile to the hotel. The cart was found in a parking spot outside of Robert’s room.
Henry Roberts was taken into custody and charged with theft of motor vehicle. His bond is set at $5000. Roberts was also criminally trespassed from the property. Complete article
Texas friends turn Walmart into wrestling ring in match caught on video 02/27/2020
COPPERAS COVE, Texas (KTRK) -- A group of friends in Texas turned a Walmart into WrestleMania when they fought each other in a match right inside of the store.
The friends had spent hours looking for a spot to record their match, until they settled on their local Walmart.
They blocked an aisle to perform their WWE-style match, which involved one of them flipping from a counter and onto a table. One of them was even dressed as a referee.
The friends say shoppers found the match entertaining, but what did Walmart workers think?
It's possible they didn't mind.
In the video, you can see at least one employee walk by. Complete article
COPPERAS COVE, Texas (KTRK) -- A group of friends in Texas turned a Walmart into WrestleMania when they fought each other in a match right inside of the store.
The friends had spent hours looking for a spot to record their match, until they settled on their local Walmart.
They blocked an aisle to perform their WWE-style match, which involved one of them flipping from a counter and onto a table. One of them was even dressed as a referee.
The friends say shoppers found the match entertaining, but what did Walmart workers think?
It's possible they didn't mind.
In the video, you can see at least one employee walk by. Complete article
Attorney investigating after amputee banned from Jacksonville Fla. Walmart 02/26/2020
Carlos Mattei was issued citation by police officer, told not to return.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A day after a Jacksonville amputee told News4Jax he was banned from a Jacksonville Walmart, an attorney said he’s investigating whether the man’s rights were violated.
Carlos Mattei, a man who lost his leg in a 2015 crash, said he got into a disagreement with a security guard at a Walmart on 103rd Street. Mattei said the security guard told him he wasn’t eligible to park in the spot.
“She said she was going to call the police because I was using handicapped parking with a fake tag,” Mattei said.
News4Jax verified with the city that it was a valid tag. Mattei was given a warning from an officer with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office and told he would be arrested if he returned to the Walmart. Complete article
Carlos Mattei was issued citation by police officer, told not to return.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A day after a Jacksonville amputee told News4Jax he was banned from a Jacksonville Walmart, an attorney said he’s investigating whether the man’s rights were violated.
Carlos Mattei, a man who lost his leg in a 2015 crash, said he got into a disagreement with a security guard at a Walmart on 103rd Street. Mattei said the security guard told him he wasn’t eligible to park in the spot.
“She said she was going to call the police because I was using handicapped parking with a fake tag,” Mattei said.
News4Jax verified with the city that it was a valid tag. Mattei was given a warning from an officer with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office and told he would be arrested if he returned to the Walmart. Complete article
Socks, underwear require 'additional security' at this Minnesota Walmart 02/26/2020
A photo of socks and underwear inside a Minnesota Walmart is going viral at a local level.
Why would a picture of run-of-the-mill undergarments be the talk of St. Cloud? It's because they are locked in a glass case, similar to what you might find in the electronics department at many a retail store.
The unusual arrangement can be found at the Walmart at 3601 2nd. St. S., and a picture of it has gone viral on Facebook, being shared more than 1,600 times.
"You know St Cloud has gotten bad when St Cloud Walmart is locking up socks and underwear behind glass," the poster wrote. There's a good reason that specific Walmart has added security to stockings and underpants: theft. Complete article
A photo of socks and underwear inside a Minnesota Walmart is going viral at a local level.
Why would a picture of run-of-the-mill undergarments be the talk of St. Cloud? It's because they are locked in a glass case, similar to what you might find in the electronics department at many a retail store.
The unusual arrangement can be found at the Walmart at 3601 2nd. St. S., and a picture of it has gone viral on Facebook, being shared more than 1,600 times.
"You know St Cloud has gotten bad when St Cloud Walmart is locking up socks and underwear behind glass," the poster wrote. There's a good reason that specific Walmart has added security to stockings and underpants: theft. Complete article
Walmart Executive to Speak About Women as Change Makers at Luncheon 02/27/2020
The Chancellor's Commission on Women will host Latriece Watkins, the executive vice president for consumables division of Walmart U.S., as the commission's 2020 keynote speaker at the upcoming luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Tuesday, April 7.
