Walmart had at least a dozen shootings in June of 2021, including three fatal ones, one of these fatal shootings, in New York, was classified as a mass shooting since three more people were shot in addition to the one that died, there were at least six more people injured in five of the other non-fatal shootings as well, some seriously so the death toll could rise. One of the other fatal shootings was a murder suspect that was killed by police in North Carolina.
Walmart had at least five more gun related crimes or false alarms about active shooters, when there were none. In addition to the three people killed in shootings there were also five bodies found on the premises and one more person killed in a car accident, bringing the total dead to at least nine, which could rise if one or more of the series injuries leads to more deaths. The bodies routinely found on their premises are usually considered non-suspicious or no foul play; however, as a society we should wonder why this happens so often. There's little doubt that there are no resources for the working class or poor and the economy is rigged in favor of the rich forcing many others into desperation.
Many of Walmart's crime problems seem to be turning up much less on Google searches, and the reason seems to be incredibly obvious; ads thinly disguised as news articles, which have been around for years are getting much more common, often flooding most of the first page or two of searches if not more. Examples of these include Walmart accidentally unveiled its own bargain-priced FHD streaming stick and 4K player 06/02/2021; Walmart is practically giving away this ultra-slim Gateway laptop 06/09/2021 and when Walmart does something like come up with insulin that may be a fraction of what the drug companies are charging, or other similar new products, it often goes viral filling out two or three pages of Google searches, pushing everything else further back or making them virtually impossible to find.
Even major crimes like shootings, which almost always used to show up on the first page of a Google search, are now routinely pushed back to at least the second or third page if not further, sometimes the eighth or ninth page, when they're breaking news. Most serious crime is still as common if not more common than it was before; however, if there are many not turning up on searches it may be much worse. There's no hard evidence, that I know of to prove some form of collusion, but Walmart is increasing their partnerships with many companies, including media outlets that sell them ads and even Google as indicated here, Walmart partners with Google for voice-assisted grocery shopping 04/02/2019 They obviously don't indicate that partnerships like this with Google or many other companies include unethical treatment including suppressing reports of their high crime problem; however, there have been indications that Walmart has tried to do this in the past and if there wasn't a wink and nod quid quo pro or some other conflict of interest, it's hard to imagine why media companies and Google searches would increase ads while burying their crime problems.
Several of there policies are clearly contributing to their high crime problems, including store design, corner cutting, and perhaps most obvious of all, their relentless efforts to increase self-check-out, even though there's an enormous amount of evidence showing that in addition to increasing crime, it's also angering many customers. In some cases there have been people that made major scenes when they were outraged by lack of cashiers, often even getting arrested at tax payer expense, and Walmart still doesn't respond to the will of the people. I don't know if anyone has done a study to find out if they're eliminating all of their cashiers at many stores, starting as tests, but now growing across the country, primarily at stores where people have no other place to shop. In my area there is still at least one good grocery store that competes against Walmart, and they get much more grocery business; however, the only department stores in the area are now much more expensive.
Clearly the claim that we have a competitive free enterprise market is no longer true; the market is now an oligarchy where everything is divided up among large corporations with only the illusion of competition; which is why we should demand either massive regulation, breaking up the oligarchs, or perhaps the best idea is nationalization of large corporations, since they dominated the market as a result of corruption and political connections with tax payer subsidies. In one store in Louisiana many customers expressed their outrage by all agreeing to line up at the register with a cashier refusing to use the self-checkout. This might work if Walmart cared about input from customers, but with an oligarchy system where millions of people have no other place to shop they may not care, or at best, they will be incredibly slow to give a modest amount of ground.
Meanwhile, a large portion of the additional cost for their high crime problems is paid for by tax-payers who finance police, courts and prisons. If Walmart had to pay these costs it would almost certainly make the difference between in an increase in profits or a loss in profits and cashiers would come back immediately!
Walmart continues to have numerous major assaults every month including one where a customer was hit in the face with a shovel, and at least four or five other assaults, a couple on employees confronting shoplifters, and in addition to that someone armed with a baseball bat trying to hide at Walmart, a robbery of an elderly man, and another person threatening a woman with a crossbow. However, there was one incident which could have turned violent, but Walmart employees and EMTs recognized they had a teen with special needs and calmed him down without violence or even arresting him when the police arrived.
