Walmart had at least twelve shootings in February 2021, with four of them fatal; two of those shootings, including one of the fatal ones, were officer involved shootings. The other three are apparently murders, with at least one of them intentional. There were also at least seven or eight more injuries from these shootings. There was one other death in an accident and three bodies found on their property, one that is being investigated as a murder. This makes it a total of eight dead. The dead bodies found on their premises are semi-routine; but most of them are poor people or drug addicts and they don't consider these to be "foul play," or try to figure out why they're happening or how to prevent them. One of the dead bodies found last month turned out to be murder, as I suspected when I realized the "cargo area" was a trunk not the back of a SUV or minivan, but the police or media didn't describe it this way in early reports.
Another two shooting, one fatal, were reported last month that actually took place in December, but they weren't reported previously. This means that last December tied the previous record of twenty shootings in one month, which was also the month of December a few years earlier. It also adds to a growing amount of evidence showing that even many major crimes at Walmart are often not reported in a high profile manner. There has never been any doubt that they couldn't report all the petty crimes at their stores, but it was reasonable to expect that most if not all the major crimes would get a reasonable amount of media coverage. They have increased their partnerships with Google and some news outlets, but there's no way of knowing if this enables them to minimize coverage of their crime problems.
There was also another alleged shooting that turned out to be an airgun; however, before they figured this out there was a massive panic and they called in a SWAT team. In addition to the shooting there were several armed robberies, which is lower than usual, assuming they're all the ones that happened, which may not be a good assumption anymore.
One town in Alabama assigned a crime fighting unit to Walmart after a shooting at the beginning of the month and as a result of high crime problems there, netting a lot more arrests than usual; however, there's no reason to believe they're taking a close look at the root causes of Walmart's high crime problems. Most of it is almost certainly the same root causes of all crime; however, the fact that Walmart has more crime than other stores, per capita, indicates they're doing something different. There's little doubt that their corner cutting, including relying on self-check-outs, are part of the problem, along with store design making it easier to get out without paying and union busting and poor service angering both customers and workers.
Another police department in North Carolina has reported how crime is worse at Walmart than elsewhere. There's almost always at least one town or police department making similar reports every month, although they're only reported locally. There were several more fights, including a customer hit with a bicycle, employees punched or attacked with pepperspray, including at least one over sixty, a Native American dragged from Walmart accused of trespassing, and a black worker harassed and arrested while walking home in the snow.
They also had one employee arrested for putting a co-worker, who allegedly did nothing to antagonize him, in a choke hold. Walmart had at least one more assault for enforcing capacity limits, due to COVID. There were also numerous blunders in planning the shots for the vaccine, especially in Florida. This includes a class action lawsuit for not paying workers for time at screenings.
In addition to the fatal car accident killing a 73-year-old, there were at least half a dozen major accidents, including one armed carjacking at Walmart that ended in a crash into a house, and at least three stolen vehicles, including one with a six year old in the back, the child was released as soon as the thief realized she was there. On the first day of March they had a car crash into one of their stores following a police chase too.
Walmart had at least nine major fires across the country last month, with at least two of them clearly arson, including one set with fireworks, more of these were almost certainly arson but at least two were clearly accidental. They also had at least four knife attacks, resulting in at least one stabbing.
As usual this is only a small fraction of the crime at Walmart. Other incidents include a woman fighting cops, numerous large thefts of hundreds if not thousands of dollars, including one person wearing a Walmart vest that had a key to to electronic devises that were worth close to $3,000 which he got away with for now, although it's on camera and much more.
Walmart had at least two or three more recalls this month, including one of arsenic, lead and toxic metals in baby food and hand soap with a bacterial problem. They also sold beef from a firm involved in the destruction of the Amazon, although it's not being recalled.
Walmart is introducing more pet insurance, which is an obvious scam. The basic fundamentals of insurance mean they have to collect enough money from premiums to pay claims, plus profits and bureaucratic expenses, including ads, lobbying, campaign donations and many things that have nothing to do with caring for pets or what ever else is being insured. This is why we should never buy more insurance than we need, especially since we already have information to determine that when they sold insurance for pets it increased the number of desperate pet owners killing their own pets to try to collect insurance, just like with insurance for kids. This does far more harm than good!
Walmart continues to violate workers rights, including refusal to give a Maine worker a set schedule in violation of the law. And Bernie Sanders, once again, expressed outrage with them for not paying a living wage. Union Workers are protesting attempts to increase outsourcing again, despite routine false claims from businesses and politicians they're doing the opposite.
At a time when it's obvious that self-checkout is a major contributing factor to their crime problem they're trying to increase it again with one store that only uses it. There's no doubt that they'll try to do this even more, even though it increases crime and violence.
Walmart seems to have lots of people reported in the news for masturbating on the premises; I can understand why they report it in the store publicly, but wonder about people peeking in cars to catch others doing this. My best guess is it's far more common there, although most people just shake their heads and look away.
Have you ever stolen a running vehicle before realizing there's a dead body in the back, then noticed a large number cops while you shop at Walmart? No? Well a couple people in Missouri probably hate it when that happens.
Would you consider it a prank if someone pretended to hit you at Walmart? Some do, but the police weren't amused, at least not officially.
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 2021. 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.
Walmart employee injured in Tampa shooting 02/01/2021
TAMPA, Fla. - Tampa police are investigating a shooting where a stray round struck a Walmart employee outside the store early Monday morning.
Police said the shooting occurred between two groups of people as the Score’s Gentlemen’s Club, located at 2310 North Dale Mabry Highway, was closing around 3 a.m. Detectives said no one was injured at the scene.
The individuals fled in vehicles, continuing to exchange gunfire, officers said.
As they were passing the Walmart located at 1505 North Dale Mabry Highway, a stray bullet struck one of the employees who was sitting in front of the store.
Police said it didn’t penetrate the victim’s skin but he was bruised. Complete article
TAMPA, Fla. - Tampa police are investigating a shooting where a stray round struck a Walmart employee outside the store early Monday morning.
Police said the shooting occurred between two groups of people as the Score’s Gentlemen’s Club, located at 2310 North Dale Mabry Highway, was closing around 3 a.m. Detectives said no one was injured at the scene.
The individuals fled in vehicles, continuing to exchange gunfire, officers said.
As they were passing the Walmart located at 1505 North Dale Mabry Highway, a stray bullet struck one of the employees who was sitting in front of the store.
Police said it didn’t penetrate the victim’s skin but he was bruised. Complete article
Police investigating 18-year-old man's death after body found behind Garland Tx. Walmart 02/01/2021
Police said video surveillance showed the man exchange gunfire with another person on Sunday night.
GARLAND, Texas — Updated at 6:30 p.m. with additional information from police.
Police are investigating an 18-year-old man's death as a homicide after his body was found behind a Walmart Monday.
Garland police say that around noon someone found the body behind the store at 555 W Interstate 30. Complete article
Body of missing woman found in car’s trunk in Morgantown WV Walmart parking lot 02/01/2021 MORGANTOWN, W. Va. — A missing woman’s body was found in the trunk of her car in a Walmart parking lot in Morgantown, West Virginia, police said. (This was reported at the end of last month saying "a body was discovered in the cargo area of the vehicle," which in a SUV or minivan could have meant she slept there and died of natural causes. However, if she was found "in the trunk" it's probably not a place she would sleep implying murder may be more likely.)
Police said video surveillance showed the man exchange gunfire with another person on Sunday night.
GARLAND, Texas — Updated at 6:30 p.m. with additional information from police.
Police are investigating an 18-year-old man's death as a homicide after his body was found behind a Walmart Monday.
Garland police say that around noon someone found the body behind the store at 555 W Interstate 30. Complete article
Body of missing woman found in car’s trunk in Morgantown WV Walmart parking lot 02/01/2021 MORGANTOWN, W. Va. — A missing woman’s body was found in the trunk of her car in a Walmart parking lot in Morgantown, West Virginia, police said. (This was reported at the end of last month saying "a body was discovered in the cargo area of the vehicle," which in a SUV or minivan could have meant she slept there and died of natural causes. However, if she was found "in the trunk" it's probably not a place she would sleep implying murder may be more likely.)
Walmart shooting witness among 100s deported under Biden; Escobar flagged case for White House 02/01/2021
WASHINGTON, DC — President Joe Biden's administration has deported hundreds of immigrants in its early days despite his campaign pledge to stop removing most people in the U.S. illegally at the beginning of his term.
A federal judge last week ordered the Biden administration not to enforce a 100-day moratorium on deportations, but the ruling did not require the government to schedule them. In recent days, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has deported immigrants to at least three countries: 15 people to Jamaica on Thursday and 269 people to Guatemala and Honduras on Friday. More deportation flights were scheduled Monday.
It’s unclear how many of those people are considered national security or public safety threats or had recently crossed the border illegally, the priority under new guidance that the Department of Homeland Security issued to enforcement agencies. That guidance went into effect Monday.
In El Paso, immigration authorities on Friday deported a woman who witnessed the 2019 massacre at the Cielo Vista Walmart store that left 22 people dead. She had agreed to be a witness against the gunman and has met with the local district attorney's office, according to her lawyers. Complete article
Walmart shooting survivor speaks about the traffic stop that caused her deportation 02/02/2021 Rosa says she has been in the U.S. since she was 11-years-old.
WASHINGTON, DC — President Joe Biden's administration has deported hundreds of immigrants in its early days despite his campaign pledge to stop removing most people in the U.S. illegally at the beginning of his term.
A federal judge last week ordered the Biden administration not to enforce a 100-day moratorium on deportations, but the ruling did not require the government to schedule them. In recent days, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has deported immigrants to at least three countries: 15 people to Jamaica on Thursday and 269 people to Guatemala and Honduras on Friday. More deportation flights were scheduled Monday.
It’s unclear how many of those people are considered national security or public safety threats or had recently crossed the border illegally, the priority under new guidance that the Department of Homeland Security issued to enforcement agencies. That guidance went into effect Monday.
In El Paso, immigration authorities on Friday deported a woman who witnessed the 2019 massacre at the Cielo Vista Walmart store that left 22 people dead. She had agreed to be a witness against the gunman and has met with the local district attorney's office, according to her lawyers. Complete article
Walmart shooting survivor speaks about the traffic stop that caused her deportation 02/02/2021 Rosa says she has been in the U.S. since she was 11-years-old.
Nationwide, Walmart strike pet insurance deal 02/01/2021
The nation's largest pet insurer and the largest retailer are getting together to help people meet the health needs of their dogs, cats and other pets.
Nationwide and Walmart formed a partnership in which Nationwide pet insurance members can get their prescription medicines for their pets filled at a Walmart pharmacy.
"Really, we have a passion for pets and their well-being," said Heidi Sirota, Nationwide's chief pet officer. "We want to do everything to make prescriptions more accessible, more affordable and more convenient." Complete article
The nation's largest pet insurer and the largest retailer are getting together to help people meet the health needs of their dogs, cats and other pets.
Nationwide and Walmart formed a partnership in which Nationwide pet insurance members can get their prescription medicines for their pets filled at a Walmart pharmacy.
"Really, we have a passion for pets and their well-being," said Heidi Sirota, Nationwide's chief pet officer. "We want to do everything to make prescriptions more accessible, more affordable and more convenient." Complete article
Oxford Mississippi Police: Walmart deemed safe after bomb threat 02/01/2021 Oxford Police were called to the Walmart around 4 p.m. Sunday after management became aware that a man was going around the store telling others he had planted a bomb and they needed to leave.
Federal hate crimes case against accused Tx. Walmart shooter delayed due to Covid & complexities 02/01/2021
Car burglar identified after using stolen credit card at Tx. Walmart 02/01/2021
Suspicious wires from toilet paper dispenser at Ohio Walmart is a dud, not a bomb 02/01/2021
Pair arrested after deputies respond to attempted theft at Walmart store in Holton Kansas 02/01/2021
Man Steals Hoverboards and Soundbar From Fla. Walmart 02/01/2021
These 6 Chicago Ill. Walmart Locations Are Administering COVID-19 Vaccinations 02/02/2021
2 people in custody after shots fired inside Trussville Alabama Walmart; no injuries reported 02/02/2021
TRUSSVILLE, Ala. (WBRC) -Trussville police say two people are in custody after shots were fired inside the Trussville Walmart just before noon Tuesday.
Police say no one was hit by a bullet and the incident involved two employees and another person who did not work at the store.
It’s unclear who fired the shots. Complete article
Trussville Walmart employee facing attempted murder charge after shooting at store 02/03/2021
TRUSSVILLE, Ala. (WBRC) -Trussville police say two people are in custody after shots were fired inside the Trussville Walmart just before noon Tuesday.
Police say no one was hit by a bullet and the incident involved two employees and another person who did not work at the store.
It’s unclear who fired the shots. Complete article
Trussville Walmart employee facing attempted murder charge after shooting at store 02/03/2021
Reedsburg man charged after allegedly shooting another man at Lake Delton Wisc. Walmart 02/03/2021 (This took place five and a half weeks ago, with no previous report.)
AReedsburg man appeared Wednesday in Sauk County Circuit Court after allegedly shooting a man in the chest in the Lake Delton Walmart parking lot.
Rasmey S. Chhim, 29, appeared via video from the Sauk County Jail. He faces more than 82 years in prison and fines up to $50,000 for felony charges of attempted first-degree intentional homicide, first-degree recklessly endangering safety and endangering safety through the reckless use of a firearm.
Circuit Court Judge Wendy J. N. Klicko set a cash bond of $150,000 with conditions that include no contact with the person who was shot, the woman who was with the victim or Marcus Jones, a named co-actor in the shooting. Chhim is also prohibited from having any firearms, alcohol or controlled substances and was ordered to turn over any guns he currently owns to law enforcement if he successfully posts the bail.
According to the criminal complaint, the person who was shot parked outside the store just after 10:45 p.m. Jan. 26. Another adult and a child were in his vehicle. He went into Walmart and upon exiting, was approached by Jones. The man said Jones offered him drugs instead of roughly $200 Jones owes him for a pair of binoculars. Complete article
LANDERS: Wear your body armor at Walmart 02/11/2021
AReedsburg man appeared Wednesday in Sauk County Circuit Court after allegedly shooting a man in the chest in the Lake Delton Walmart parking lot.
Rasmey S. Chhim, 29, appeared via video from the Sauk County Jail. He faces more than 82 years in prison and fines up to $50,000 for felony charges of attempted first-degree intentional homicide, first-degree recklessly endangering safety and endangering safety through the reckless use of a firearm.
Circuit Court Judge Wendy J. N. Klicko set a cash bond of $150,000 with conditions that include no contact with the person who was shot, the woman who was with the victim or Marcus Jones, a named co-actor in the shooting. Chhim is also prohibited from having any firearms, alcohol or controlled substances and was ordered to turn over any guns he currently owns to law enforcement if he successfully posts the bail.