Watkins's keynote address "Next Women Leaders: How to Inspire Women as Change Agents," will focus on how to inspire, energize, and empower women to become agents of change in their personal lives, their communities, and organizations. Complete article
Walmart Appoints Leaders for Omni-Merchandising Initiative 02/26/2020
The Chancellor's Commission on Women will host Latriece Watkins, the executive vice president for consumables division of Walmart U.S., as the commission's 2020 keynote speaker at the upcoming luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Tuesday, April 7.
Watkins's keynote address "Next Women Leaders: How to Inspire Women as Change Agents," will focus on how to inspire, energize, and empower women to become agents of change in their personal lives, their communities, and organizations. Complete article
Walmart Appoints Leaders for Omni-Merchandising Initiative 02/26/2020
Tyler man found guilty of threatening to shoot up Walmart in Sept. 2019 02/25/2020
Man leaves Lynchburg Walmart with cart full of items he didn't pay for, police say 02/25/2020
Sheriff’s deputies looking for man in Brandon Fla. Walmart voyeur case 02/25/2020
Deputies needs help identifying man accused of taking photo up woman's dress at Fla. Walmart 02/25/2020
Hendersonville Tenn. police arrest ‘serial shoplifter’ at Walmart 02/24/2020
Bentonville Arkansas native Bill Fields, once considered CEO heir apparent at Walmart, dies at 70 02/26/2020
Walmart heir, a dozen others targeted in identity theft case that stole from billionaire Tilman Fertitta 02/26/2020
Montana Police reports: Shoplifter at Walmart; arrest on outstanding warrants; stolen truck found, returned; car break-in 02/26/2020
Person who called in bomb threat to Burbank Drive Baton Rouge La. Walmart initially threatened Burbank, California store by mistake 02/26/2020
San Antonio Tx. PD searching for suspect accused of ‘indecent contact’ with child at Walmart 02/26/2020
Fort Smith Arkansas Police searching for Walmart theft suspects 02/26/2020
Winning lotto ticket, sold at Virginia Walmart, expires soon 02/25/2020
Palatine Ill. Police: $600 In Items Stolen From Walmart 02/26/2020
Felons Found with Gun at Rome Ga. Walmart 02/27/2020
Employee allegedly steals cash from Walmart in Batavia NY 02/28/2020
Walmart Foundation commits $35,000 to W.Va. YMCA youth programs 02/27/2020
Man pulls gun during fight in Lumberton NC Walmart, police looking for two suspects 02/27/2020 No shots fired
LUMBERTON, N.C. — Lumberton police and deputies with the Robeson County Sheriff's Office were on the scene after two men got into a fight at the Walmart Thursday night, with one of them pulling out a gun.
The incident happened at 6:49 p.m. at the Walmart at 5070 Fayetteville Road. Officials initially suspected an active shooter situation, setting off an alarm on social media and panic around the area. Law enforcement quickly determined it was not an active shooter event.
Lumberton Police Chief Michael McNeill told WRAL's Gilbert Baez two men were fighting inside the Walmart. One of the men pulled a gun and chased the other out the store. Several people in the store tried to break up the fight before the men ran out, got into separate vehicles and fled before law enforcement arrived.
McNeill said no shots were fired inside the store but was unsure if shots were fired outside. Both men got away. Police and deputies who were on the scene said they were aware of the suspects and were currently looking for them. Complete article
Police: No shots fired inside Walmart store 02/27/2020 According to a statement from the Lumberton Police Department, about 6:49 p.m. Lumberton Emergency Communications received 911 calls indicating shots fired at the WalMart Super Center located at 5070 Fayetteville Road.
Man involved in Lumberton Walmart incident turns himself in, facing charges 02/28/2020 Police said Floyd had the weapon on him before, during and after the altercation. They said no shots were fired inside or outside the Walmart. Floyd turned in that handgun to police.
Man turns himself in after gun pulled during NC Walmart altercation, police say 02/29/2020
LUMBERTON, N.C. — Lumberton police and deputies with the Robeson County Sheriff's Office were on the scene after two men got into a fight at the Walmart Thursday night, with one of them pulling out a gun.