They had an incident where one person blew white power, which may have been an irritant, or created an anthrax scare or something, even if it was harmless, while someone else caught it on camera, possibly as a video prank, another store had a false alarm about a hostage situation and a few more mass larcenies including a couple of women stealing a $100K in several states; another group stole thousands of dollars worth of stuff and sold it on the national black market, with some sold overseas. There lax security and corner cutting makes this much easier for organizations that learn the loopholes, at least temporarily and taxpayers foot the bill for court and prison costs.
Another police officer was caught stealing almost five hundred dollars worth of merchandise. This is the third or fourth month in a row with at least one police officer getting caught stealing from Walmart, a couple months ago there were three cops caught in the same month. As usual, when police get caught stealing from Walmart they're fired immediately, and their unions raise no objections; if on the other hand the kill unarmed civilians, often even innocent civilians, their unions routinely fight tooth and nail to ensure they're not punished, and unless there's massive protests like the George Floyd death, they almost always succeed!
When it comes to holding poor people accountable, it's a totally different story; even when they're forced into desperation like a couple that were arrested when their three children were found in desperate circumstances in the parking lot. This couple may not be perfect, but we have an economic system that is driving millions into poverty by rigging it in favor of the wealthy. There are also studies showing that helping the homeless, poor or others with emotional problems, is actually less expensive than court activities that don't solve social problems at all. They also had a separate incident where a minority was told to take off a shirt he was trying on before buying and get out of the store even though there was no reason to believe he was even thinking about stealing it; many white people, including me, never worry about trying on a shirt or jacket before buying it.
There were at least nine major fires at Walmart last month including several arsons, possibly serial arsons. Three of them set in two Mississippi stores may have been set by the same people that set several more in Alabama last month. The FBI offered rewards for their capture and one report implied they might be doing this nationwide, although this doesn't appear to be true. However, there were other unrelated arsons in other parts of the country, including one in Nevada that may have also been related to other arsons in previous months, but there's no connection between the arsonists. There just happens to be a trend of people setting fires across the country.
There were also at least seven major crashes, including the fatal one mentioned above, chases, stolen cars, or carjackings at Walmart. This is actually a very low number, but there are almost certainly many more that haven't been widely reported, especially with ads burying the real news stories. There were also at least five knife attacks including two stabbings, one related to a carjacking. This is also lower than usual, assuming more weren't buried under growing number of ads disguised as news.
In addition to the attacks on customers and employees there were also at least a couple attacks on police officers. There are also many laws passed in various states that are designed to make petty crimes look more like felonies, including efforts to turn shoplifting's into burglaries or felony shoplifting when they do it repeatedly. Most people probably don't think shoplifting should be excused, but rigging the economy in a manner designed to drive many people to desperation is even more inexcusable. This is virtual entrapment in many cases; and our government is constantly trying to make many white collar crimes legal so the rich can legally steal from the poor, while the poor are prosecuted for incredibly petty reasons, often costing taxpayers hundreds if not thousands of dollars, if they respond in kind, usually on a much smaller scale.
In addition to a clown blowing white powder in people's faces and another person threatening a woman with a crossbow, they also had a half naked woman going on a rampage and taking an ax out of it's packaging to try to attack people.
A brawl broke out by the registers in a Colorado store, when a customer spit on a worker and it escalated from there.
One of their infamous yellow poles in Maine lured another victim to hitting it and ruining their car. Somehow this has become semi-routine at that store.
And compared to some of these wild people a much more polite deer decided to go shopping at a Wisconsin store, but for one reason another, even though this deer behaved much better than many customers an employee tackled her and wouldn't let the deer finish her shopping!
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 June 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.
Suspect arrested after police swarm a Miramar neighborhood near Walmart where shots were fired 06/01/2021
Jun. 1—Authorities arrested a suspect after police swarmed a Miramar neighborhood early Tuesday responding to shots fired in the area.
Miramar police spokeswoman Tania Rues told the Miami Herald around 8:30 a.m. that officers were in the Sherman Circle neighborhood, south of Pembroke Road, investigating the gunfire. The neighborhood has a tennis court and is near a shopping center that has a Sam's Club and a Walmart Supercenter.