According to the criminal complaint, the person who was shot parked outside the store just after 10:45 p.m. Jan. 26. Another adult and a child were in his vehicle. He went into Walmart and upon exiting, was approached by Jones. The man said Jones offered him drugs instead of roughly $200 Jones owes him for a pair of binoculars. Complete article
LANDERS: Wear your body armor at Walmart 02/11/2021
Man threatens Tx. Walmart employee in parking lot with handgun, steals items from car, police say 02/03/2021 (Took plave 2 and a half weeks ago, but not reported until now)
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police and Crime Stoppers are looking for the person who allegedly threatened a Walmart store employee with a handgun and stole items from their parked car.
The incident occurred Jan. 17 outside a Walmart in the 8000 block of Bandera Road on the city’s Northwest Side.
According to police, the suspect was in the parking lot and was seen breaking into the vehicle of one of the Walmart store’s employees. That’s when, police say, the man stole several items and was confronted by the employee.
SAPD said when confronted, the man threatened the employee with a firearm. He fled on foot and was not found, police said. Complete article
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police and Crime Stoppers are looking for the person who allegedly threatened a Walmart store employee with a handgun and stole items from their parked car.
The incident occurred Jan. 17 outside a Walmart in the 8000 block of Bandera Road on the city’s Northwest Side.
According to police, the suspect was in the parking lot and was seen breaking into the vehicle of one of the Walmart store’s employees. That’s when, police say, the man stole several items and was confronted by the employee.
SAPD said when confronted, the man threatened the employee with a firearm. He fled on foot and was not found, police said. Complete article
Deputies seek suspect in robbery at Augusta Ga. Walmart 02/02/2021
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Richmond County sheriff’s deputies on Tuesday released a photo of a vehicle associated with a robbery.
The robbery happened Monday at the Walmart at 3209 Deans Bridge Road, authorities said.
The driver and subject was described as a female with blond hair. Complete article
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Richmond County sheriff’s deputies on Tuesday released a photo of a vehicle associated with a robbery.
The robbery happened Monday at the Walmart at 3209 Deans Bridge Road, authorities said.
The driver and subject was described as a female with blond hair. Complete article
Police: Employee at Amarillo Tx. Walmart assaulted for enforcing store capacity 02/05/2021
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - Police are looking for a man that assaulted a Walmart employee on Christmas Eve.
The employee was attempting to stop a customer from entering the store located at 5730 W. Amarillo Boulevard due to it being at capacity.
Officials said the male suspect then attacked the employee.
He was pulled off of the employee by others in the area and left the scene.
Police said the suspect is described as a white male in his 30s. Complete article
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - Police are looking for a man that assaulted a Walmart employee on Christmas Eve.
The employee was attempting to stop a customer from entering the store located at 5730 W. Amarillo Boulevard due to it being at capacity.
Officials said the male suspect then attacked the employee.
He was pulled off of the employee by others in the area and left the scene.
Police said the suspect is described as a white male in his 30s. Complete article
'A sign of the times': Surf City NC Walmart transitions fully to self-checkout 02/04/2021
One Wilmington-area Walmart recently removed all of its employee-run checkout lanes, replacing them with self-checkout stations.
The renovation wrapped up last week inside the Walmart Neighborhood Market near Surf City. It increased the number of check outs in the store from six to 12, according to Casey Staheli, a Walmart spokesperson. Complete article
One Wilmington-area Walmart recently removed all of its employee-run checkout lanes, replacing them with self-checkout stations.
The renovation wrapped up last week inside the Walmart Neighborhood Market near Surf City. It increased the number of check outs in the store from six to 12, according to Casey Staheli, a Walmart spokesperson. Complete article
Federal judge dismisses Walmart lawsuit against DOJ 02/05/2021
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit Walmart filed against the U.S. Department of Justice and Drug Enforcement Administration.
Walmart filed the suit in October as a pre-emptive strike in the battle over its responsibility in the opioid abuse crisis.
The DOJ sued Walmart in December, saying Walmart may have played a role in the crisis by filing opioid prescriptions and by unlawfully distributing controlled substances to its pharmacies. Complete article
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit Walmart filed against the U.S. Department of Justice and Drug Enforcement Administration.
Walmart filed the suit in October as a pre-emptive strike in the battle over its responsibility in the opioid abuse crisis.
The DOJ sued Walmart in December, saying Walmart may have played a role in the crisis by filing opioid prescriptions and by unlawfully distributing controlled substances to its pharmacies. Complete article
Drilling Into Walmart's Balance Sheet 02/05/2021
If we look at a long-term chart of Walmart (WMT), we can see that share-price appreciation really began to accelerate back in 2015. This is when the company really got serious about the Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) threat by deciding to aggressively invest in e-commerce initiatives. These initiatives really began in earnest with the purchase of "Jet.com" for a multi-billion-dollar fee. The performance since that late 2015 bottom has been nothing short of breathtaking especially when one takes into account the market cap of Walmart at the time. The question is whether present momentum can continue.
The longer the pandemic persists, the more this will suit Walmart in terms of its sales. Retailers continue to take share from the hospitality sector as more and more people are eating at home. We continue to see this trend in the numbers with sales increasing by over 5% in the latest third quarter and with EBIT increasing by over 22%. The bottom-line growth rate is what particularly stood out in the recent third quarter (56% EPS growth). Therefore, from an earnings standpoint, Walmart shares do not look that expensive at all. Despite the huge run-up, shares are trading with a trailing earnings multiple of 20.4 at present. The 5-year average is actually up around the 25 level. Complete article
If we look at a long-term chart of Walmart (WMT), we can see that share-price appreciation really began to accelerate back in 2015. This is when the company really got serious about the Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) threat by deciding to aggressively invest in e-commerce initiatives. These initiatives really began in earnest with the purchase of "Jet.com" for a multi-billion-dollar fee. The performance since that late 2015 bottom has been nothing short of breathtaking especially when one takes into account the market cap of Walmart at the time. The question is whether present momentum can continue.
The longer the pandemic persists, the more this will suit Walmart in terms of its sales. Retailers continue to take share from the hospitality sector as more and more people are eating at home. We continue to see this trend in the numbers with sales increasing by over 5% in the latest third quarter and with EBIT increasing by over 22%. The bottom-line growth rate is what particularly stood out in the recent third quarter (56% EPS growth). Therefore, from an earnings standpoint, Walmart shares do not look that expensive at all. Despite the huge run-up, shares are trading with a trailing earnings multiple of 20.4 at present. The 5-year average is actually up around the 25 level. Complete article
Suspect charged in weekend bombing threat at Mid-South Mississippi Walmart 02/02/2021
Walmart to give COVID-19 vaccines at Florida pharmacies under Biden retail distribution program 02/02/2021
30 Walmarts in Mississippi will soon offer limited COVID-19 vaccines, state says 02/02/2021
Inver Grove Heights Minn. Walmart evacuated due to 'suspicious item' 02/02/2021 Saint Paul Police Department bomb squad disposed of the item.
Police Blotter: Tenn. Walmart Shoplifting Cases Highlight Police Activity; Man Falsely Accused Of Credit Card Theft 02/02/2021
SILVER ALERT: Deputies say Beaufort County man could be at NC Walmart 02/03/2021
Police: Sussex County Man, 66, Caught Publicly Masturbating In NJ Walmart 02/03/2021 A woman who spotted him took photos of him and his vehicle, and he was tracked down, identified and charged with fourth-degree lewdness on Jan. 21, police said.
Two people arrested on drug charges in Glasgow Ky. Walmart parking lot 02/03/2021
Crime and fire report: Multiple shoplifters reported at Minn. Walmart and L & M Fleet Supply; snowmobile and trailer fire damage Detroit Lakes home 02/02/2021
Walmart To Close Down Underperforming Irvine Ca. Supercenter Next Month 02/03/2021
Walmart to temporarily close Sulphur La. location 02/03/2021
2 women accused of using pepper spray in attempted Hawaii Walmart robbery charged 02/04/2021
HONOLULU, Hawaii (HawaiiNewsNow) - Two women accused of using pepper spray in an attempted robbery at a Honolulu Walmart last week have been arrested and charged.
Police arrested 35-year-old Danielle Kaneao and 29-year-old Heather Tull earlier this week.
They’re accused of trying to steal two TV’s from Walmart late last month and using pepper spray on employees when they were stopped at the exit.
Cell phone video of the crime went viral online showing the women getting away while a pepper-sprayed employee cried in pain. Complete article
HONOLULU, Hawaii (HawaiiNewsNow) - Two women accused of using pepper spray in an attempted robbery at a Honolulu Walmart last week have been arrested and charged.
Police arrested 35-year-old Danielle Kaneao and 29-year-old Heather Tull earlier this week.
They’re accused of trying to steal two TV’s from Walmart late last month and using pepper spray on employees when they were stopped at the exit.
Cell phone video of the crime went viral online showing the women getting away while a pepper-sprayed employee cried in pain. Complete article
Single-vehicle crash at Missouri Walmart 02/06/2021
Monett police and fire personnel responded to reports of a single-vehicle, non-injury crash in the Walmart parking lot at 4 p.m. Wednesday.
According to Police Lieutenant Dennis Camp, Judith Burris, 75, of Monett, was traveling east in the parking lot when she “was overcome by fatigue” and struck a safety pole, damaging the front of her 2006 Lexus.
Burris was not injured in the crash. Complete article
Monett police and fire personnel responded to reports of a single-vehicle, non-injury crash in the Walmart parking lot at 4 p.m. Wednesday.
According to Police Lieutenant Dennis Camp, Judith Burris, 75, of Monett, was traveling east in the parking lot when she “was overcome by fatigue” and struck a safety pole, damaging the front of her 2006 Lexus.
Burris was not injured in the crash. Complete article
New Haven Teen Mother, Baby Found In Washington Missouri Walmart 02/03/2021
Ferndale Mich. business nearly shut down from pandemic goes national with Walmart sales 02/04/2021
Police in Selinsgrove Pa. searching for Walmart scammers 02/04/2021
Man arrested after allegedly exposing himself to Missouri Walmart shopper 02/05/2021
BUSTED! NJ ’Serial Shoplifter’ Found With Thousands In Stolen Walmart, Home Depot Merchandise 02/03/2021
Fact check: No, Walmart was not sold to a Chinese investment group 02/04/2021
15-year-old shot in Aurora, possibly at Colrado Walmart on Tower Road 02/07/2021
AURORA, Colo. (KDVR) — A 15-year-old boy was injured in a shooting in Aurora on Sunday.
According to the Aurora Police Department, at 4 p.m., the teen walked into a local emergency room with a gunshot wound in his arm.
Police believe the boy may have been shot at a Walmart at 3301 N. Tower Rd.
Complete article
AURORA, Colo. (KDVR) — A 15-year-old boy was injured in a shooting in Aurora on Sunday.
According to the Aurora Police Department, at 4 p.m., the teen walked into a local emergency room with a gunshot wound in his arm.
Police believe the boy may have been shot at a Walmart at 3301 N. Tower Rd.
Complete article
Man arrested after displaying knife during road rage incident at Abilene Tx. Walmart 02/08/2021
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A man was arrested after displaying a knife during a road rage incident at an Abilene Walmart.
Vincente Herrera, 48, was arrested at Walmart on Hwy 351 following the incident Friday.
Police reports reveal Herrera “exhibited a knife in a threatening manner” during an undisclosed road incident. Complete article
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A man was arrested after displaying a knife during a road rage incident at an Abilene Walmart.
Vincente Herrera, 48, was arrested at Walmart on Hwy 351 following the incident Friday.
Police reports reveal Herrera “exhibited a knife in a threatening manner” during an undisclosed road incident. Complete article
Wasilla Alaska Officers Drag Native Woman 'Trespasser' from Walmart 02/07/2021
A second video of the incident, recorded by Mike Linn, has appeared in which one of the Wasilla Police Department officers can be heard warning the woman who was on the ground, with tazing if she didn't "calm down."
A Facebook live video is making the rounds on social media after being viewed more than five thousand times. The video seems all but certain to reignite a debate on tactics employed by police officers.
Video taken by Wasilla resident Mike Linn, appears to show two unmasked Wasilla Police officers dragging an Alaska Native woman out of a Wasilla Walmart yesterday evening. The video has some calling into question tactics employed by Wasilla Police Department Officers.
In the video, which is roughly eight minutes long, you can hear one officer tell the woman that she is "trespassing" at the Walmart location. It appears an officer had a knee in the woman's neck at one point in the video. Complete article
A second video of the incident, recorded by Mike Linn, has appeared in which one of the Wasilla Police Department officers can be heard warning the woman who was on the ground, with tazing if she didn't "calm down."
A Facebook live video is making the rounds on social media after being viewed more than five thousand times. The video seems all but certain to reignite a debate on tactics employed by police officers.
Video taken by Wasilla resident Mike Linn, appears to show two unmasked Wasilla Police officers dragging an Alaska Native woman out of a Wasilla Walmart yesterday evening. The video has some calling into question tactics employed by Wasilla Police Department Officers.
In the video, which is roughly eight minutes long, you can hear one officer tell the woman that she is "trespassing" at the Walmart location. It appears an officer had a knee in the woman's neck at one point in the video. Complete article
62-year-old Walmart employee punched during robbery in Fremont 02/07/2021
FREMONT, Calif. (KRON) — A 62-year-old Walmart employee was assaulted after two suspects tried to shoplift from the Fremont store, authorities announced.
On Jan. 1 around 8:45 a.m., a male and female suspect were attempting to shoplift from the Walmart store on Osgood Road.
The Walmart employee asked the suspects to pay for the merchandise when the female suspected punched the employee in the face, causing him to fall to the ground.
Patrol officers investigated the incident and identified a suspect vehicle from nearby business cameras. The license plate was captured for a silver Chrysler Sebring and video of the suspects and suspect vehicle were shared with surrounding law enforcement agencies. Complete article
FREMONT, Calif. (KRON) — A 62-year-old Walmart employee was assaulted after two suspects tried to shoplift from the Fremont store, authorities announced.
On Jan. 1 around 8:45 a.m., a male and female suspect were attempting to shoplift from the Walmart store on Osgood Road.
The Walmart employee asked the suspects to pay for the merchandise when the female suspected punched the employee in the face, causing him to fall to the ground.
Patrol officers investigated the incident and identified a suspect vehicle from nearby business cameras. The license plate was captured for a silver Chrysler Sebring and video of the suspects and suspect vehicle were shared with surrounding law enforcement agencies. Complete article
Two arrested in connection with December larceny at Potsdam NY Walmart 02/05/2021
Saddle Brook NJ Walmart propane tank hit by plow, forcing stores and homes to be evacuated 02/05/2021
PA. STATE POLICE SAY WALMART THEFT STILL UNDER INVESTIGATION 02/05/2021
Affidavit: Man instructed to deliver cocaine at Tx. Walmart 02/05/2021 A man said he was tasked with delivering cocaine at a local Walmart in Laredo, according to an arrest affidavit filed on Thursday.
Thieves go on Fla. Walmart spending spree after stealing credit cards 02/05/2021
Man accused of firing gun outside Ca. Walmart, in late Dec., yelled about ‘Illuminati,’ acted strangely beforehand: reports 02/08/2021
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Before firing a gun outside the East Bakersfield Walmart, Rodolfo Romo had been inside the store yelling about the “Illuminati” and demanding to speak with supervisors, according to police reports.