The incident happened at 6:49 p.m. at the Walmart at 5070 Fayetteville Road. Officials initially suspected an active shooter situation, setting off an alarm on social media and panic around the area. Law enforcement quickly determined it was not an active shooter event.
Lumberton Police Chief Michael McNeill told WRAL's Gilbert Baez two men were fighting inside the Walmart. One of the men pulled a gun and chased the other out the store. Several people in the store tried to break up the fight before the men ran out, got into separate vehicles and fled before law enforcement arrived.
McNeill said no shots were fired inside the store but was unsure if shots were fired outside. Both men got away. Police and deputies who were on the scene said they were aware of the suspects and were currently looking for them. Complete article
Police: No shots fired inside Walmart store 02/27/2020 According to a statement from the Lumberton Police Department, about 6:49 p.m. Lumberton Emergency Communications received 911 calls indicating shots fired at the WalMart Super Center located at 5070 Fayetteville Road.
Man involved in Lumberton Walmart incident turns himself in, facing charges 02/28/2020 Police said Floyd had the weapon on him before, during and after the altercation. They said no shots were fired inside or outside the Walmart. Floyd turned in that handgun to police.
Man turns himself in after gun pulled during NC Walmart altercation, police say 02/29/2020
Man arrested for spitting at Nebraska Walmart employee, officers 02/27/2020
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – Lincoln Police arrested an 18-year-old man who caused a disturbance in Walmart and spit on employees and officers Thursday morning.
LPD said they were called to the Walmart near 84th and Highway 2 around 3:30 a.m. on Thursday, when they found Ian Rinaker, 18, causing a disturbance and throwing things in the store.
When officers tried to arrest Rinaker, LPD said he struggled, pulled his arms away, and began spitting on them.
Police said he was taken into custody but kept spitting on officers, and also spit on a Walmart employee. Complete article
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – Lincoln Police arrested an 18-year-old man who caused a disturbance in Walmart and spit on employees and officers Thursday morning.
LPD said they were called to the Walmart near 84th and Highway 2 around 3:30 a.m. on Thursday, when they found Ian Rinaker, 18, causing a disturbance and throwing things in the store.
When officers tried to arrest Rinaker, LPD said he struggled, pulled his arms away, and began spitting on them.
Police said he was taken into custody but kept spitting on officers, and also spit on a Walmart employee. Complete article
Man accused of Walmart theft, assaulting Ware Mass. police officer arrested in Rhode Island 02/27/2020
WARE — A 38-year-old man accused of stealing from Walmart, assaulting an officer who confronted him and fleeing in a stolen vehicle was arrested Wednesday in Rhode Island.
Ware police are seeking extradition of the suspect, James M. Driscoll of Chase Avenue in Springfield. The charges against Driscoll include assault and battery on a police officer, shoplifting, larceny, resisting arrest, reckless operation of a motor vehicle and receiving a stolen vehicle.
Police said the Walmart in Ware on Monday reported theft of merchandise totaling $191 by a male. Staff called police again Tuesday, saying the suspect had returned to the store. Dispatch received the call at 6:15 p.m. and officers responded.
According to police, Driscoll shoved an officer and got away, driving south on Route 32 in a silver automobile. Palmer police gave chase, but eventually terminated the pursuit because of safety concerns owing to the high rate of speed. Complete article
WARE — A 38-year-old man accused of stealing from Walmart, assaulting an officer who confronted him and fleeing in a stolen vehicle was arrested Wednesday in Rhode Island.
Ware police are seeking extradition of the suspect, James M. Driscoll of Chase Avenue in Springfield. The charges against Driscoll include assault and battery on a police officer, shoplifting, larceny, resisting arrest, reckless operation of a motor vehicle and receiving a stolen vehicle.
Police said the Walmart in Ware on Monday reported theft of merchandise totaling $191 by a male. Staff called police again Tuesday, saying the suspect had returned to the store. Dispatch received the call at 6:15 p.m. and officers responded.