"Please avoid the Sherman Circle area due to an active ongoing investigation. More information to follow," Miramar police posted on Twitter at 9:37 a.m. Complete article
Jun. 1—Authorities arrested a suspect after police swarmed a Miramar neighborhood early Tuesday responding to shots fired in the area.
Miramar police spokeswoman Tania Rues told the Miami Herald around 8:30 a.m. that officers were in the Sherman Circle neighborhood, south of Pembroke Road, investigating the gunfire. The neighborhood has a tennis court and is near a shopping center that has a Sam's Club and a Walmart Supercenter.
"Please avoid the Sherman Circle area due to an active ongoing investigation. More information to follow," Miramar police posted on Twitter at 9:37 a.m. Complete article
Crews called to fire across from Pa. Walmart's Temple store; Allentown Pike closed 06/02/2021
Fire crews have been sent to a fire in the 5300 block of Allentown Pike, also known as Business Route 222, in Muhlenberg Township across from the Walmart Supercenter.
A large column of black smoke was visible when the initial alarm came in about 1:10 p.m. Wednesday.
Business Route 222 is closed between Kutztown Road and East Huller Lane. Complete article
Fire crews have been sent to a fire in the 5300 block of Allentown Pike, also known as Business Route 222, in Muhlenberg Township across from the Walmart Supercenter.
A large column of black smoke was visible when the initial alarm came in about 1:10 p.m. Wednesday.
Business Route 222 is closed between Kutztown Road and East Huller Lane. Complete article
Infamous Auburn Me. Walmart Yellow Pole Claims Yet Another Victim 06/01/2021
You know you live in Maine when people across the state know that there's an 'infamous' yellow pole in the parking lot of a Walmart in Auburn. There have been so many accidents with the pole in a short amount of time, there probably should be a thorough investigation into whether this pole has a magnetic presence. Walmart has tried different tactics in hopes of deterring drivers from smashing into poles in the parking lot and so far, they haven't worked. How do we know? Well, you get one guess on what happened this past weekend.
Shared on Facebook in the Lewiston Rocks group by Tia Roy, yet another car met its fate over the holiday weekend after a collision with a yellow pole. Some commenters mentioned that this may not even be THE yellow pole, meaning that every yellow pole in the Auburn, Maine Walmart parking lot is likely cursed. As frustrating as this has been for drivers, it's been equally frustrating for Walmart who has to repair and replace poles at a rate that is almost comical.
So after caution tape, reflectors and orange cones didn't get the job done, Walmart is willing to try anything at this point to get people to stop playing demolition derby with inanimate objects. Shared on Facebook by Fast Lane, at least one of the damaged poles has been painted green. Perhaps the color change will help drivers identify the pole while turning at a better rate than the yellow one. It can't be any worse, right? Complete article
You know you live in Maine when people across the state know that there's an 'infamous' yellow pole in the parking lot of a Walmart in Auburn. There have been so many accidents with the pole in a short amount of time, there probably should be a thorough investigation into whether this pole has a magnetic presence. Walmart has tried different tactics in hopes of deterring drivers from smashing into poles in the parking lot and so far, they haven't worked. How do we know? Well, you get one guess on what happened this past weekend.
Shared on Facebook in the Lewiston Rocks group by Tia Roy, yet another car met its fate over the holiday weekend after a collision with a yellow pole. Some commenters mentioned that this may not even be THE yellow pole, meaning that every yellow pole in the Auburn, Maine Walmart parking lot is likely cursed. As frustrating as this has been for drivers, it's been equally frustrating for Walmart who has to repair and replace poles at a rate that is almost comical.
So after caution tape, reflectors and orange cones didn't get the job done, Walmart is willing to try anything at this point to get people to stop playing demolition derby with inanimate objects. Shared on Facebook by Fast Lane, at least one of the damaged poles has been painted green. Perhaps the color change will help drivers identify the pole while turning at a better rate than the yellow one. It can't be any worse, right? Complete article
Walmart workers ‘feared for their lives’ due to Covid, executives told 06/02/2021
Social justice campaigner the Rev William Barber II told Walmart executives its workers “feared for their lives every day” during the Covid-19 pandemic and urged the board to create a worker advisory council at the company’s annual shareholder’s meeting on Wednesday.