Employees said Romo told them, “This is not a prank, this is not a joke,” while at the Walmart on Fashion Plaza, according to the reports recently filed in Superior Court. Shortly afterward, he walked to the parking lot and fired two shots in the air, the documents say. He dropped the gun and went back inside the building, where he was taken into custody.
Multiple witnesses identified him as the shooter, according to the documents.
Romo, 31, has pleaded not guilty to recklessly discharging a firearm and other gun-related charges. He has a competency hearing scheduled Feb. 16.
The Dec. 28 incident prompted an evacuation of the building and drew a large law enforcement response for what at first was reported as an active shooter situation. Adding to the confusion, another person picked up the gun and was walking away with it before a parole agent confronted him and ordered him to get on the ground, the documents say. That person was released after witnesses told the agent he wasn’t the shooter. Complete article
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Before firing a gun outside the East Bakersfield Walmart, Rodolfo Romo had been inside the store yelling about the “Illuminati” and demanding to speak with supervisors, according to police reports.
Employees said Romo told them, “This is not a prank, this is not a joke,” while at the Walmart on Fashion Plaza, according to the reports recently filed in Superior Court. Shortly afterward, he walked to the parking lot and fired two shots in the air, the documents say. He dropped the gun and went back inside the building, where he was taken into custody.
Multiple witnesses identified him as the shooter, according to the documents.
Romo, 31, has pleaded not guilty to recklessly discharging a firearm and other gun-related charges. He has a competency hearing scheduled Feb. 16.
The Dec. 28 incident prompted an evacuation of the building and drew a large law enforcement response for what at first was reported as an active shooter situation. Adding to the confusion, another person picked up the gun and was walking away with it before a parole agent confronted him and ordered him to get on the ground, the documents say. That person was released after witnesses told the agent he wasn’t the shooter. Complete article
Medford man arrested after police chase ends in Oregon Walmart parking lot 02/08/2021
A Medford man was arrested Thursday after he fled from police, struck one car and almost hit a pedestrian and an officer in the area of South 6th Street.
Klamath Falls Police Department officers began to pursue Trevor Wiley, 29, after the Oregon State Police reported he was seen driving recklessly on Highway 97 toward downtown Klamath Falls, according to a KFPD news release.
Law enforcement stopped the pursuit while Wiley was on S 6th street due to excessive speeds and traffic. Near S 6th Street and Adams Street, Wiley hit another car and almost hit a pedestrian at a crosswalk. At that time, KFPD resumed pursuing Wiley “as it was clear the suspect driving factors were likely to contribute to substantial injury or death to another person,” stated the news release. Complete article
A Medford man was arrested Thursday after he fled from police, struck one car and almost hit a pedestrian and an officer in the area of South 6th Street.
Klamath Falls Police Department officers began to pursue Trevor Wiley, 29, after the Oregon State Police reported he was seen driving recklessly on Highway 97 toward downtown Klamath Falls, according to a KFPD news release.
Law enforcement stopped the pursuit while Wiley was on S 6th street due to excessive speeds and traffic. Near S 6th Street and Adams Street, Wiley hit another car and almost hit a pedestrian at a crosswalk. At that time, KFPD resumed pursuing Wiley “as it was clear the suspect driving factors were likely to contribute to substantial injury or death to another person,” stated the news release. Complete article
Driver of stolen car arrested after crashing into multiple cars at Mississippi Walmart, officers say 02/09/2021
HERNANDO, Miss. — The driver of a stolen car faces a number of charges after running from officers and crashing into multiple cars on the parking lot of the Hernando Walmart.
According to the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office, deputies tried to stop the driver, 44-year-old Stacey Guiltner from Michigan, in the Hernando Walmart parking lot around 1 p.m. Tuesday.
Guiltner fled the scene and hit a patrol car and an unmarked car. She also hit a passenger van in the parking lot and a vehicle at the Walmart gas pumps. Complete article
HERNANDO, Miss. — The driver of a stolen car faces a number of charges after running from officers and crashing into multiple cars on the parking lot of the Hernando Walmart.
According to the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office, deputies tried to stop the driver, 44-year-old Stacey Guiltner from Michigan, in the Hernando Walmart parking lot around 1 p.m. Tuesday.
Guiltner fled the scene and hit a patrol car and an unmarked car. She also hit a passenger van in the parking lot and a vehicle at the Walmart gas pumps. Complete article
Man wanted for hitting woman in head with bicycle at Asheville NC Walmart, police say 02/09/2021
ARDEN, N.C. — Asheville police are looking for a man they say hit a woman in the head with a bicycle at a Walmart.
Police said the assault happened Feb. 5 at the store on Airport Road.
Man police say is wanted in the assault on a woman at an Asheville Walmart.
The victim sustained bruises, a concussion and received six stitches in her head, police said. Complete article
ARDEN, N.C. — Asheville police are looking for a man they say hit a woman in the head with a bicycle at a Walmart.
Police said the assault happened Feb. 5 at the store on Airport Road.
Man police say is wanted in the assault on a woman at an Asheville Walmart.
The victim sustained bruises, a concussion and received six stitches in her head, police said. Complete article
Firefighters battle blaze at Montgomery Alabama Walmart 02/08/2021
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Montgomery firefighters extinguished a blaze at a local Walmart Monday night.
The fire was inside the Walmart Supercenter on Atlanta Highway.
Photos from inside the building show heavy smoke, as well as flames.
According to the fire department, crews located a fire inside the store. The sprinkler system held the fire in check until they arrived. Complete article
Montgomery Walmart fire deemed arson, suspects’ photos released 02/10/2021
Juvenile charged with arson in Montgomery Walmart fire 02/11/2021
Walmart to partially reopen Atlanta Highway store damaged by arson 02/17/2021
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Montgomery firefighters extinguished a blaze at a local Walmart Monday night.
The fire was inside the Walmart Supercenter on Atlanta Highway.
Photos from inside the building show heavy smoke, as well as flames.
According to the fire department, crews located a fire inside the store. The sprinkler system held the fire in check until they arrived. Complete article
Montgomery Walmart fire deemed arson, suspects’ photos released 02/10/2021
Juvenile charged with arson in Montgomery Walmart fire 02/11/2021
Walmart to partially reopen Atlanta Highway store damaged by arson 02/17/2021
Woman struggles with officers during arrest at Nebraska Walmart 02/09/2021
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Officers with the Lincoln Police Department say a woman struggled while being arrested at a Walmart after being caught shoplifting roughly $85 worth of merchandise.
Around 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, police were dispatched to the Walmart on 27th and Superior Streets for a report of shoplifting.
LPD said responding officers spoke with employees who identified a woman who was trying to leave the store without paying for several items.
While officers approached the woman, LPD said she tried evading the officer. According to police, the officer told the woman to stop and tried taking her into custody. Complete article
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Officers with the Lincoln Police Department say a woman struggled while being arrested at a Walmart after being caught shoplifting roughly $85 worth of merchandise.
Around 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, police were dispatched to the Walmart on 27th and Superior Streets for a report of shoplifting.
LPD said responding officers spoke with employees who identified a woman who was trying to leave the store without paying for several items.
While officers approached the woman, LPD said she tried evading the officer. According to police, the officer told the woman to stop and tried taking her into custody. Complete article
Woman banned from NY Walmart charged with burglary 02/08/2021
Biden, Yellen to discuss $1.9 trillion COVID relief plan with JPMorgan, Walmart, Gap CEOs 02/09/2021
Gov. DeSantis to deliver update from Walmart in Jacksonville Fla. 02/09/2021
Deputies: 'All-clear' given for SC Walmart Neighborhood Market to reopen after bomb threat investigation 02/09/2021
Sebastian woman arrested for shoplifting at Palm Bay Fla. Walmart 02/07/2021
GPD: A Gainesville man hits girlfriend with car after spat over money at Fla. Walmart 02/10/2021
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Police arrested a man for attempted murder after he tried to run over the mother of his child at a Gainesville Walmart.
According to Gainesville police, Ricky Walker and his girlfriend fought about money at the Walmart at SW 42nd St. on Wednesday night. After the fight the 58-year-old man entered his car and swerved at the woman, intentionally hitting her. The fight inside the store and the incident outside was witnessed by the victim’s 15-year-old son. The son told police that he thought Walker deliberately hit his mother with the car.
The victim was taken to UF Shands where she is being treated for multiple fractured bones and a cut on her forehead. Complete article
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Police arrested a man for attempted murder after he tried to run over the mother of his child at a Gainesville Walmart.
According to Gainesville police, Ricky Walker and his girlfriend fought about money at the Walmart at SW 42nd St. on Wednesday night. After the fight the 58-year-old man entered his car and swerved at the woman, intentionally hitting her. The fight inside the store and the incident outside was witnessed by the victim’s 15-year-old son. The son told police that he thought Walker deliberately hit his mother with the car.
The victim was taken to UF Shands where she is being treated for multiple fractured bones and a cut on her forehead. Complete article
Arrest made in connection with Fayette Co. mother found dead in trunk outside Walmart in Morgantown WV 02/10/2021
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — A man was arrested in connection with a Fayette County mother found dead in the trunk of her car outside a Walmart store in Morgantown.
According to the Monongalia County Sheriff’s Office, Gary Donald Smith III, 60, was arrested on charges of First Degree Murder. Officials said Smith is the paternal grandfather of Alexa Randolph’s child.
Smith was arraigned and given no bond. He was transported to the North Central Regional Jail where he will await a preliminary hearing.
Investigators said Randolph’s vehicle was dropped off in the store parking lot around 8:52 p.m. on Jan. 28 and that Smith then left on foot. Complete article
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — A man was arrested in connection with a Fayette County mother found dead in the trunk of her car outside a Walmart store in Morgantown.
According to the Monongalia County Sheriff’s Office, Gary Donald Smith III, 60, was arrested on charges of First Degree Murder. Officials said Smith is the paternal grandfather of Alexa Randolph’s child.
Smith was arraigned and given no bond. He was transported to the North Central Regional Jail where he will await a preliminary hearing.
Investigators said Randolph’s vehicle was dropped off in the store parking lot around 8:52 p.m. on Jan. 28 and that Smith then left on foot. Complete article
Report: Biden White House Puts Hold on TikTok Deal with Oracle and Walmart 02/10/2021
The deal for TikTok’s American operations with Oracle and Walmart has been put on hold indefinitely by the Biden White House, according to the New York Times.
The New York Times reports that the U.S. plan to force a deal for TikTok’s American operations to Oracle and Walmart has been put on hold as the Biden administration begins a broad review of former President Donald Trump’s efforts to address possible national security risks from Chinese tech companies. Complete article
The deal for TikTok’s American operations with Oracle and Walmart has been put on hold indefinitely by the Biden White House, according to the New York Times.
The New York Times reports that the U.S. plan to force a deal for TikTok’s American operations to Oracle and Walmart has been put on hold as the Biden administration begins a broad review of former President Donald Trump’s efforts to address possible national security risks from Chinese tech companies. Complete article
Suspect alters stolen check to buy gift cards at Walmart, Murfreesboro Tenn. police investigate 02/09/2021
Police: Woman stole from a NY Walmart 02/09/2021
Three men use counterfeit money to buy TV from Cape Coral Fla. Walmart 02/09/2021
Walmart employee ‘steaks’ out meat thief: Brooklyn Ohio Police Blotter 02/10/2021
2 suspects arrested for a robbery at Walmart in Hesperia Ca. (VIDEO) 02/10/2021
Arrest made after missing man found fatally shot in Fla. Walmart parking lot, police say 02/11/2021 (This took place a month and a half ago but was hardly reported in the news until now.)
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. – An arrest has been made more than a month after a missing man was found shot to death in his vehicle at a Walmart parking lot, according to the Altamonte Police Department.
Police said Anthony Bradford’s body was found around 11:40 p.m. on Dec. 20, 2020 at a Walmart on State Road 434. He was last seen by a family member on Dec. 18, 2020 and was reported missing the next day.
Records show Aaris Woodson was in contact with Bradford minutes before his death and was also in the area at the time of the shooting. Complete article
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. – An arrest has been made more than a month after a missing man was found shot to death in his vehicle at a Walmart parking lot, according to the Altamonte Police Department.
Police said Anthony Bradford’s body was found around 11:40 p.m. on Dec. 20, 2020 at a Walmart on State Road 434. He was last seen by a family member on Dec. 18, 2020 and was reported missing the next day.
Records show Aaris Woodson was in contact with Bradford minutes before his death and was also in the area at the time of the shooting. Complete article
Festus Missouri police find funeral van, at Walmart, that was stolen earlier in Spanish Lake area with body inside 02/11/2021
FESTUS — The search for a stolen funeral home van — and the body of a woman inside — ended Friday in the sporting goods aisle of a Walmart store in Festus.
Police there arrested a man and a woman suspected of stealing the van the day before in the Spanish Lake area. Officers found the white cargo van in the store parking lot, peered inside and saw what appeared to be the woman's body.
The woman was a nursing home patient who was being transported to a crematory on Thursday by the William C. Harris Funeral Home when its driver left the van running to go inside a QuikTrip. The two suspects had tried to enter a couple of other vehicles at the convenience store before hopping in the van and driving away, authorities said.
Festus police Chief Timothy B. Lewis said officers from Festus and Crystal City arrested the pair about 10:15 a.m. Friday. The officers had fanned out inside the Walmart after the van was spotted in the parking lot. Lewis said the couple, both in their 30s, were arrested without incident. Complete article
FESTUS — The search for a stolen funeral home van — and the body of a woman inside — ended Friday in the sporting goods aisle of a Walmart store in Festus.
Police there arrested a man and a woman suspected of stealing the van the day before in the Spanish Lake area. Officers found the white cargo van in the store parking lot, peered inside and saw what appeared to be the woman's body.
The woman was a nursing home patient who was being transported to a crematory on Thursday by the William C. Harris Funeral Home when its driver left the van running to go inside a QuikTrip. The two suspects had tried to enter a couple of other vehicles at the convenience store before hopping in the van and driving away, authorities said.
Festus police Chief Timothy B. Lewis said officers from Festus and Crystal City arrested the pair about 10:15 a.m. Friday. The officers had fanned out inside the Walmart after the van was spotted in the parking lot. Lewis said the couple, both in their 30s, were arrested without incident. Complete article
Agents seize four ounces of meth after couple nabbed at Rogersville Tenn. Walmart in stolen cars 02/12/2021
ROGERSVILLE — A Greeneville couple who allegedly rendezvoused at the Rogersville Walmart on Wednesday night, each driving a stolen vehicle, were arrested by the TBI and DTF after the woman was allegedly found in possession of four ounces of meth, among other drugs.
According to a report filed by Third Judicial Task Force Assistant Director Scott Stewart, agents with the DTF and Tennessee Bureau of Investigation located a vehicle that had been reported stolen in Kingsport, and began conducting surveillance.