According to police, Driscoll shoved an officer and got away, driving south on Route 32 in a silver automobile. Palmer police gave chase, but eventually terminated the pursuit because of safety concerns owing to the high rate of speed. Complete article
Why does the Walmart in Newport have a parking spot reserved for law enforcement? 02/28/2020
NEWPORT ― Law enforcement officers now have a reserved parking spot at Walmart, but it’s not just the corporate giant’s Newport location that’s making room for police.
“As a courtesy to law enforcement, we are designating a reserved parking space at all of our Walmart U.S. stores,” Casey Staheli, senior manager of national media relations at Walmart, said in an email to The Daily News. “We invited them to use this space, whether they are on or off duty as they shop with us. This is just one way we’re looking to strengthen our relationship with police, provide a greater sense of security at our stores, and appreciate the work they do serving our communities across the country.”
“Obviously the safety and security of our stores is a top priority,” Staheli said in a phone conversation with The Daily News, but he insisted the reserved spots are meant as a courtesy to law enforcement and “nothing more.” Complete article
NEWPORT ― Law enforcement officers now have a reserved parking spot at Walmart, but it’s not just the corporate giant’s Newport location that’s making room for police.
“As a courtesy to law enforcement, we are designating a reserved parking space at all of our Walmart U.S. stores,” Casey Staheli, senior manager of national media relations at Walmart, said in an email to The Daily News. “We invited them to use this space, whether they are on or off duty as they shop with us. This is just one way we’re looking to strengthen our relationship with police, provide a greater sense of security at our stores, and appreciate the work they do serving our communities across the country.”
“Obviously the safety and security of our stores is a top priority,” Staheli said in a phone conversation with The Daily News, but he insisted the reserved spots are meant as a courtesy to law enforcement and “nothing more.” Complete article
How I Get By: A Month in the Life of a Walmart Employee 02/26/2020
A Walmart cashier talks about managing work and multiple health problems while trying to get around without a car.
The first time we spoke, Susie told me her boyfriend had just been hospitalized, and a part of her wanted to go to the hospital too. There were multiple reasons why. She wanted to be there for him, of course, but she also had pneumonia herself and needed medical care. Still, the thought of staying there left her worrying about who’d mind their apartment in her absence.
“I need to take care of the dogs, the birds,” she said. “I was running around today and didn’t have him helping me.” Complete article
A Walmart cashier talks about managing work and multiple health problems while trying to get around without a car.
The first time we spoke, Susie told me her boyfriend had just been hospitalized, and a part of her wanted to go to the hospital too. There were multiple reasons why. She wanted to be there for him, of course, but she also had pneumonia herself and needed medical care. Still, the thought of staying there left her worrying about who’d mind their apartment in her absence.
“I need to take care of the dogs, the birds,” she said. “I was running around today and didn’t have him helping me.” Complete article
Woman posing as Missouri Walmart employee wanted for theft 02/27/2020
Cape Coral Fla. police looking for man who stole vacuums from Walmart 02/27/2020
Affidavit details arrest of man accused of indecent contact with a child at Southwest Side San Antonio Tx. Walmart 02/28/2020
Auburn man charged in Me. Walmart July 2019 shooting seeks to move trial 02/28/2020
Man accidentally shoots himself in leg at Marietta Ohio Walmart, police say 02/28/2020
MARIETTA, Ohio (WTAP) - A man was taken to the hospital Friday afternoon after authorities said he accidentally shot himself in the leg inside the Marietta Walmart.
Marietta Police responded to the store about 1 p.m.
Capt. Aaron Nedeff said the man, who has not been identified, was able to walk to an ambulance before he was taken to the hospital. Police have not said whether the man could be facing any charges. Complete article
UPDATE: Name of man that shot himself in the leg in Marietta Walmart 02/28/2020
MARIETTA, Ohio (WTAP) - A man was taken to the hospital Friday afternoon after authorities said he accidentally shot himself in the leg inside the Marietta Walmart.
Marietta Police responded to the store about 1 p.m.
Capt. Aaron Nedeff said the man, who has not been identified, was able to walk to an ambulance before he was taken to the hospital. Police have not said whether the man could be facing any charges. Complete article
UPDATE: Name of man that shot himself in the leg in Marietta Walmart 02/28/2020
WVU student killed in Morgantown WV shooting; 2 suspects arrested at nearby Walmart 02/28/2020
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — One student is dead and two people are charged with murder after a shooting at a West Virginia University apartment complex near the school's downtown Morgantown campus.