Shareholders at the virtual meeting voted on issues including executive compensation and on whether to create a pandemic workforce advisory council, which would give workers at the country’s largest private employer a voice in corporate decisions. Shareholders voted against creating the council, according to preliminary vote results announced in the meeting.
“There are hundreds of your workers who are not alive today, because of this vicious coronavirus that was allowed to spread through your stores, largely in secret, as your workers feared for their lives every day,” Barber said, while presenting the proposal in a pre-recorded statement. Complete article
Walmart's loosened mask policy is dividing employees, with some saying they're excited to see their coworkers' faces, while others worry about unvaccinated shoppers breaking the rules 06/02/2021
Social justice campaigner the Rev William Barber II told Walmart executives its workers “feared for their lives every day” during the Covid-19 pandemic and urged the board to create a worker advisory council at the company’s annual shareholder’s meeting on Wednesday.
Shareholders at the virtual meeting voted on issues including executive compensation and on whether to create a pandemic workforce advisory council, which would give workers at the country’s largest private employer a voice in corporate decisions. Shareholders voted against creating the council, according to preliminary vote results announced in the meeting.
“There are hundreds of your workers who are not alive today, because of this vicious coronavirus that was allowed to spread through your stores, largely in secret, as your workers feared for their lives every day,” Barber said, while presenting the proposal in a pre-recorded statement. Complete article
Walmart's loosened mask policy is dividing employees, with some saying they're excited to see their coworkers' faces, while others worry about unvaccinated shoppers breaking the rules 06/02/2021
High Ridge Missouri Walmart evacuated for refrigerant leak 06/02/2021
Employees evacuate Walmart in Republic Missouri after bomb threat, suspect arrested 06/01/2021
Walmart shoppers, beware – New package delivery scam on the loose 06/01/2021
Walmart condom theft, Milwaukee Wisc. woman charged 06/01/2021
Brewton Police want to ID two women in Walmart theft case 06/01/2021
Theft at Waterloo Iowa Walmart 06/01/2021
Deputies: Man accused of brandishing weapon in Rincon Ga. Walmart in custody 06/02/2021
RINCON, Ga. (WTGS) — A 23-year-old man who is suspected of brandishing a pistol Wednesday morning at a Walmart in Rincon was arrested Thursday, according to the Effingham County Sheriff's Office.
According to Effingham County deputies, Quamone Newkirk had warrants out for aggravated assault and drug sales.
Newkirk turned himself in Thursday and is in custody, the sheriff's office said. Complete article
RINCON, Ga. (WTGS) — A 23-year-old man who is suspected of brandishing a pistol Wednesday morning at a Walmart in Rincon was arrested Thursday, according to the Effingham County Sheriff's Office.
According to Effingham County deputies, Quamone Newkirk had warrants out for aggravated assault and drug sales.
Newkirk turned himself in Thursday and is in custody, the sheriff's office said. Complete article
Employee fired after what protesters are calling a profiling incident at a Colerain ave. Cincinnati, Ohio Walmart 06/03/2021
Community members gathered outside of a West Side Walmart on Thursday to take a stand against what organizers called a racial profiling incident.
Anternitia O'Neal was shopping at the Walmart at 10240 Colerain Ave. on May 18 when she says she was accused of stealing. Members of the Anti-Police Brutality Coalition and O'Neal gathered outside the Walmart on Thursday in an act of solidarity.
O'Neal streamed a portion of the interaction on Facebook Live. Employees confirmed during the video that O'Neal did not steal anything.
O'Neal and members from the Anti-Police Brutality Coalition believe that she was targeted because of the color of her skin. Complete article
Community members gathered outside of a West Side Walmart on Thursday to take a stand against what organizers called a racial profiling incident.
Anternitia O'Neal was shopping at the Walmart at 10240 Colerain Ave. on May 18 when she says she was accused of stealing. Members of the Anti-Police Brutality Coalition and O'Neal gathered outside the Walmart on Thursday in an act of solidarity.
O'Neal streamed a portion of the interaction on Facebook Live. Employees confirmed during the video that O'Neal did not steal anything.
O'Neal and members from the Anti-Police Brutality Coalition believe that she was targeted because of the color of her skin. Complete article
THEFT: Police looking to identify two men in Altoona Pa. Walmart 06/01/2021
Police in Spencer, Iowa asking public’s help in identifying suspect in Walmart theft 06/01/2021 According to the Spencer Police Department, they are searching for a man who allegedly stole almost $5,000 worth of electronics.