It was later determined that the vehicle was being driven by Cheyenne Elizabeth Coburn, 29, who is listed as homeless and from Greeneville.
Coburn reportedly arrived at the Rogersville Walmart parking lot, where a Toyota 4-Runner reportedly pulled near her. It was driven by Andrew Caleb Gibson, 26, 493 Possum Creek Road, Greeneville. That vehicle was determined to be reported stolen in Greeneville. Complete article
ROGERSVILLE — A Greeneville couple who allegedly rendezvoused at the Rogersville Walmart on Wednesday night, each driving a stolen vehicle, were arrested by the TBI and DTF after the woman was allegedly found in possession of four ounces of meth, among other drugs.
According to a report filed by Third Judicial Task Force Assistant Director Scott Stewart, agents with the DTF and Tennessee Bureau of Investigation located a vehicle that had been reported stolen in Kingsport, and began conducting surveillance.
It was later determined that the vehicle was being driven by Cheyenne Elizabeth Coburn, 29, who is listed as homeless and from Greeneville.
Coburn reportedly arrived at the Rogersville Walmart parking lot, where a Toyota 4-Runner reportedly pulled near her. It was driven by Andrew Caleb Gibson, 26, 493 Possum Creek Road, Greeneville. That vehicle was determined to be reported stolen in Greeneville. Complete article
Police: Prank video at Greenville Walmart leads to arrest 02/12/2021
GREENVILLE, Ala. (WSFA) - Police have arrested a man in connection to an incident at a Greenville Walmart that has gotten a lot of attention on social media.
Police say a 20-year-old was going around pretending to hit people while others videoed it.
Rondarious Powell is now charged with harassment.
Police Chief Justin Lovvorn said this should serve as a warning to anyone planning to pull a similar prank.
“The individual we had to arrest on this, from people that know him that I’ve talked to, he’s actually not a bad kid, has never been in any real trouble, but they get this I guess craving for attention or popularity and think that this is the way to get it and it’s absolutely the wrong thing to do and will end up in jail for you for sure. If, if not, something else worse happening, someone may try to defend themselves thinking that they’re actually in danger,” Lovvorn said. Complete article
GREENVILLE, Ala. (WSFA) - Police have arrested a man in connection to an incident at a Greenville Walmart that has gotten a lot of attention on social media.
Police say a 20-year-old was going around pretending to hit people while others videoed it.
Rondarious Powell is now charged with harassment.
Police Chief Justin Lovvorn said this should serve as a warning to anyone planning to pull a similar prank.
“The individual we had to arrest on this, from people that know him that I’ve talked to, he’s actually not a bad kid, has never been in any real trouble, but they get this I guess craving for attention or popularity and think that this is the way to get it and it’s absolutely the wrong thing to do and will end up in jail for you for sure. If, if not, something else worse happening, someone may try to defend themselves thinking that they’re actually in danger,” Lovvorn said. Complete article
Abandoned Puppies Rescued After Being Left To Freeze In NW Oklahoma City Walmart Parking Lot 02/11/2021
OKLAHOMA CITY - Five puppies were discovered on Tuesday in a metro Walmart parking lot by a dumpster. The nearly frozen puppies were nursed back to health by a local animal rescue volunteer. “I’m on my way. I’ll be there to get them,” said Erin Mangrum, volunteer for County Road Animal Rescue.
That was Mangrum's first response to a call she got from the Bethany Animal Shelter on Tuesday.
Mangrum said five, two-week-old puppies were brought to the shelter, struggling to survive. They were left in a Walmart parking lot near Northwest Expressway and Council Road. The mother was nowhere in sight and the temperature was well below freezing. A citizen discovered the puppies and took them to the Bethany Animal Shelter. Complete article
OKLAHOMA CITY - Five puppies were discovered on Tuesday in a metro Walmart parking lot by a dumpster. The nearly frozen puppies were nursed back to health by a local animal rescue volunteer. “I’m on my way. I’ll be there to get them,” said Erin Mangrum, volunteer for County Road Animal Rescue.
That was Mangrum's first response to a call she got from the Bethany Animal Shelter on Tuesday.
Mangrum said five, two-week-old puppies were brought to the shelter, struggling to survive. They were left in a Walmart parking lot near Northwest Expressway and Council Road. The mother was nowhere in sight and the temperature was well below freezing. A citizen discovered the puppies and took them to the Bethany Animal Shelter. Complete article
Report: Arsenic, Lead, Toxic Metals Exist In Some Baby Food Including Gerber, Walmart, Beech-Nut Brands 02/12/2021
(CBSDFW.COM) – A recent congressional report reveals that ingredients in many baby foods contain dangerously high levels of heavy metals such as arsenic, lead, and cadmium. Released by a House of Representatives subcommittee led by Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi on Feb. 4, the report indicates levels that exceed the legal limits established by the Environmental Protection Agency.
The Food and Drug Administration and the World Health Organization have declared toxic heavy metals dangerous to human health, particularly to babies and children, who are most vulnerable to their neurotoxic effects. Even low levels of exposure can cause serious and often irreversible damage to brain development. Complete article
(CBSDFW.COM) – A recent congressional report reveals that ingredients in many baby foods contain dangerously high levels of heavy metals such as arsenic, lead, and cadmium. Released by a House of Representatives subcommittee led by Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi on Feb. 4, the report indicates levels that exceed the legal limits established by the Environmental Protection Agency.
The Food and Drug Administration and the World Health Organization have declared toxic heavy metals dangerous to human health, particularly to babies and children, who are most vulnerable to their neurotoxic effects. Even low levels of exposure can cause serious and often irreversible damage to brain development. Complete article
Florida Walmart stores mistakenly make COVID-19 vaccine appointments for extremely vulnerable people under 65 02/12/2021
ORLANDO, Fla. — Walmart has mistakenly started making appointments for extremely vulnerable people under 65, Rep. Carlos Guillermo Smith said.
Though Walmart is vaccinating extremely vulnerable people under 65 in other states, Florida officials have said that only hospitals can vaccinate those people. Complete article
ORLANDO, Fla. — Walmart has mistakenly started making appointments for extremely vulnerable people under 65, Rep. Carlos Guillermo Smith said.
🚨 IMPORTANT UPDATE 🚨 We’ve just found out that @Walmart mistakenly opened up COVID vaccines to under 65 with co-morbidities and are halting appointments for that group. We demanded they honor already booked appointments and I’ve been assured by the state THEY WILL BE HONORED!
Rep. Carlos G Smith
@CarlosGSmith · 20h
I can only imagine how frustrating this is to the many medically vulnerable people who reached out to our office for help. Thankfully many were able to secure appointments before the change, but we’ll keep fighting for those at-risk under 65 to get vaccines ASAP! 😷
Rep. Carlos G Smith
@CarlosGSmith · 20h
This is for Florida only!
Though Walmart is vaccinating extremely vulnerable people under 65 in other states, Florida officials have said that only hospitals can vaccinate those people. Complete article
Walmart selling beef from firm linked to Amazon deforestation 02/13/2021
Three of the biggest US grocery chains sell Brazilian beef produced by a controversial meat company linked to the destruction of the Amazon rainforest, an investigation has revealed.
Food giants Walmart, Costco and Kroger – which together totaled net sales worth more than half a trillion dollars last year – are selling Brazilian beef products imported from JBS, the world’s largest meat company, which has been linked to deforestation.
Brazilian beef has been identified as a key driver of deforestation in the Amazon, where swathes of forest are cleared for pasture used for cattle farming. The Amazon is a crucial buffer in stabilizing the regional and global climate. Experts say preserving the world’s rainforests is essential if further intensification of the climate emergency is to be averted. Complete article
Three of the biggest US grocery chains sell Brazilian beef produced by a controversial meat company linked to the destruction of the Amazon rainforest, an investigation has revealed.
Food giants Walmart, Costco and Kroger – which together totaled net sales worth more than half a trillion dollars last year – are selling Brazilian beef products imported from JBS, the world’s largest meat company, which has been linked to deforestation.
Brazilian beef has been identified as a key driver of deforestation in the Amazon, where swathes of forest are cleared for pasture used for cattle farming. The Amazon is a crucial buffer in stabilizing the regional and global climate. Experts say preserving the world’s rainforests is essential if further intensification of the climate emergency is to be averted. Complete article
Man Sentenced To Probation For Comments Made At Pa. Walmart in August 2019 02/09/2021
Cowboys for Trump head, El Paso Tx. Walmart shooting mentioned in Trump impeachment trial 02/11/2021
Power restored at Walmart in Boyd County Ky. 02/12/2021
Loganville Ga. Police Need IDs On Women They Say Stole From Walmart 02/11/2021
Standoff in Darby may be linked to Pa. Walmart shooting: Source 02/14/2021
DARBY, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- Police are on the scene of a standoff in Darby, Delaware County that may be connected to a shooting at a Walmart earlier in the day.
The standoff began shortly before 1 p.m. Sunday on the 400 block of Main Street.
Sources say the suspect was involved in an earlier shooting at a nearby Walmart located on MacDade Boulevard in Glenolden.
The shooting occurred before 9:30 a.m. Sunday. The Action Cam on the scene of the shooting showed officers assembling outside the store and some headed inside. Police taped off the area around the Walmart entrance. Complete article
Walmart Shooting Over Possible Video Game Sale Dispute Leads To Manhunt In Delaware County, Police Say 02/15/2021
Devante Dixon Surrenders Following Shooting At Delaware County Walmart Over Video Game Sale Dispute, Police Say 02/18/2021
DARBY, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- Police are on the scene of a standoff in Darby, Delaware County that may be connected to a shooting at a Walmart earlier in the day.
The standoff began shortly before 1 p.m. Sunday on the 400 block of Main Street.
Sources say the suspect was involved in an earlier shooting at a nearby Walmart located on MacDade Boulevard in Glenolden.
The shooting occurred before 9:30 a.m. Sunday. The Action Cam on the scene of the shooting showed officers assembling outside the store and some headed inside. Police taped off the area around the Walmart entrance. Complete article
Walmart Shooting Over Possible Video Game Sale Dispute Leads To Manhunt In Delaware County, Police Say 02/15/2021
Devante Dixon Surrenders Following Shooting At Delaware County Walmart Over Video Game Sale Dispute, Police Say 02/18/2021
Police on scene of a fight at the Ill. Walmart on East State Street 02/13/2021
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford Police are on scene of an incident at the Walmart on East State Street.
Police have told us a fight broke out, but haven’t provided further details.
We will update when there’s more. Complete article
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford Police are on scene of an incident at the Walmart on East State Street.
Police have told us a fight broke out, but haven’t provided further details.
We will update when there’s more. Complete article
Man arrested, banned from Walmart properties after stealing $700 in merchandise in Putnam County Tenn. 02/13/2021
PUTNAM COUNTY, Tenn. (WKRN) – A man in Putnam County was arrested and banned from Walmart stores after police say he stole more hundreds of dollars in merchandise.
According to a release from Algood Police, Michael Durand was arrested for shoplifting from Walmart.
It happened on Friday at a Walmart store. Asset Protection from Walmart tried to stop Durand before he left the store but were unsuccessful.
Sgt. Ferguson and Ofc. Nguyen intervened and tried to stop Durand. Durand began leaving on foot into the parking lot.
Officers pursued him, giving warnings to stop for police, before deploying a taser. Durand was then taken into custody. He is facing charges with resisting stop, halt and frisk. Complete article
PUTNAM COUNTY, Tenn. (WKRN) – A man in Putnam County was arrested and banned from Walmart stores after police say he stole more hundreds of dollars in merchandise.
According to a release from Algood Police, Michael Durand was arrested for shoplifting from Walmart.
It happened on Friday at a Walmart store. Asset Protection from Walmart tried to stop Durand before he left the store but were unsuccessful.
Sgt. Ferguson and Ofc. Nguyen intervened and tried to stop Durand. Durand began leaving on foot into the parking lot.
Officers pursued him, giving warnings to stop for police, before deploying a taser. Durand was then taken into custody. He is facing charges with resisting stop, halt and frisk. Complete article
Woman allegedly fought with Mount Pleasant Wisc. officers in Walmart bathroom 02/12/2021
MOUNT PLEASANT — A woman who reportedly refused to leave a restroom and allegedly was under the influence of several drugs at the Walmart Neighborhood Market, 5625 Washington Ave., is being held for nine charges, Mount Pleasant Police said Friday.
Officers from the Mount Pleasant Police Department responded just after 11:15 p.m. Thursday to a report of a woman who had been at the store for over three hours and was refusing to leave the restroom. It was also reported that she was possibly under the influence of drugs.
The Walmart had closed at 11 p.m. Upon arrival, officers located the female subject in the restroom and she failed to comply with officers’ orders, according to a press release from the Mount Pleasant Police Department.
Officers attempted to detain the female subject and she began to physically resist officers, officials said. She allegedly struck several officers and was taken into custody. Complete article
MOUNT PLEASANT — A woman who reportedly refused to leave a restroom and allegedly was under the influence of several drugs at the Walmart Neighborhood Market, 5625 Washington Ave., is being held for nine charges, Mount Pleasant Police said Friday.
Officers from the Mount Pleasant Police Department responded just after 11:15 p.m. Thursday to a report of a woman who had been at the store for over three hours and was refusing to leave the restroom. It was also reported that she was possibly under the influence of drugs.
The Walmart had closed at 11 p.m. Upon arrival, officers located the female subject in the restroom and she failed to comply with officers’ orders, according to a press release from the Mount Pleasant Police Department.
Officers attempted to detain the female subject and she began to physically resist officers, officials said. She allegedly struck several officers and was taken into custody. Complete article
Crews respond to fire at Ill. Wal-Mart 02/14/2021
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — First-responders were called out to a Springfield Wal-Mart after a small fire broke out.
The Springfield Fire Department’s union, Local #37, says on Facebook crews responded to the Wal-Mart on Lejune Drive off of 11th Street.
Arriving at the scene, firefighters noted that nothing was showing and there were a lot of cars blocking the fire lane. Complete article
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — First-responders were called out to a Springfield Wal-Mart after a small fire broke out.
The Springfield Fire Department’s union, Local #37, says on Facebook crews responded to the Wal-Mart on Lejune Drive off of 11th Street.
Arriving at the scene, firefighters noted that nothing was showing and there were a lot of cars blocking the fire lane. Complete article
Union Workers In Ohio Try To Stop GE Lighting, Walmart From Shipping Their Jobs To China 02/15/2021
General Electric Lighting-Savant notified 81 workers at their plant in Bucyrus, Ohio that they would be laid off and production would move to China because of the high cost of producing LED light bulbs.
In response to the planned layoffs, announced as of the first week of January, workers and their union are pushing to save those jobs because they fear job cuts will lead to the closure of the plant that has been open since 1942.
If shut down, that would leave 200 people unemployed in a city of less than 12,000 people. ......
The Ohio AFL-CIO started a petition to rally support from the community to the CEOs of General Electric, Savant, and Walmart, which exclusively purchases and sells the light bulbs produced at the plant. .....