The fatal shooting happened at College Park around 4 a.m. The university identified the victim as Eric James Smith, 21, a sophomore from Clementon, New Jersey. Smith, a former resident of College Park, was found in a hallway outside one of the apartments, WVU police said.
Police said Terrell Linear, 21, and Shaundarius T. Reeder, 20, both of Fairmont, are charged with first-degree murder. The suspects are not WVU students.
Granville police said the suspects were arrested at a Walmart store on University Town Centre Drive at about 4:15 a.m.
University police described the shooting as "an isolated incident" but said a motive is not yet known. Complete article
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — One student is dead and two people are charged with murder after a shooting at a West Virginia University apartment complex near the school's downtown Morgantown campus.
The fatal shooting happened at College Park around 4 a.m. The university identified the victim as Eric James Smith, 21, a sophomore from Clementon, New Jersey. Smith, a former resident of College Park, was found in a hallway outside one of the apartments, WVU police said.
Police said Terrell Linear, 21, and Shaundarius T. Reeder, 20, both of Fairmont, are charged with first-degree murder. The suspects are not WVU students.
Granville police said the suspects were arrested at a Walmart store on University Town Centre Drive at about 4:15 a.m.
University police described the shooting as "an isolated incident" but said a motive is not yet known. Complete article
Man Charged in Connection with Attempted Carjacking at Spring Hill Fla. Walmart 02/29/2020
When deputies caught him, he began cutting himself. Hernando deputies say they Tasered him to keep him from hurting himself further.
SPRING HILL – A man was arrested and charged in connection with an attempted carjacking at the Walmart Supercenter in Spring Hill, according to the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office.
Jonathan Lara, 30, was charged with Attempted Carjacking and Resisting a Law Enforcement Officer without Violence. A computer check indicated Lara was on federal probation. Deputies contacted federal probation officials who said they will revoke his probation.
Just before 4 a.m. Friday (Feb. 28), deputies were sent to the Walmart Supercenter located at 1485 Commercial Way in Spring for a complaint about an attempted carjacking. While traveling to the Walmart, deputies said dispatchers told them that the suspect had left the Walmart parking lot and was walking north on Commercial Way. Complete article
When deputies caught him, he began cutting himself. Hernando deputies say they Tasered him to keep him from hurting himself further.
SPRING HILL – A man was arrested and charged in connection with an attempted carjacking at the Walmart Supercenter in Spring Hill, according to the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office.
Jonathan Lara, 30, was charged with Attempted Carjacking and Resisting a Law Enforcement Officer without Violence. A computer check indicated Lara was on federal probation. Deputies contacted federal probation officials who said they will revoke his probation.
Just before 4 a.m. Friday (Feb. 28), deputies were sent to the Walmart Supercenter located at 1485 Commercial Way in Spring for a complaint about an attempted carjacking. While traveling to the Walmart, deputies said dispatchers told them that the suspect had left the Walmart parking lot and was walking north on Commercial Way. Complete article
New motion filed in Markeith Loyd case suggests Orlando Fla. officer fired first in Walmart parking lot in Jan. 2017 02/28/2020
ORLANDO, Fla. — A new motion filed by Markeith Loyd’s attorney suggests that Orlando police ignored evidence that Lt. Deborah Clayton first fired at Loyd when she confronted him in the parking lot of a Walmart in 2017.
Loyd is accused of shooting and killing Clayton that day.
The attorney says that police failed to take a look into Clayton’s actions, which could have been against policy. Complete article
ORLANDO, Fla. — A new motion filed by Markeith Loyd’s attorney suggests that Orlando police ignored evidence that Lt. Deborah Clayton first fired at Loyd when she confronted him in the parking lot of a Walmart in 2017.
Loyd is accused of shooting and killing Clayton that day.
The attorney says that police failed to take a look into Clayton’s actions, which could have been against policy. Complete article
Titusville Fla. Walmart briefly evacuated Friday morning after reports of possible electrical fire 02/28/2020
Titusville firefighters are investigating after reports of a possible electrical fire at Walmart at 3175 Cheney Highway Friday morning.