Police Asking Public’s Help in Identifying Suspect in Pa. Walmart Theft 06/02/2021
Injury Data Shows Amazon Jobs Are More Dangerous Than Walmart and UPS 06/01/2021
Tx. Sheriff’s Investigators Seek Burglary Suspects Who Went On Walmart Spending Spree 06/02/2021
MPD searching for suspect in Tx. Walmart camping gear theft 06/03/2021
Auburn man shot at Me. Walmart; 1 suspect arrested, another at large 06/04/2021
AUBURN — Police arrested a juvenile and are seeking a Lewiston man connected to the Thursday night shooting of a local man in the Walmart parking lot.
In a media statement, Chief Jason Moen said police responded about 9:20 p.m. to the area of Walmart Superstore on Mount Auburn Avenue where they found a 19-year-old man who had been shot after a physical altercation with someone he knew.
He was taken by Auburn Fire and Rescue to Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound, Moen said.
Investigators identified two suspects in the crime. They arrested a 16-year-old boy from Lewiston who was charged with elevated aggravated assault and reckless conduct with a firearm, both felonies. He also was charged with misdemeanor assault. Complete article
Lewiston man arrested and charged in Auburn Walmart shooting 06/07/2021
AUBURN — Police arrested a juvenile and are seeking a Lewiston man connected to the Thursday night shooting of a local man in the Walmart parking lot.
In a media statement, Chief Jason Moen said police responded about 9:20 p.m. to the area of Walmart Superstore on Mount Auburn Avenue where they found a 19-year-old man who had been shot after a physical altercation with someone he knew.
He was taken by Auburn Fire and Rescue to Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound, Moen said.
Investigators identified two suspects in the crime. They arrested a 16-year-old boy from Lewiston who was charged with elevated aggravated assault and reckless conduct with a firearm, both felonies. He also was charged with misdemeanor assault. Complete article
Lewiston man arrested and charged in Auburn Walmart shooting 06/07/2021
Woman found dead in Albany Ga. Walmart parking lot 06/03/2021
A death investigation is underway after a woman was found dead Wednesday night.
Police responded to the Walmart Neighborhood Market in the 2500 block of North Slappey Boulevard, in Albany, just after 10:30 p.m.
According to a witness, the victim was seen involved in a verbal altercation with a man and woman in a light blue vehicle in the parking lot around 5:45 p.m. The man and woman in the vehicle left shortly after words were exchanged. The victim was then seen coming into the store around 7 p.m. The witness told police that while going back into the parking lot to leave around 10:30 p.m., the victim was seen sitting by a tree slumped over. Complete article
A death investigation is underway after a woman was found dead Wednesday night.
Police responded to the Walmart Neighborhood Market in the 2500 block of North Slappey Boulevard, in Albany, just after 10:30 p.m.
According to a witness, the victim was seen involved in a verbal altercation with a man and woman in a light blue vehicle in the parking lot around 5:45 p.m. The man and woman in the vehicle left shortly after words were exchanged. The victim was then seen coming into the store around 7 p.m. The witness told police that while going back into the parking lot to leave around 10:30 p.m., the victim was seen sitting by a tree slumped over. Complete article
Family finds Walmart theft suspect dead under their deck, Syracuse Utah detective says 06/03/2021
SYRACUSE, Utah (KUTV) — Children playing in their Syracuse, Utah backyard made a disturbing discovery this Saturday: the body of a dead man.
Detectives determined the deceased was one of two suspects in a theft at the city's Walmart several days earlier, said Det. Erin Behm with Syracuse Police.
Police arrived at the Walmart on May 24, responding to the theft report, and saw two men run from the store and jump a nearby fence, Behm said. They didn't chase the suspects, and searched the nearby neighborhood unsuccessfully.
A lead in the case came on Saturday with the call from parents reporting their children discovered a dead man under their deck in the Canterbury Estates neighborhood north of Walmart. Behm said the man matched the description of one of the suspects.