On February 6, union members around the United States held protests outside of nearly 50 Walmart stores in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, California, and several other states to demand Walmart ensure the product line remains in the United States. (This is in line with Walmart’s corporate pledges to support American manufacturing.) Complete article
General Electric Lighting-Savant notified 81 workers at their plant in Bucyrus, Ohio that they would be laid off and production would move to China because of the high cost of producing LED light bulbs.
In response to the planned layoffs, announced as of the first week of January, workers and their union are pushing to save those jobs because they fear job cuts will lead to the closure of the plant that has been open since 1942.
If shut down, that would leave 200 people unemployed in a city of less than 12,000 people. ......
The Ohio AFL-CIO started a petition to rally support from the community to the CEOs of General Electric, Savant, and Walmart, which exclusively purchases and sells the light bulbs produced at the plant. .....
On February 6, union members around the United States held protests outside of nearly 50 Walmart stores in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, California, and several other states to demand Walmart ensure the product line remains in the United States. (This is in line with Walmart’s corporate pledges to support American manufacturing.) Complete article
Google Hires Walmart Exec for New Server Operations Strategy Role 02/09/2021
Monique Picou will oversee server-floor operations, data center planning, and staffing across Google’s global data center fleet.
Google has created a new executive role on its global data center operations leadership team and hired a former Walmart supply chain exec to fill it.
Monique Picou, previously senior VP and chief strategy and supply chain officer for Walmart’s Sam’s Club, is now VP of product, technology strategy, and global server operations at Google. She will report into Ben Treynor Sloss, Google’s VP of engineering. Complete article
Monique Picou will oversee server-floor operations, data center planning, and staffing across Google’s global data center fleet.
Google has created a new executive role on its global data center operations leadership team and hired a former Walmart supply chain exec to fill it.
Monique Picou, previously senior VP and chief strategy and supply chain officer for Walmart’s Sam’s Club, is now VP of product, technology strategy, and global server operations at Google. She will report into Ben Treynor Sloss, Google’s VP of engineering. Complete article
Butler County Ohio Walmart employee accused of $700-plus in thefts from the store 02/11/2021
Loudoun Va. deputy shot at Sterling Walmart to be released from hospital 02/12/2021
CRIME STOPPERS: Suspects wanted after theft at Moline Ill. Walmart 02/11/2021
Cops: City manager among victims of theft ID scheme at Tx. Walmart 02/13/2021 Police say Wichita Falls’ city manager was one of several victims of ID theft that resulted from a scheme involving a contractor working out of the Walmart store on Lawrence Road.
Judge donates $15,000 in honor of teen fatally stabbed at La. Walmart 02/12/2021 Melanie Lyons was stabbed to death on her 15th birthday. A $15,000 donation has been made in Melanie’s honor for several causes including a mentoring group for teen girls.
Police: Woman shoots, kills boyfriend outside Chalmette La. Walmart 02/15/2021
CHALMETTE (WVUE) -The St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office arrested a New Orleans woman for shooting and killing her boyfriend and the father of her child outside the Walmart in Chalmette.
Alexis King, 20, was booked with second degree murder.
The shooting happened Sunday evening (Feb. 14) around 7 p.m. at the Walmart located at 8101 W Judge Perez.
When deputies arrived on the scene, they found the victim on the ground in the parking lot suffering from a gunshot wound. Complete article
CHALMETTE (WVUE) -The St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office arrested a New Orleans woman for shooting and killing her boyfriend and the father of her child outside the Walmart in Chalmette.
Alexis King, 20, was booked with second degree murder.
The shooting happened Sunday evening (Feb. 14) around 7 p.m. at the Walmart located at 8101 W Judge Perez.
When deputies arrived on the scene, they found the victim on the ground in the parking lot suffering from a gunshot wound. Complete article
Oxnard police investigate shooting in Ca. Walmart parking lot; one victim taken to hospital 02/16/2021
A shooting in the parking lot of a Walmart shopping center in Oxnard sent one person to the hospital on Tuesday night.
The shooting was reported at 8:15 p.m. at Walmart, 2001 N. Rose Ave., according to the Oxnard Police Department.
Officers and first responders arrived on scene and attempted to locate a victim. Police learned the victim, a 19-year-old man from Ventura. had been transported via a private vehicle to St. John's Regional Medical Center with a gunshot wound. The victim's injury was determined to be non-life threatening and he was listed to be in stable condition, police said. Complete article
A shooting in the parking lot of a Walmart shopping center in Oxnard sent one person to the hospital on Tuesday night.
The shooting was reported at 8:15 p.m. at Walmart, 2001 N. Rose Ave., according to the Oxnard Police Department.
Officers and first responders arrived on scene and attempted to locate a victim. Police learned the victim, a 19-year-old man from Ventura. had been transported via a private vehicle to St. John's Regional Medical Center with a gunshot wound. The victim's injury was determined to be non-life threatening and he was listed to be in stable condition, police said. Complete article
Police searching for 2 women connected to shooting at Paoli Ind. Walmart 02/17/2021
PAOLI, Ind. — Police are looking for two women wanted for questioning in a shooting at a Paoli Walmart store Wednesday.
Both Indiana State Police and the Paoli Police Department are investigating the incident. They are looking for Allison R. Shields and Bethany M. Amburgey.
Both individuals are from the New Albany area and are believed to be in a red Ford Focus with license plate number ETH612. Complete article
2 from New Albany arrested in connection with shooting at Paoli Walmart 02/18/2021
PAOLI, Ind. — Police are looking for two women wanted for questioning in a shooting at a Paoli Walmart store Wednesday.
Both Indiana State Police and the Paoli Police Department are investigating the incident. They are looking for Allison R. Shields and Bethany M. Amburgey.
Both individuals are from the New Albany area and are believed to be in a red Ford Focus with license plate number ETH612. Complete article
2 from New Albany arrested in connection with shooting at Paoli Walmart 02/18/2021
Pickup truck stolen from Elkin NC Walmart store with 6-year-old inside: Police 02/15/2021
ELKIN, N.C. — A six-year-old was inside a pickup truck when it was stolen while in the parking lot of a Walmart store, according to the Elkin Police Department.
Police said the man who stole the truck dropped the girl off at Richmond Hill Baptist Church near Boonville. Church members cared for the girl until deputies arrived. Deputies said the girl was unharmed.
Deputies with the Wilkes County Sheriff’s Office tracked down the truck and the suspect.
Deputies arrested Christopher Davis Coffey, 37, of Lenoir. They said the vehicle he was in before driving off in the truck was stolen from Stokes County. Complete article
ELKIN, N.C. — A six-year-old was inside a pickup truck when it was stolen while in the parking lot of a Walmart store, according to the Elkin Police Department.
Police said the man who stole the truck dropped the girl off at Richmond Hill Baptist Church near Boonville. Church members cared for the girl until deputies arrived. Deputies said the girl was unharmed.
Deputies with the Wilkes County Sheriff’s Office tracked down the truck and the suspect.
Deputies arrested Christopher Davis Coffey, 37, of Lenoir. They said the vehicle he was in before driving off in the truck was stolen from Stokes County. Complete article
Crime-fighting unit at Trussville Alabama Walmart nets 11 arrests in 4 days 02/16/2021
TRUSSVILLE — The Trussville Police Department released information following up on a crime suppression detail at Walmart, off Chalkville Mountain Road.
After a shooting on Feb. 2, Police Chief Eric Rush deployed the most concentrated crime-fighting effort in the department’s history. Rush said he felt like people didn’t feel safe going to the area, so he instructed a specialized unit to enforce laws, make arrests and issue citations.
In the first four days, officers with the unit made 11 arrests, issued 80 citations and impounded 21 vehicles. Arrests made were for unlawful possession of methamphetamine, unlawful possession of a controlled substance, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia and carrying a concealed firearm. One of the arrests for carrying a concealed firearm was a Walmart employee, Rush said. These arrests and citations do not include numbers from patrol officers on their regular beats.
The person arrested for the Feb. 2 shooting was also a Walmart employee. 20-year-old Jordan Christopher Harris is now charged with attempted murder, criminal mischief second-degree and reckless endangerment. No one was hurt in the shooting. Harris posted $62,000 in bonds and was released from the Jefferson County Jail on Feb. 3. He is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on April 13. Complete article
TRUSSVILLE — The Trussville Police Department released information following up on a crime suppression detail at Walmart, off Chalkville Mountain Road.
After a shooting on Feb. 2, Police Chief Eric Rush deployed the most concentrated crime-fighting effort in the department’s history. Rush said he felt like people didn’t feel safe going to the area, so he instructed a specialized unit to enforce laws, make arrests and issue citations.
In the first four days, officers with the unit made 11 arrests, issued 80 citations and impounded 21 vehicles. Arrests made were for unlawful possession of methamphetamine, unlawful possession of a controlled substance, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia and carrying a concealed firearm. One of the arrests for carrying a concealed firearm was a Walmart employee, Rush said. These arrests and citations do not include numbers from patrol officers on their regular beats.
The person arrested for the Feb. 2 shooting was also a Walmart employee. 20-year-old Jordan Christopher Harris is now charged with attempted murder, criminal mischief second-degree and reckless endangerment. No one was hurt in the shooting. Harris posted $62,000 in bonds and was released from the Jefferson County Jail on Feb. 3. He is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on April 13. Complete article
Fire crews put out blaze at Whitemarsh Ga. Walmart 02/17/2021
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Chatham Emergency Services (CES) responded to a fire on the roof of the Whitemarsh Island Walmart at 11:53 p.m. Tuesday.
According to CES, a loud boom at the retailer led to the discovery of an gas-fed air handler on top of the building that caught on fire.
CES says crews evacuated the building and quickly extinguished the fire. Complete article
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Chatham Emergency Services (CES) responded to a fire on the roof of the Whitemarsh Island Walmart at 11:53 p.m. Tuesday.
According to CES, a loud boom at the retailer led to the discovery of an gas-fed air handler on top of the building that caught on fire.
CES says crews evacuated the building and quickly extinguished the fire. Complete article
Space heater causes early morning fire at Walmart in Grand Chute Wisc. 02/16/2021
GRAND CHUTE - The Walmart in Grand Chute was evacuated early Tuesday morning after a space heater started a fire in the store's nail salon.
Grand Chute firefighters responded just before 4 a.m. Tuesday to the Walmart at 955 North Mutual Way for a report of a structure fire, according to a news release from the Grand Chute Fire Department. Employees at the store told 911 dispatchers that smoke was coming from the nail salon at the front of the store.
The building's automatic sprinkler system had kept the fire in the nail salon under control, according to the fire department. Firefighters put out the remaining pockets of fire and kept it from spreading outside the nail salon. Complete article
GRAND CHUTE - The Walmart in Grand Chute was evacuated early Tuesday morning after a space heater started a fire in the store's nail salon.
Grand Chute firefighters responded just before 4 a.m. Tuesday to the Walmart at 955 North Mutual Way for a report of a structure fire, according to a news release from the Grand Chute Fire Department. Employees at the store told 911 dispatchers that smoke was coming from the nail salon at the front of the store.
The building's automatic sprinkler system had kept the fire in the nail salon under control, according to the fire department. Firefighters put out the remaining pockets of fire and kept it from spreading outside the nail salon. Complete article
Florida man caught masturbating in Walmart parking lot told cops he was ‘lonely’ 02/19/2021
A man who was arrested for masturbating in the parking lot of a Florida Walmart told police he took matters into his own hands because he missed his girlfriend.
The indecent incident happened Wednesday in Vero Beach, according to a police report obtained by The Smoking Gun.
Cops were called after a shopper noticed the suspect’s self-love session inside a Kia parked outside the store.
According to the tipster, the Walmart wanker had the driver’s side window down, and was performing the highly visible lewd act in broad daylight.
Arriving officers said they found hard evidence of 26-year-old Kyle Weiss’ guilt. Complete article
A man who was arrested for masturbating in the parking lot of a Florida Walmart told police he took matters into his own hands because he missed his girlfriend.
The indecent incident happened Wednesday in Vero Beach, according to a police report obtained by The Smoking Gun.
Cops were called after a shopper noticed the suspect’s self-love session inside a Kia parked outside the store.
According to the tipster, the Walmart wanker had the driver’s side window down, and was performing the highly visible lewd act in broad daylight.
Arriving officers said they found hard evidence of 26-year-old Kyle Weiss’ guilt. Complete article
Walmart rules out incentives for shots 02/17/2021
Walmart Inc. is bucking a trend among other retailers that are offering eligible workers incentives to get a covid-19 vaccination.
The Bentonville-based retailer has "no plans to offer incentives at this time but will make the vaccine free and accessible to our 1.5 million U.S. associates," a Walmart spokeswoman said Friday.
However, the spokeswoman said Friday that the company will give employees three days of paid leave in case they experience vaccine side effects. Complete article
Walmart Inc. is bucking a trend among other retailers that are offering eligible workers incentives to get a covid-19 vaccination.
The Bentonville-based retailer has "no plans to offer incentives at this time but will make the vaccine free and accessible to our 1.5 million U.S. associates," a Walmart spokeswoman said Friday.
However, the spokeswoman said Friday that the company will give employees three days of paid leave in case they experience vaccine side effects. Complete article
Dow Falls 200 Points After Disappointing Walmart Earnings And Worse-Than-Feared Jobless Data 02/18/2021
TOPLINE Stocks are falling for a second day in a row after worse-than-expected unemployment data and a disappointing earnings report from the nation's largest retailer stoked investor fears that the economic recovery could be lagging more than expected.
Shortly after the market opened, the Dow Jones industrial average was down 197 points, or 0.6%, while the S&P 500 slipped 0.7%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq–which has underperformed in recent days–fell 1%.
Heading up losses in both the Dow and S&P, shares of Walmart fell nearly 6% after a fourth-quarter earnings report that showed stronger-than-expected sales growth in the U.S. of nearly 9% (boosted by stimulus payments, per management), but earnings of $1.39 per share that fell short of Wall Street estimates averaging about $1.50 per share. Complete article
TOPLINE Stocks are falling for a second day in a row after worse-than-expected unemployment data and a disappointing earnings report from the nation's largest retailer stoked investor fears that the economic recovery could be lagging more than expected.
Shortly after the market opened, the Dow Jones industrial average was down 197 points, or 0.6%, while the S&P 500 slipped 0.7%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq–which has underperformed in recent days–fell 1%.
Heading up losses in both the Dow and S&P, shares of Walmart fell nearly 6% after a fourth-quarter earnings report that showed stronger-than-expected sales growth in the U.S. of nearly 9% (boosted by stimulus payments, per management), but earnings of $1.39 per share that fell short of Wall Street estimates averaging about $1.50 per share. Complete article
Walmart just boosted pay to $15. It's not what you think 02/18/2021
(CNN) - Walmart announced pay bumps Thursday that will bring its average hourly wage to over $15 an hour. But the move still falls short of the $15 minimum wage announced by some of its largest competitors.
Walmart, America's largest private employer, said it will raise wages for 425,000 US workers -- more than a fourth of its workforce -- to at least $13 an hour.