The building was briefly evacuated while firefighters investigated the source of a burning smell when they arrived just after 10 a.m.
Crews were on the roof of the building examining air conditioning units to determine the source of the odor.
Normal Walmart operations resumed later in the morning after firefighters located one of the air conditioning units as the source of the electrical fire smell. Complete article
Titusville firefighters are investigating after reports of a possible electrical fire at Walmart at 3175 Cheney Highway Friday morning.
The building was briefly evacuated while firefighters investigated the source of a burning smell when they arrived just after 10 a.m.
Crews were on the roof of the building examining air conditioning units to determine the source of the odor.
Normal Walmart operations resumed later in the morning after firefighters located one of the air conditioning units as the source of the electrical fire smell. Complete article
Fire at Mich. Walmart Store evacuated 02/28/2020
MARQUETTE — The Walmart Supercenter on U.S. 41 was evacuated early Wednesday morning after heavy smoke was reported in the kitchen area of the McDonald’s restaurant inside the building.
The Marquette Township Fire Department was dispatched to the location at about 2:10 a.m. for a fire in the kitchen area of the restaurant, MTFD Chief Dan Shanahan said in an email on Wednesday.
“Upon arrival, the Walmart store had been evacuated with heavy smoke showing in the McDonald’s kitchen area,” Shanahan stated. “At this time we had requested Chocolay Township Fire for mutual aid.”
He said after gaining access to the McDonald’s area of the store, firefighters found smoke, but the fire appeared to have been extinguished by the fire suppression system. Complete article
MARQUETTE — The Walmart Supercenter on U.S. 41 was evacuated early Wednesday morning after heavy smoke was reported in the kitchen area of the McDonald’s restaurant inside the building.
The Marquette Township Fire Department was dispatched to the location at about 2:10 a.m. for a fire in the kitchen area of the restaurant, MTFD Chief Dan Shanahan said in an email on Wednesday.
“Upon arrival, the Walmart store had been evacuated with heavy smoke showing in the McDonald’s kitchen area,” Shanahan stated. “At this time we had requested Chocolay Township Fire for mutual aid.”
He said after gaining access to the McDonald’s area of the store, firefighters found smoke, but the fire appeared to have been extinguished by the fire suppression system. Complete article
2 women placed in handcuffs after trying to leave Tx. Walmart say they were racially-profiled 02/28/2020
PEARLAND, Texas (KTRK) -- Two African American women are asking Walmart to provide additional training to their employees after they were put in handcuffs as they tried to leave the store in November.
Samantha Sharpe and her aunt, Cleatris Johnson, said they were stopped by a Walmart employee in Pearland as they headed for the exit with their bags. The employee reportedly asked to see their receipt.
"Ms. Johnson complied and started getting out her receipt," civil rights lawyer, Randall Kallinen, said. "She did ask, 'I noticed that you didn't stop those individuals.'"
The women said the employee pulled out a radio and called for someone else. A plainclothes loss prevention officer showed up moments later.
"We were tussling and she was trying to snatch my bag out of my hand," Sharpe said. "I was saying, 'Hey, don't touch my bag. Don't touch me,' and we were physically tussling in the store and then all the contents fell out on the ground."
The police were called and placed the women in handcuffs.
Once the officer reviewed the surveillance video and matched the items on the receipt to the items the women had, the women were released.
"To have handcuffs on and to have customers walking in and out of the store taking pictures of you on their cell phone, that is really low and embarrassing and I don't think you can get any lower than that," Sharpe said. Complete article
PEARLAND, Texas (KTRK) -- Two African American women are asking Walmart to provide additional training to their employees after they were put in handcuffs as they tried to leave the store in November.
Samantha Sharpe and her aunt, Cleatris Johnson, said they were stopped by a Walmart employee in Pearland as they headed for the exit with their bags. The employee reportedly asked to see their receipt.
"Ms. Johnson complied and started getting out her receipt," civil rights lawyer, Randall Kallinen, said. "She did ask, 'I noticed that you didn't stop those individuals.'"
The women said the employee pulled out a radio and called for someone else. A plainclothes loss prevention officer showed up moments later.
"We were tussling and she was trying to snatch my bag out of my hand," Sharpe said. "I was saying, 'Hey, don't touch my bag. Don't touch me,' and we were physically tussling in the store and then all the contents fell out on the ground."