Starting March 13, hourly workers stocking shelves and fulfilling customers' home delivery and curbside pickup orders in stores will receive a starting rate of $13 to $19 an hour, based on the store's location and market, Walmart said. Last year, the company raised wages for 165,000 store workers in management roles to a starting rate of $18 an hour. Complete article
Some 730,000 Walmart employees won’t be getting $15 an hour pay — they’re hardly alone 02/19/2021
(CNN) - Walmart announced pay bumps Thursday that will bring its average hourly wage to over $15 an hour. But the move still falls short of the $15 minimum wage announced by some of its largest competitors.
Walmart, America's largest private employer, said it will raise wages for 425,000 US workers -- more than a fourth of its workforce -- to at least $13 an hour.
Starting March 13, hourly workers stocking shelves and fulfilling customers' home delivery and curbside pickup orders in stores will receive a starting rate of $13 to $19 an hour, based on the store's location and market, Walmart said. Last year, the company raised wages for 165,000 store workers in management roles to a starting rate of $18 an hour. Complete article
Some 730,000 Walmart employees won’t be getting $15 an hour pay — they’re hardly alone 02/19/2021
This Ex-Walmart Exec Wants To Take Cardboard Boxes Out Of Online Shopping 02/17/2021
The cofounder of Jet is leading a push to eliminate cardboard waste from online shopping.
His new startup, Olive, is launching with hundreds of brands and retailers, including Adidas, Anthropologie, Everlane, Goop, Ray-Ban, Sam Edelman and ThirdLove, and will offer shoppers the choice of having their online orders bundled together and sent in a reusable tote bag. The totes, along with any returns, will be picked up once a week.
Olive was started by Nate Faust, who joined Walmart in 2016 after selling Jet for $3.3 billion and then spent three years taking on Amazon while running the retailer’s U.S. e-commerce supply chain and logistics. He is joined at Olive by roughly a dozen others he worked with previously at Walmart, Jet or Diapers.com. (Walmart is also losing Jet’s other cofounder, Marc Lore, who announced last month he will leave to work on a separate project that aims to build a “city of the future.”) Complete article
The cofounder of Jet is leading a push to eliminate cardboard waste from online shopping.
His new startup, Olive, is launching with hundreds of brands and retailers, including Adidas, Anthropologie, Everlane, Goop, Ray-Ban, Sam Edelman and ThirdLove, and will offer shoppers the choice of having their online orders bundled together and sent in a reusable tote bag. The totes, along with any returns, will be picked up once a week.
Olive was started by Nate Faust, who joined Walmart in 2016 after selling Jet for $3.3 billion and then spent three years taking on Amazon while running the retailer’s U.S. e-commerce supply chain and logistics. He is joined at Olive by roughly a dozen others he worked with previously at Walmart, Jet or Diapers.com. (Walmart is also losing Jet’s other cofounder, Marc Lore, who announced last month he will leave to work on a separate project that aims to build a “city of the future.”) Complete article
Why Walmart’s CEO says Americans urgently need another stimulus check 02/18/2021
When Walmart CEO Doug McMillon went to the White House last week, he said he gave a clear message: Americans urgently need another round of stimulus checks.
Walmart’s stores and websites reflect consumers’ spending patterns, the retail chief said in an interview with CNBC’s Courtney Reagan on “Squawk Alley.” The company could tell when they stocked up on food and cleaning supplies in the early part of the Covid pandemic and gravitated toward bikes, puzzles and hair color as they remained stuck at home.
When consumers got the most recent stimulus checks at the end of the year, he said a new pattern emerged: more shoppers put the extra dollars toward buying necessities.
“We can see in our customer behavior that some customers — as they received this most recent stimulus — are spending it more on basics, more on private brands, smaller pack sizes, things like that as opposed to some of the stimulus dollars that came out earlier last year that were spent more like tax rebate checks, where people were buying televisions and things to entertain themselves at home,” he said. “There’s a bit of a mix shift now and we think it reflects the fact that customers out there do need some help.” Complete article
When Walmart CEO Doug McMillon went to the White House last week, he said he gave a clear message: Americans urgently need another round of stimulus checks.
Walmart’s stores and websites reflect consumers’ spending patterns, the retail chief said in an interview with CNBC’s Courtney Reagan on “Squawk Alley.” The company could tell when they stocked up on food and cleaning supplies in the early part of the Covid pandemic and gravitated toward bikes, puzzles and hair color as they remained stuck at home.
When consumers got the most recent stimulus checks at the end of the year, he said a new pattern emerged: more shoppers put the extra dollars toward buying necessities.
“We can see in our customer behavior that some customers — as they received this most recent stimulus — are spending it more on basics, more on private brands, smaller pack sizes, things like that as opposed to some of the stimulus dollars that came out earlier last year that were spent more like tax rebate checks, where people were buying televisions and things to entertain themselves at home,” he said. “There’s a bit of a mix shift now and we think it reflects the fact that customers out there do need some help.” Complete article
Walmart violated law when it refused to give Skowhegan Maine worker a set schedule, lawsuit says 02/19/2021
The Maine Human Rights Commission has sued discount store giant Walmart in federal court over its Skowhegan location’s refusal to allow an employee with an intellectual disability to have a set weekly schedule.
Last May, the commission found that managers violated the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Maine Human Rights Act when they failed to accommodate Michael Morin, 40, of Skowhegan, who has worked at that location for nearly 20 years.
Walmart and the commission failed to reconcile the matter, so the commission filed the lawsuit on Morin’s behalf in November in Kennebec County Superior Court in Augusta. Attorneys for the discount store chain moved the case to U.S. District Court in Bangor because Walmart’s headquarters is located out of state. Complete article
The Maine Human Rights Commission has sued discount store giant Walmart in federal court over its Skowhegan location’s refusal to allow an employee with an intellectual disability to have a set weekly schedule.
Last May, the commission found that managers violated the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Maine Human Rights Act when they failed to accommodate Michael Morin, 40, of Skowhegan, who has worked at that location for nearly 20 years.
Walmart and the commission failed to reconcile the matter, so the commission filed the lawsuit on Morin’s behalf in November in Kennebec County Superior Court in Augusta. Attorneys for the discount store chain moved the case to U.S. District Court in Bangor because Walmart’s headquarters is located out of state. Complete article
Trio jailed in connection with Fla. Walmart theft, cocaine charges 02/16/2021
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Suspected shoplifter shot several times by security officer amid confrontation at Tx. Walmart 02/20/2021
SAN ANTONIO – A suspected shoplifter was shot multiple times inside a West Side Walmart Saturday afternoon after police say he pointed a gun at an officer when confronted for not paying.
It happened at the Walmart off W. Military Dr. and Loop 410 a little after 1:45 p.m.
According to San Antonio police, Manuel Espinoza, an off-duty San Antonio ISD officer working security at the Walmart spotted a man allegedly shoplifting from the store. Officer Espinoza then approached the unidentified suspect, 44, while he was about to leave the store. That's when investigators say a brief struggle ensued with the suspect reportedly pulling out a gun, pointing it at the officer.
Authorities say Officer Espinoza then pushed the suspect before taking his own service gun and shot the suspect several times. Complete article
SAN ANTONIO – A suspected shoplifter was shot multiple times inside a West Side Walmart Saturday afternoon after police say he pointed a gun at an officer when confronted for not paying.
It happened at the Walmart off W. Military Dr. and Loop 410 a little after 1:45 p.m.
According to San Antonio police, Manuel Espinoza, an off-duty San Antonio ISD officer working security at the Walmart spotted a man allegedly shoplifting from the store. Officer Espinoza then approached the unidentified suspect, 44, while he was about to leave the store. That's when investigators say a brief struggle ensued with the suspect reportedly pulling out a gun, pointing it at the officer.
Authorities say Officer Espinoza then pushed the suspect before taking his own service gun and shot the suspect several times. Complete article
Man charged in connection with Ariz. Walmart disturbance 02/20/2021
FORT MOHAVE — A violent episode at the Walmart store in Fort Mohave led to the arrest of a Topock man.
Andrew Antonio Arthur Rodriguez Jr., 33, was booked into the Adult Detention Facility in Kingman on suspicion of aggravated assault, disorderly conduct and theft-related charges.
Mohave County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrived at 5:18 p.m. last Sunday to the store in the 5200 block of Highway 95. ......
“When LP staff attempted to stop Rodriguez and the female subject he was with, Rodriguez pulled a knife from his pocket and pointed it at them,” said MCSO spokeswoman Anita Mortensen. “A second LP staff member attempted to stop Rodriguez in the parking lot, when Rodriguez swung the knife towards him and made contact with the staff member’s arm.” Complete article
FORT MOHAVE — A violent episode at the Walmart store in Fort Mohave led to the arrest of a Topock man.
Andrew Antonio Arthur Rodriguez Jr., 33, was booked into the Adult Detention Facility in Kingman on suspicion of aggravated assault, disorderly conduct and theft-related charges.
Mohave County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrived at 5:18 p.m. last Sunday to the store in the 5200 block of Highway 95. ......
“When LP staff attempted to stop Rodriguez and the female subject he was with, Rodriguez pulled a knife from his pocket and pointed it at them,” said MCSO spokeswoman Anita Mortensen. “A second LP staff member attempted to stop Rodriguez in the parking lot, when Rodriguez swung the knife towards him and made contact with the staff member’s arm.” Complete article
Fiery shopping cart prompts evacuation at Palmhurst Walmart 02/20/2021
An exploding butane tank prompted an evacuation at the Palmhurst Tx. Walmart Friday evening.
According to Palmhurst police Chief Michael Vela, law enforcement agencies responded to reports of a fire at around 8 p.m. Friday at the Walmart in Palmhurst located at 215 E. Mile 3 Rd.
In the store, police and firefighters with the Mission Fire Department found a shopping cart on fire near the store’s auto section.
“An employee with the returns department had put a 16 oz. butane tank on top of a car battery and left the shopping cart with the items there and the tank exploded and caught fire on its own moments later,” Vela said. “It was more of an accident than anything else, nothing intentional.” Complete article
An exploding butane tank prompted an evacuation at the Palmhurst Tx. Walmart Friday evening.
According to Palmhurst police Chief Michael Vela, law enforcement agencies responded to reports of a fire at around 8 p.m. Friday at the Walmart in Palmhurst located at 215 E. Mile 3 Rd.
In the store, police and firefighters with the Mission Fire Department found a shopping cart on fire near the store’s auto section.
“An employee with the returns department had put a 16 oz. butane tank on top of a car battery and left the shopping cart with the items there and the tank exploded and caught fire on its own moments later,” Vela said. “It was more of an accident than anything else, nothing intentional.” Complete article
Lynn Mass. labor pickets Walmart to keep jobs in America 02/21/2021
LYNN — Members of IUE-CWA Local 201, along with allies from the North Shore Labor Council, picketed in front of Walmarts in Lynn and Salem Saturday to protest what they call the offshoring of union jobs.
The focus of the event was on a GE-Savant lighting facility in Bucyrus, Ohio, whose workers recently were notified of a work transfer to China.
Local 201 President Adam Kaszynski said that the transfer would lead to 80 job losses.
“People are saying that if these jobs go, then it’s only a matter of time before the plant closes,” said Kaszynski. Complete article
LYNN — Members of IUE-CWA Local 201, along with allies from the North Shore Labor Council, picketed in front of Walmarts in Lynn and Salem Saturday to protest what they call the offshoring of union jobs.
The focus of the event was on a GE-Savant lighting facility in Bucyrus, Ohio, whose workers recently were notified of a work transfer to China.
Local 201 President Adam Kaszynski said that the transfer would lead to 80 job losses.
“People are saying that if these jobs go, then it’s only a matter of time before the plant closes,” said Kaszynski. Complete article
Walmart associates offered free MIT supply chain management course 02/22/2021
While working in strategic sourcing for a Canadian metal mining company, Laura Allegue sought to further her professional education.
“I Googled: ‘Which is the best [supply chain management] program in the world?’ and I found the MicroMasters program,” Allegue said in an interview with FreightWaves.
She soon enrolled in MIT’s Center for Transportation & Logistics (MIT CTL) online MicroMasters program in supply chain management (SCM), which is designed to “educate the world for free” by providing rigorous courses to educate professionals worldwide. Complete article
While working in strategic sourcing for a Canadian metal mining company, Laura Allegue sought to further her professional education.
“I Googled: ‘Which is the best [supply chain management] program in the world?’ and I found the MicroMasters program,” Allegue said in an interview with FreightWaves.
She soon enrolled in MIT’s Center for Transportation & Logistics (MIT CTL) online MicroMasters program in supply chain management (SCM), which is designed to “educate the world for free” by providing rigorous courses to educate professionals worldwide. Complete article
Law Log: NC Walmart, Tractor Supply reported larcenies 02/19/2021
Body Shop Owner, Father of El Paso Tx. Walmart Shooting Victim Passes Away 02/19/2021
Store Burglary, Walmart Theft: Darien Ill. Cops 02/18/2021
Walmart apologizes, "re-educating" pharmacy teams after confusion over vaccine appointments 02/19/2021
Police Asking for Help Identifying Pa. Walmart Theft Suspects 02/20/2021
Williston man caught stealing Apple products from Louisiana Walmart 02/19/2021
Body found in woods near Jackson Mississippi Walmart 02/22/2021
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – On Monday, Jackson police said a body was found in the woods near the Walmart on Greenway Drive.
Officer Sam Brown said the body was discovered by a homeless person. Investigators believe the victim froze to death during last week’s ice storm.
There were no signs of trauma to the body. The death is under investigation. Complete article
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – On Monday, Jackson police said a body was found in the woods near the Walmart on Greenway Drive.
Officer Sam Brown said the body was discovered by a homeless person. Investigators believe the victim froze to death during last week’s ice storm.
There were no signs of trauma to the body. The death is under investigation. Complete article
UPDATE: Victim identified in death investigation at Little Rock Arkansas Walmart 02/23/2021
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Little Rock Police have identified the victim in a homicide after a man’s body was discovered in a vehicle located in the parking lot of the Walmart on South Shackleford.
The victim was identified as 20-year-old Khyree Allison of Little Rock.
Allison’s body has been sent to the Arkansas State Crime Lab for an autopsy. Complete article
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Little Rock Police have identified the victim in a homicide after a man’s body was discovered in a vehicle located in the parking lot of the Walmart on South Shackleford.
The victim was identified as 20-year-old Khyree Allison of Little Rock.
Allison’s body has been sent to the Arkansas State Crime Lab for an autopsy. Complete article
Missing Fort Wayne man found dead in truck at Marion Ind. Walmart 02/23/2021
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – A Fort Wayne man missing since last month has been found dead in Marion.
The Allen County Sheriff’s Department confirmed to WANE 15 that 59-year-old Glenn Henry was found dead in a truck that was parked at the Marion Walmart.
Henry went missing on Jan. 29 and had not been heard from since. On Feb. 12, the sheriff’s department asked for the public’s help to find Henry, who reportedly left home with very few items. Complete article
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – A Fort Wayne man missing since last month has been found dead in Marion.