The police were called and placed the women in handcuffs.
Once the officer reviewed the surveillance video and matched the items on the receipt to the items the women had, the women were released.
"To have handcuffs on and to have customers walking in and out of the store taking pictures of you on their cell phone, that is really low and embarrassing and I don't think you can get any lower than that," Sharpe said. Complete article
Prank call from 11-year-old shuts Hempfield Pa. Walmart briefly 02/29/2020
HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP — A preteen prankster briefly shut down Walmart Thursday afternoon.
Hempfield Township police Patrolman Christopher Hughes said he was dispatched to the store in Hempfield Township at 3:13 p.m. Thursday after employees there received a call that a woman had left her 6-year-old child inside the department store.
“They were calling in to the fitting room,” Hughes said of the caller. Complete article
HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP — A preteen prankster briefly shut down Walmart Thursday afternoon.
Hempfield Township police Patrolman Christopher Hughes said he was dispatched to the store in Hempfield Township at 3:13 p.m. Thursday after employees there received a call that a woman had left her 6-year-old child inside the department store.
“They were calling in to the fitting room,” Hughes said of the caller. Complete article
FBI joins search for Kilgore Tx. woman last seen at Walmart 02/28/2020
KILGORE, Texas (KLTV) - A federal agency is now involved in the search for a missing East Texas woman.
It was October when Rosemary Rodriguez of Longview was reported missing by her family, and efforts to find out what happened to her have yielded no answers. Holidays and family events have passed for members of Rosemary’s family, leaving the family frustrated that there has been no word of what happened to her.
She vanished in October 2019. Complete article
KILGORE, Texas (KLTV) - A federal agency is now involved in the search for a missing East Texas woman.
It was October when Rosemary Rodriguez of Longview was reported missing by her family, and efforts to find out what happened to her have yielded no answers. Holidays and family events have passed for members of Rosemary’s family, leaving the family frustrated that there has been no word of what happened to her.
She vanished in October 2019. Complete article
Lt. Gov. Boyd Rutherford Snaps ‘Fishy’ Photo With Viral Md. Walmart Employee 02/28/2020
NORTH EAST, Md. (WJZ) — Maryland’s lieutenant governor is getting in on the hype surrounding a North East Walmart employee whose photos have gone viral.
Charlene from the North East store has been photographed showcasing a number of the store’s products, including everything from cabbages to a patio set. Complete article
Walmart names Sam’s Club exec Jamie Iannone to key leadership role in US e-commerce 02/28/2020
NORTH EAST, Md. (WJZ) — Maryland’s lieutenant governor is getting in on the hype surrounding a North East Walmart employee whose photos have gone viral.
Charlene from the North East store has been photographed showcasing a number of the store’s products, including everything from cabbages to a patio set. Complete article
Walmart names Sam’s Club exec Jamie Iannone to key leadership role in US e-commerce 02/28/2020
Walmart customers in Manteca Ca. evacuated due to bomb threat 02/28/2020
Body Camera Captures Arrest Of Accused Fla. Walmart Bombmaker 02/28/2020
Knoxville Tenn. Police searching for Walmart theft suspect 02/28/2020
Man charged with 2 Ind. Walmart thefts 02/28/2020
Sumter sheriff seeks bandits who stole items from Villages Fla. Wal-Mart liquor store 02/29/2020
Dodge City Kansas woman killed in two-car wreck near hometown Walmart, trooper says 02/29/2020
The Kansas Highway Patrol reported that Mary A. Duffield was “turning left from 14th onto an access road leading to Walmart” in Dodge City when the front of her 2017 Honda Civic was hit by another car.
The other car was a 2007 BMW driven by a 17-year-old Dodge City boy, who wasn’t injured.
The Highway Patrol was called to the wreck at 3:12 p.m. Complete article
The Kansas Highway Patrol reported that Mary A. Duffield was “turning left from 14th onto an access road leading to Walmart” in Dodge City when the front of her 2017 Honda Civic was hit by another car.
The other car was a 2007 BMW driven by a 17-year-old Dodge City boy, who wasn’t injured.