The Allen County Sheriff’s Department confirmed to WANE 15 that 59-year-old Glenn Henry was found dead in a truck that was parked at the Marion Walmart.
Henry went missing on Jan. 29 and had not been heard from since. On Feb. 12, the sheriff’s department asked for the public’s help to find Henry, who reportedly left home with very few items. Complete article
Man wanted for allegedly pointing gun at Walmart employee in Sahuarita Ariz. 02/23/2021
SAHUARITA, Ariz. (KVOA) - A man is wanted for aggravated assault after he allegedly pointed a handgun at an employee of the Sahuarita Walmart Monday evening.
According to Sahuarita Police Department, a man reportedly got involved in a verbal argument with the Walmart associate inside the store located at 18680 S. Nogales Hwy.
SPD said the man reportedly pointed his gun at the employee. While no one was hurt, the man reportedly put the gun away and escorted off the property. Complete article
SAHUARITA, Ariz. (KVOA) - A man is wanted for aggravated assault after he allegedly pointed a handgun at an employee of the Sahuarita Walmart Monday evening.
According to Sahuarita Police Department, a man reportedly got involved in a verbal argument with the Walmart associate inside the store located at 18680 S. Nogales Hwy.
SPD said the man reportedly pointed his gun at the employee. While no one was hurt, the man reportedly put the gun away and escorted off the property. Complete article
Ill. Walmart Employee Arrested for Allegedly Putting Coworker in Choke Hold 02/22/2021
Plano police arrested 42-year-old Timothy R. Vaughn, of Yorkville, Sunday evening from the Plano Walmart store.
Police say Vaughn, who works at the store, had been upset over a personnel issue at Walmart and was upset at a coworker who police said is a minor. Vaughn allegedly put the coworker in a choke hold in the Walmart employee break room. Police say the minor was not provoking Vaughn.
Vaughn is charged with battery and was released on a personal recognizance bond with a notice to appear in court. Complete article
Plano police arrested 42-year-old Timothy R. Vaughn, of Yorkville, Sunday evening from the Plano Walmart store.
Police say Vaughn, who works at the store, had been upset over a personnel issue at Walmart and was upset at a coworker who police said is a minor. Vaughn allegedly put the coworker in a choke hold in the Walmart employee break room. Police say the minor was not provoking Vaughn.
Vaughn is charged with battery and was released on a personal recognizance bond with a notice to appear in court. Complete article
Fire reported at Cambria County Pa. Walmart 02/23/2021
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Fire marshals were called to the Cambria County Walmart Tuesday evening after a reported fire.
The fire happened around 5 p.m. and police said an air conditioner on top of the building caught on fire, burning a hole in the roof. The power and gas for the building was shut off as a result. Complete article
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Fire marshals were called to the Cambria County Walmart Tuesday evening after a reported fire.
The fire happened around 5 p.m. and police said an air conditioner on top of the building caught on fire, burning a hole in the roof. The power and gas for the building was shut off as a result. Complete article
Hand soap sold at Walmart might have a bacterial problem. The recall was low-key 02/24/2021
Like any modern company, Scent Theory used its Instagram, Facebook and Twitter accounts throughout January to advertise its products, including Lemon Citrus foaming hand soap.
Scent Theory didn’t use any social media platforms or its website to tell consumers they recalled Lemon Citrus and three other kinds of foaming hand soap earlier in January for possible Burkholderia cepacia bacterial contamination.
As of Wednesday morning, the website had no notation of the recalls nor did any of the social media pages. The website’s “Shop” area says only “Collection All Products is empty.” The social media accounts promote the availability of Scent Theory’s products at Walmart, just as Jan. 22 and Jan. 24 Twitter posts did using a photo of an 11-ounce Lemon Citrus bottle. Complete article
Like any modern company, Scent Theory used its Instagram, Facebook and Twitter accounts throughout January to advertise its products, including Lemon Citrus foaming hand soap.
Scent Theory didn’t use any social media platforms or its website to tell consumers they recalled Lemon Citrus and three other kinds of foaming hand soap earlier in January for possible Burkholderia cepacia bacterial contamination.
As of Wednesday morning, the website had no notation of the recalls nor did any of the social media pages. The website’s “Shop” area says only “Collection All Products is empty.” The social media accounts promote the availability of Scent Theory’s products at Walmart, just as Jan. 22 and Jan. 24 Twitter posts did using a photo of an 11-ounce Lemon Citrus bottle. Complete article
Black Walmart worker arrested after being stopped for walking in the snow in Texas 02/22/2021
Police in Texas arrested an 18-year-old Walmart worker as he walked home in the snow in the middle of the road to avoid the icy sidewalks. Black teenager Rodney Reese was arrested at 10.45pm on 16 February in Plano just north of Dallas in northeastern Texas after police were called to the scene to check on a man stumbling in the snow, only wearing a T-shirt in the cold.
Police followed Mr Reese for over two minutes, asking him multiple times where he was going. Mr Reese said he was walking home from Walmart where he had worked that day. He said that since the killing of George Floyd, he gets nervous when he interacts with law enforcement officials.
Mr Reese was handcuffed after declining to tell police say his name or where he lived. He said he thought the arrest was motivated by his race.
He told FOX 4: "Just ‘cause I’m Black, that’s it. It’s ‘cause I’m Black, I fit a description. It hurts, man. I don’t even think the call would’ve happened [if I wasn't Black]. Honestly, I really don’t." Complete article
Police in Texas arrested an 18-year-old Walmart worker as he walked home in the snow in the middle of the road to avoid the icy sidewalks. Black teenager Rodney Reese was arrested at 10.45pm on 16 February in Plano just north of Dallas in northeastern Texas after police were called to the scene to check on a man stumbling in the snow, only wearing a T-shirt in the cold.
Police followed Mr Reese for over two minutes, asking him multiple times where he was going. Mr Reese said he was walking home from Walmart where he had worked that day. He said that since the killing of George Floyd, he gets nervous when he interacts with law enforcement officials.
Mr Reese was handcuffed after declining to tell police say his name or where he lived. He said he thought the arrest was motivated by his race.
He told FOX 4: "Just ‘cause I’m Black, that’s it. It’s ‘cause I’m Black, I fit a description. It hurts, man. I don’t even think the call would’ve happened [if I wasn't Black]. Honestly, I really don’t." Complete article
Police: St. Helena Island man arrested after exposing himself in Beaufort SC Walmart 02/22/2021
Watch | Woman loses wallet in Jacksonville Fla. Walmart, Good Samaritan drives to her Yulee home to return it 02/22/2021
North Olmsted Ohio police respond to two Walmart thefts 02/22/2021
Two-month-long investigation lands former Clinton Ind. Walmart employee behind bars 02/22/2021
Teen driving vehicle carjacked from Walmart parking lot crashes into Randolph Mass. home 02/25/2021
RANDOLPH, Mass. — A teenager is in custody Thursday after a car that was allegedly stolen in Avon crashed into a home in Randolph.
Police said the vehicle was taken during an armed carjacking Wednesday night at the Walmart on Route 28.
Officers pursued the car into Randolph where the teen driver crashed into a home on North Main Street, police said.
"I was laying in the bed in that room. Next thing you hear — a loud screech, and then, ‘boom.’ The windows shattered,” resident Tom Mallon said. I was thrown out of the bed." Complete article
RANDOLPH, Mass. — A teenager is in custody Thursday after a car that was allegedly stolen in Avon crashed into a home in Randolph.
Police said the vehicle was taken during an armed carjacking Wednesday night at the Walmart on Route 28.
Officers pursued the car into Randolph where the teen driver crashed into a home on North Main Street, police said.
"I was laying in the bed in that room. Next thing you hear — a loud screech, and then, ‘boom.’ The windows shattered,” resident Tom Mallon said. I was thrown out of the bed." Complete article
Shoplifting Suspect Pepper Sprays Wash. Walmart Employee: Police 02/24/2021
PUYALLUP, WA — The Puyallup Police Department is asking the public for help identifying a shoplifter who pepper=sprayed a Walmart employee earlier this month.
According to police, back on Feb. 7 the suspect entered the Walmart and tried to shoplift a few hardware accessories. A Walmart Loss Prevention employee spotted the theft-in-progress and tried to stop it, but when the employee started speaking to the woman, she pulled out a can of pepper spray and doused the employee.
The suspect then took off, meeting another woman outside and running to a parked car. During their attempt to pull their car out of the lot, officers say they also nearly hit another vehicle. Complete article
PUYALLUP, WA — The Puyallup Police Department is asking the public for help identifying a shoplifter who pepper=sprayed a Walmart employee earlier this month.
According to police, back on Feb. 7 the suspect entered the Walmart and tried to shoplift a few hardware accessories. A Walmart Loss Prevention employee spotted the theft-in-progress and tried to stop it, but when the employee started speaking to the woman, she pulled out a can of pepper spray and doused the employee.
The suspect then took off, meeting another woman outside and running to a parked car. During their attempt to pull their car out of the lot, officers say they also nearly hit another vehicle. Complete article
Walmart Failed to Pay Workers During COVID-19 Screenings, Proposed Class Action Alleges 02/24/2021
Citing the Apple Store employee bag search case, a group of Walmart employees say the retailer owes them wages for the time it takes to screen them for coronavirus symptoms.
Employees for Walmart Inc. claim the company has skipped out on base pay and overtime wages during COVID-19 screenings at the start of each shift. Complete article
Citing the Apple Store employee bag search case, a group of Walmart employees say the retailer owes them wages for the time it takes to screen them for coronavirus symptoms.
Employees for Walmart Inc. claim the company has skipped out on base pay and overtime wages during COVID-19 screenings at the start of each shift. Complete article
MyPillow Petition Urging Amazon, Walmart Pull Products Hits 90,000 Signatures 02/25/2021
A viral petition urging some of the country's biggest retail chains to stop selling MyPillow products has gained more than 90,000 signatures.
The change.org petition demanding businesses such as Walmart and Amazon remove items from Mike Lindell's company from sale was created in mid-January after he was photographed holding a note before a meeting with then-president Donald Trump which appeared to show him advocating for martial law being imposed.
The meeting took place in the wake of the deadly attack at the Capitol on January 6 in which far-right extremists and Trump supporters attempted to overthrow the government in support of the baseless claim of widespread election fraud, which Lindell repeatedly backed. Complete article
A viral petition urging some of the country's biggest retail chains to stop selling MyPillow products has gained more than 90,000 signatures.
The change.org petition demanding businesses such as Walmart and Amazon remove items from Mike Lindell's company from sale was created in mid-January after he was photographed holding a note before a meeting with then-president Donald Trump which appeared to show him advocating for martial law being imposed.
The meeting took place in the wake of the deadly attack at the Capitol on January 6 in which far-right extremists and Trump supporters attempted to overthrow the government in support of the baseless claim of widespread election fraud, which Lindell repeatedly backed. Complete article
Walmart's Flipkart to deploy over 25,000 electric vehicles in India by 2030 02/24/2021
India’s Flipkart said on Wednesday it will deploy more than 25,000 electric vehicles in its supply chain by 2030 as the Walmart-owned e-commerce giant looks to achieve a 100% transition to electric mobility in the next 10 years.
The Bangalore-headquartered firm said it has partnered with leading EV makers including Hero Electric, Mahindra Electric and Piaggio to build vehicles for its first and last-mile delivery fleets across the country.
The announcement comes a day after rival Amazon said it had partnered with Mahindra Electric to develop “close to hundred” electric three-wheelers in India. The American e-commerce giant last year pledged to deploy 10,000 electric vehicles in the country by 2025. Complete article
India’s Flipkart said on Wednesday it will deploy more than 25,000 electric vehicles in its supply chain by 2030 as the Walmart-owned e-commerce giant looks to achieve a 100% transition to electric mobility in the next 10 years.
The Bangalore-headquartered firm said it has partnered with leading EV makers including Hero Electric, Mahindra Electric and Piaggio to build vehicles for its first and last-mile delivery fleets across the country.
The announcement comes a day after rival Amazon said it had partnered with Mahindra Electric to develop “close to hundred” electric three-wheelers in India. The American e-commerce giant last year pledged to deploy 10,000 electric vehicles in the country by 2025. Complete article
Man pleads guilty to murder in baseball bat beating outside Fort Wayne Ind. Walmart last March 02/24/2021
Umpqua man cited for spying on woman in Oregon Walmart restroom 02/23/2021
Wichita man accused of kidnapping ex from Kansas Walmart parking lot sentenced to probation 02/25/2021
Walmart closing Brainerd area Neighborhood Market in Chattanooga Tenn. 02/26/2021
Police shoot, kill man outside Walmart in West Sacramento, Ca., officials say 02/25/2021
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Police shot and killed a man Thursday afternoon near the Walmart in West Sacramento after a report of someone with a knife in the area, officials said.
The West Sacramento Police Department said it received the call of the person with a knife around 3:45 p.m. at a Walmart parking lot near Riverpoint Court.
When officers approached the suspect, believed to be a man in his 20s sitting inside a vehicle, police said they shot him. It is unknown what led to the shooting, but the person exited the vehicle prior to the shooting.
It is unclear if the man had the knife during the time of the shooting. Police said more than one officer was present when it happened. Complete article
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Police shot and killed a man Thursday afternoon near the Walmart in West Sacramento after a report of someone with a knife in the area, officials said.
The West Sacramento Police Department said it received the call of the person with a knife around 3:45 p.m. at a Walmart parking lot near Riverpoint Court.
When officers approached the suspect, believed to be a man in his 20s sitting inside a vehicle, police said they shot him. It is unknown what led to the shooting, but the person exited the vehicle prior to the shooting.
It is unclear if the man had the knife during the time of the shooting. Police said more than one officer was present when it happened. Complete article
Two shot at Roanoke Rapids NC Walmart 02/26/2021
ROANOKE RAPIDS, N.C. — Two people were shot Friday morning in the parking lot of the Roanoke Rapids Walmart, according to Chief of Police Bobbie Martin.
Martin did not have information about the condition of those shot or any suspects in the shooting.
He said the call came in just before noon, and he expected detectives to be working the scene through the afternoon. Complete article
ROANOKE RAPIDS, N.C. — Two people were shot Friday morning in the parking lot of the Roanoke Rapids Walmart, according to Chief of Police Bobbie Martin.
Martin did not have information about the condition of those shot or any suspects in the shooting.
He said the call came in just before noon, and he expected detectives to be working the scene through the afternoon. Complete article
2 People Shot Outside Walmart in Lehigh Valley, Pa. Police Say 02/26/2021 one died
Two people were shot and taken to the hospital after a gunman opened fire in the parking lot of a Walmart in Lehigh County on Friday evening, police said.
The shooting occurred sometime after 7 p.m. outside the superstore on MacArthur Road in Whitehall Township, according to initial reports.
A tweet by Whitehall police a short time later said only that the shooting happened at the Walmart, and said a press conference might take place later. Complete article
Police: 1 Woman Dead After Double Shooting At Lehigh County Walmart 02/27/2021
Two people were shot and taken to the hospital after a gunman opened fire in the parking lot of a Walmart in Lehigh County on Friday evening, police said.