The Highway Patrol was called to the wreck at 3:12 p.m. Complete article
UPDATE: Man arrested at Wichita Falls Tx. Walmart for disturbance, taken there by Comanche County Sheriff’s vehicle 02/29/2020
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (TNN) - A San Antonio man was arrested Friday night for multiple charges after attempting to break into a gun case at a Wichita Falls Walmart and was reportedly dropped off at the establishment by a marked Comanche County Sheriff’s vehicle.
Ken Esparza, 38, reportedly was armed with a baseball bat and broke the glass of a gun cabinet. Wichita Falls police say he began to resist when officers attempted to place handcuffs on him, and he gave a false name at first.
WFPD officers report that surveillance video shows a marked Comanche County, Oklahoma, sheriff’s vehicle drop Esparza off at the Walmart at 10:50 p.m.
Sheriff Kenny Stradley told 7News that Esparza was found walking on the Comanche Turnpike by deputies. In an effort to prevent Esparza from being struck my traffic, they picked him up. They were aware he was from San Antonio, and Stradley gave them the ‘OK’ to take Esparza to the Wichita Falls Walmart to try to get a ride to San Antonio.
Sheriff Stradley said earlier that day, Esparza reportedly tried to purchase a knife at Lawton Central Mall, but did not have enough money to cover the cost. He took the knife anyway and mall personnel did not file any charges for theft, since he had already paid a good portion for the knife. Sheriff Stradley said when Esparza was later found walking along the turnpike he did not have the knife with him and did not pose a threat. Complete article
‘He was there to hurt, kill people’: witness recalls ‘highly volatile situation’ at a Texas Walmart 03/01/2020
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (TNN) - A San Antonio man was arrested Friday night for multiple charges after attempting to break into a gun case at a Wichita Falls Walmart and was reportedly dropped off at the establishment by a marked Comanche County Sheriff’s vehicle.
Ken Esparza, 38, reportedly was armed with a baseball bat and broke the glass of a gun cabinet. Wichita Falls police say he began to resist when officers attempted to place handcuffs on him, and he gave a false name at first.
WFPD officers report that surveillance video shows a marked Comanche County, Oklahoma, sheriff’s vehicle drop Esparza off at the Walmart at 10:50 p.m.
Sheriff Kenny Stradley told 7News that Esparza was found walking on the Comanche Turnpike by deputies. In an effort to prevent Esparza from being struck my traffic, they picked him up. They were aware he was from San Antonio, and Stradley gave them the ‘OK’ to take Esparza to the Wichita Falls Walmart to try to get a ride to San Antonio.
Sheriff Stradley said earlier that day, Esparza reportedly tried to purchase a knife at Lawton Central Mall, but did not have enough money to cover the cost. He took the knife anyway and mall personnel did not file any charges for theft, since he had already paid a good portion for the knife. Sheriff Stradley said when Esparza was later found walking along the turnpike he did not have the knife with him and did not pose a threat. Complete article
‘He was there to hurt, kill people’: witness recalls ‘highly volatile situation’ at a Texas Walmart 03/01/2020
Nye County deputy arrested in shooting at Pahrump Nevada Walmart on February 26 03/02/2020
A Nye County Sheriff’s Office deputy was arrested Monday after a shooting in Pahrump on Feb. 26.
Deputy James Ramos, 47, was arrested on charges of assault with a deadly weapon and discharging a firearm where a person is endangered, according to a video posted to the office’s Facebook page.
Officers were called to reports of shoplifting at the Walmart in Pahrump just before 3 a.m., the video said. The suspect led officers on a chase, and Ramos fired at him behind the Walmart.
The sheriff’s office said in the video that “the shot was not within Sheriff’s Office policy.” Complete article
A Nye County Sheriff’s Office deputy was arrested Monday after a shooting in Pahrump on Feb. 26.
Deputy James Ramos, 47, was arrested on charges of assault with a deadly weapon and discharging a firearm where a person is endangered, according to a video posted to the office’s Facebook page.
Officers were called to reports of shoplifting at the Walmart in Pahrump just before 3 a.m., the video said. The suspect led officers on a chase, and Ramos fired at him behind the Walmart.
The sheriff’s office said in the video that “the shot was not within Sheriff’s Office policy.” Complete article
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