The shooting occurred sometime after 7 p.m. outside the superstore on MacArthur Road in Whitehall Township, according to initial reports.
A tweet by Whitehall police a short time later said only that the shooting happened at the Walmart, and said a press conference might take place later. Complete article
Police: 1 Woman Dead After Double Shooting At Lehigh County Walmart 02/27/2021
73-year-old Post Falls man dies after being hit by a car in an Idaho Walmart parking lot 02/27/2021
POST FALLS, Idaho - A 73-year-old Post Falls man died Saturday after getting hit by a car in a parking lot.
Idaho State Police say it happened at the Walmart in Post Falls on Mullan Avenue.
Police say a 49-year-old driver made a left turn in front of the store and hit 73-year-old David Mallery, who was leaving the store. Complete article
POST FALLS, Idaho - A 73-year-old Post Falls man died Saturday after getting hit by a car in a parking lot.
Idaho State Police say it happened at the Walmart in Post Falls on Mullan Avenue.
Police say a 49-year-old driver made a left turn in front of the store and hit 73-year-old David Mallery, who was leaving the store. Complete article
Semi with cardboard catches fire at Walmart in Red Bluff Ca. 02/26/2021
RED BLUFF, Calif. — According to CAL FIRE Tehama-Glenn Unit, a flatbed semi with cardboard caught on fire at Walmart in Red Bluff on Friday evening.
Firefighters were making quick progress on putting out the flames. Complete article
RED BLUFF, Calif. — According to CAL FIRE Tehama-Glenn Unit, a flatbed semi with cardboard caught on fire at Walmart in Red Bluff on Friday evening.
Firefighters were making quick progress on putting out the flames. Complete article
Smoky fire damages Plantation Fla. Walmart, nearby businesses 02/26/2021
PLANTATION — An early morning fire at a Walmart in Plantation caused minor damage, closing the store and other adjacent businesses.
There were no reported injuries at the Walmart Neighborhood Market but smoke and water from the sprinkler system caused enough damage to keep the store closed until after clean up and repairs.
The fire started just before 2 a.m. Friday in the store at 1885 N. Pine Island Rd., located in the Jacaranda Square plaza near Sunrise Boulevard. Complete article
PLANTATION — An early morning fire at a Walmart in Plantation caused minor damage, closing the store and other adjacent businesses.
There were no reported injuries at the Walmart Neighborhood Market but smoke and water from the sprinkler system caused enough damage to keep the store closed until after clean up and repairs.
The fire started just before 2 a.m. Friday in the store at 1885 N. Pine Island Rd., located in the Jacaranda Square plaza near Sunrise Boulevard. Complete article
Platteville Wisc. PD: Fight in Walmart parking lot, man found with stab wound 02/27/2021
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) -Platteville police are investigating after they found a man with a stab wound following a report of a fight in a Walmart parking lot.
Police were responding to a report of a fight at the parking lot around 9:15 p.m. Friday when they received a second call, reporting a man was injured in the Menards parking lot.
Once on the scene, officers found a man with a stab wound to the torso and a “significant injury of an unknown nature” to his leg. The man was transported to Southwest Health for treatment. Complete article
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) -Platteville police are investigating after they found a man with a stab wound following a report of a fight in a Walmart parking lot.
Police were responding to a report of a fight at the parking lot around 9:15 p.m. Friday when they received a second call, reporting a man was injured in the Menards parking lot.
Once on the scene, officers found a man with a stab wound to the torso and a “significant injury of an unknown nature” to his leg. The man was transported to Southwest Health for treatment. Complete article
Bernie Sanders accuses Walmart of paying ‘starvation wages’ in passionate defense of $15 minimum wage 02/25/2021
Bernie Sanders has blasted Walmart for paying “starvation wages” in a passionate defence of a $15 minimum wage.
The Vermont Senator attacked the company, which made a profit of more than $15bn last year, after it earlier this month announced a wage rise for 425,000 of its employees by 13 March.
But despite the increase, many of the company’s employees will reportedly continue to earn the firm’s minimum wage of $11 an hour.
Joe Biden campaigned on a promise to raise the minimum wage from $7.25 and the increase is part of his $1.9 trillion Covid stimulus package. Complete article
Bernie Sanders has blasted Walmart for paying “starvation wages” in a passionate defence of a $15 minimum wage.
The Vermont Senator attacked the company, which made a profit of more than $15bn last year, after it earlier this month announced a wage rise for 425,000 of its employees by 13 March.
But despite the increase, many of the company’s employees will reportedly continue to earn the firm’s minimum wage of $11 an hour.
Joe Biden campaigned on a promise to raise the minimum wage from $7.25 and the increase is part of his $1.9 trillion Covid stimulus package. Complete article
I've worked at Walmart for 20 years and can't afford a doctor. Congress needs to pass a $15 minimum wage now. 02/26/2021
I've worked as a Walmart associate in Laurel, Maryland, for 20 years. I've gotten every raise I'm eligible for. But during this pandemic — while the Walton family has pocketed $5.7 million every hour — I'm still struggling to get by.
America faces the greatest economic crisis in a generation, but Walmart's CEO still says that a $15 minimum wage is too much compensation for frontline workers like me who have put our lives on the line for the last year.
Walmart's starting wage is $11. That is a starvation wage that forces working families to turn to programs like SNAP — also called food stamps — and Medicaid just to get by. An annual wage increase for those lowest paid employees amounts to 22 cents an hour, showing that there is no real pathway out of poverty when you're working at Walmart as a cashier or cart pusher. Complete article
I've worked as a Walmart associate in Laurel, Maryland, for 20 years. I've gotten every raise I'm eligible for. But during this pandemic — while the Walton family has pocketed $5.7 million every hour — I'm still struggling to get by.
America faces the greatest economic crisis in a generation, but Walmart's CEO still says that a $15 minimum wage is too much compensation for frontline workers like me who have put our lives on the line for the last year.
Walmart's starting wage is $11. That is a starvation wage that forces working families to turn to programs like SNAP — also called food stamps — and Medicaid just to get by. An annual wage increase for those lowest paid employees amounts to 22 cents an hour, showing that there is no real pathway out of poverty when you're working at Walmart as a cashier or cart pusher. Complete article
Lem Turner Road Jacksonville Fla. Walmart’s switch from Moderna to Pfizer vaccine causes confusion for some seniors 02/26/2021
Patients being directed to 2 nearby locations to receive their 2nd dose of Moderna COVID-19 vaccine
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Walmart store on Lem Turner Road on Jacksonville’s Northside will be administering the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, according to a statement the company sent Thursday to News4Jax.
The statement said that as the store at 12100 Lem Turner Road transitions from the Moderna to the Pfizer vaccine, Walmart is directing patients to two nearby locations to receive their second dose of the Moderna vaccine. Those locations are the Walmart store at 6830 Normandy Blvd. and the store at 13227 City Square Drive. Complete article
Couple says Walmart can’t send email to confirm second vaccine appointment 02/26/2021
Patients being directed to 2 nearby locations to receive their 2nd dose of Moderna COVID-19 vaccine
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Walmart store on Lem Turner Road on Jacksonville’s Northside will be administering the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, according to a statement the company sent Thursday to News4Jax.
The statement said that as the store at 12100 Lem Turner Road transitions from the Moderna to the Pfizer vaccine, Walmart is directing patients to two nearby locations to receive their second dose of the Moderna vaccine. Those locations are the Walmart store at 6830 Normandy Blvd. and the store at 13227 City Square Drive. Complete article
Couple says Walmart can’t send email to confirm second vaccine appointment 02/26/2021
Goldman Consumer Head Is Leaving to Run Walmart Fintech 02/28/2021
A Goldman Sachs Group Inc. executive who helped build its consumer-banking business from scratch is leaving to take on a similar task at Walmart Inc.
Omer Ismail, a Goldman partner and the head of its Marcus consumer unit, is leaving the bank to run a recently announced Walmart financial-technology startup, according to people familiar with the matter.
Mr. Ismail, who first joined Goldman nearly 20 years ago, was among a group of executives who came up with a strategy to expand into digital banking services in 2014. By the end of last year, that business generated $1.2 billion in annual revenue, had amassed $97 billion in deposits and held $8 billion in consumer-loan balances.
Walmart said in January that it was creating a majority-owned fintech subsidiary in a partnership with venture-capital firm Ribbit Capital , a backer of Credit Karma Inc., Affirm Holdings Inc. and other fast-growing startups.
“Our customers have been clear that they want more from us in terms of financial services,” Walmart Chief Executive Doug McMillon said at an investor event earlier this month. “This new approach will help us deliver for them in a differentiated way more quickly.” Complete article
A Goldman Sachs Group Inc. executive who helped build its consumer-banking business from scratch is leaving to take on a similar task at Walmart Inc.
Omer Ismail, a Goldman partner and the head of its Marcus consumer unit, is leaving the bank to run a recently announced Walmart financial-technology startup, according to people familiar with the matter.
Mr. Ismail, who first joined Goldman nearly 20 years ago, was among a group of executives who came up with a strategy to expand into digital banking services in 2014. By the end of last year, that business generated $1.2 billion in annual revenue, had amassed $97 billion in deposits and held $8 billion in consumer-loan balances.
Walmart said in January that it was creating a majority-owned fintech subsidiary in a partnership with venture-capital firm Ribbit Capital , a backer of Credit Karma Inc., Affirm Holdings Inc. and other fast-growing startups.
“Our customers have been clear that they want more from us in terms of financial services,” Walmart Chief Executive Doug McMillon said at an investor event earlier this month. “This new approach will help us deliver for them in a differentiated way more quickly.” Complete article
As Walmart vaccinates Alabamians, one major group is being left out 02/25/2021
Man pleads guilty to gift card scheme at Walmart stores including one in Albion NY 02/25/2021
NY Walmart Supercenter evacuated after payloader strikes gas line 02/23/2021
Shoplifting Suspect Leaves Murfreesboro Tenn. Walmart Without Paying 02/26/2021
SWAT team called in to help search for man with rifle (which turned out to be a BB Gun) near Walmart in Salem Mass. 02/28/2021
SALEM, Mass. — Authorities are searching for a man who reportedly fled into the woods with a rifle near a Salem Walmart, according to the Salem Police Department.
Salem police say officers responded at about 10:50 a.m. Sunday to the rear of the Walmart at 450 Highland Avenue to investigate the report.
When they arrived at the scene, officers spoke to a witness who told them that the windows of a backhoe loader in the rear parking lot had its windows shattered by a projectile.
Lynn and Peabody police, along with members of the Northeastern Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council SWAT Team, assisted Salem police in their search and investigation.
According to Salem police, evidence found at the scene suggests that the backhoe's windows were likely shattered by BBs shot from an air rifle. Complete article
Police Search Woods After Man Fired BB Gun Behind Salem Walmart 02/28/2021
SALEM, Mass. — Authorities are searching for a man who reportedly fled into the woods with a rifle near a Salem Walmart, according to the Salem Police Department.
Salem police say officers responded at about 10:50 a.m. Sunday to the rear of the Walmart at 450 Highland Avenue to investigate the report.
When they arrived at the scene, officers spoke to a witness who told them that the windows of a backhoe loader in the rear parking lot had its windows shattered by a projectile.
Lynn and Peabody police, along with members of the Northeastern Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council SWAT Team, assisted Salem police in their search and investigation.
According to Salem police, evidence found at the scene suggests that the backhoe's windows were likely shattered by BBs shot from an air rifle. Complete article
Police Search Woods After Man Fired BB Gun Behind Salem Walmart 02/28/2021
Customer Sets Off Fireworks Inside Natomas Ca. Walmart, Causing Fire And Evacuations 02/28/2021
NORTH SACRAMENTO (CBS13) – The Walmart in Natomas was evacuated due to a fire that started when a customer lit fireworks in a clothing department, the Sacramento Fire Department said on Sunday.
A customer allegedly placed fireworks inside of clothing in the men’s department and set them off.
The scene was at the Walmart along Truxel Road in the Natomas Marketplace. The fire department said it received reports of the fire just after 2:45 p.m. Complete article
NORTH SACRAMENTO (CBS13) – The Walmart in Natomas was evacuated due to a fire that started when a customer lit fireworks in a clothing department, the Sacramento Fire Department said on Sunday.
A customer allegedly placed fireworks inside of clothing in the men’s department and set them off.
The scene was at the Walmart along Truxel Road in the Natomas Marketplace. The fire department said it received reports of the fire just after 2:45 p.m. Complete article
Shoplifting at Walmart presents challenge for Salisbury NC police 02/28/2021
The calls may be relatively routine, but the time dedicated to responding to the incidents builds up.
On Feb. 20, Salisbury Police officer A.E. Petty responded to a call at 323 South Arlington St.
Four teenagers were accused of stealing food and merchandise valued at $304.17 in the incident.
One day later, officer P.J. Smith responded to a call where a massage gun, clothes, food, pillow and air freshener spray were stolen. Police charged a 55-year-old woman with stealing the items, which had a total value of $243.48.
The Arlington Street address shows up almost everyday in crime reports, with five appearances last week. In fact, Walmart, located at 323 South Arlington St., comprises 15% of the city’s part one crime, which includes offenses ranging from homicide to stealing motor vehicle parts. Another category, part two, includes offenses such as forgery, counterfeiting and weapons violations. Complete article
The calls may be relatively routine, but the time dedicated to responding to the incidents builds up.
On Feb. 20, Salisbury Police officer A.E. Petty responded to a call at 323 South Arlington St.
Four teenagers were accused of stealing food and merchandise valued at $304.17 in the incident.
One day later, officer P.J. Smith responded to a call where a massage gun, clothes, food, pillow and air freshener spray were stolen. Police charged a 55-year-old woman with stealing the items, which had a total value of $243.48.
The Arlington Street address shows up almost everyday in crime reports, with five appearances last week. In fact, Walmart, located at 323 South Arlington St., comprises 15% of the city’s part one crime, which includes offenses ranging from homicide to stealing motor vehicle parts. Another category, part two, includes offenses such as forgery, counterfeiting and weapons violations. Complete article
CCSO searching for thief dressed in Ga. Walmart work vest 02/28/2021
COLUMBIA COUNTY (WJBF) – The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a suspect.
Authorities say the suspect pictured went into the Evans Walmart wearing a Walmart work vest.
He proceeded to the electronics section where he used a barrel key to open the Apple products cabinet.
He took 15 sets of Apple Air-pods, valued at over $2,815.00, then left the store without paying. Complete article
COLUMBIA COUNTY (WJBF) – The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a suspect.
Authorities say the suspect pictured went into the Evans Walmart wearing a Walmart work vest.
He proceeded to the electronics section where he used a barrel key to open the Apple products cabinet.
He took 15 sets of Apple Air-pods, valued at over $2,815.00, then left the store without paying. Complete article
Multi-County Police Chase Ends With Driver Running Into Orange County Walmart 03/02/2021
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