He's since been identified as 28-year-old Levi Anderson. Behm said there were no obvious signs of trauma on his body, and he was taken to the medical examiner's office for an autopsy. Complete article
SYRACUSE, Utah (KUTV) — Children playing in their Syracuse, Utah backyard made a disturbing discovery this Saturday: the body of a dead man.
Detectives determined the deceased was one of two suspects in a theft at the city's Walmart several days earlier, said Det. Erin Behm with Syracuse Police.
Police arrived at the Walmart on May 24, responding to the theft report, and saw two men run from the store and jump a nearby fence, Behm said. They didn't chase the suspects, and searched the nearby neighborhood unsuccessfully.
A lead in the case came on Saturday with the call from parents reporting their children discovered a dead man under their deck in the Canterbury Estates neighborhood north of Walmart. Behm said the man matched the description of one of the suspects.
He's since been identified as 28-year-old Levi Anderson. Behm said there were no obvious signs of trauma on his body, and he was taken to the medical examiner's office for an autopsy. Complete article
Wild Colorado Walmart brawl breaks out after shopper apparently spits on employee 06/06/2021
A Walmart employee took hands-on customer service to a new level – brutally cold-cocking a customer in retaliation after the shopper apparently spat on him, shocking video shows.
A 14-second clip uploaded late Tuesday to Facebook shows a Walmart worker and a customer engaged in a ferocious shoving match.
The clash quickly escalated when the male shopper rammed the staff member with his cart, hitting him once.
The customer then appeared to lunge his head forward and spit on the worker, prompting him to knock the man out cold with one punch, the clip shows.
“Walmart Englewood ain’t playin today,” a caption accompanying the footage read, without elaborating on what caused the fracas. Complete article
A Walmart employee took hands-on customer service to a new level – brutally cold-cocking a customer in retaliation after the shopper apparently spat on him, shocking video shows.
A 14-second clip uploaded late Tuesday to Facebook shows a Walmart worker and a customer engaged in a ferocious shoving match.
The clash quickly escalated when the male shopper rammed the staff member with his cart, hitting him once.
The customer then appeared to lunge his head forward and spit on the worker, prompting him to knock the man out cold with one punch, the clip shows.
“Walmart Englewood ain’t playin today,” a caption accompanying the footage read, without elaborating on what caused the fracas. Complete article
Walmart says it will close all stores for Thanksgiving 2021 to thank employees 06/04/2021
Walmart announced today that it will close all of its stores on Thanksgiving, Thursday, Nov. 25, 2021.
The retailer had also closed stores last year on the holiday.
Walmart said it was closing stores “as a thank you to associates for their continued hard work during the pandemic.” Complete article
Walmart announced today that it will close all of its stores on Thanksgiving, Thursday, Nov. 25, 2021.
The retailer had also closed stores last year on the holiday.
Walmart said it was closing stores “as a thank you to associates for their continued hard work during the pandemic.” Complete article
Gunman in shooting spree at Pa. Walmart in August 2018 loses bid to escape 25- to 62-year jail term 06/02/2021
Bowie alumni restore crosses on Mount Cristo Rey to remember Tx. Walmart shooting victims 06/03/2021
Milford, Camden Delaware Walmarts briefly closed Thursday after bomb threats reported 06/03/2021
Johnson City Tenn. Walmart significantly expands self-checkout area 06/03/2021
Princeton WV Walmart evacuated following report of bomb threat 06/03/2021
Family discovers their car was stolen from a North Fort Myers Fla. Walmart parking lot 06/05/2021
FORT MYERS, Fla.–A North Fort Myers family said their Kia SUV was stolen at a Walmart on Wednesday afternoon.
The Stratton’s were walking out of Walmart when they found out that their vehicle was gone.
“In my head, I was hoping ‘Well maybe somebody played a prank and maybe moved it'”, explained Adam Stratton.
After multiple trips around the Walmart parking lot, the reality of the stolen car set it. Complete article
FORT MYERS, Fla.–A North Fort Myers family said their Kia SUV was stolen at a Walmart on Wednesday afternoon.
The Stratton’s were walking out of Walmart when they found out that their vehicle was gone.
“In my head, I was hoping ‘Well maybe somebody played a prank and maybe moved it'”, explained Adam Stratton.
After multiple trips around the Walmart parking lot, the reality of the stolen car set it. Complete article
Multiple fires set inside of Mississippi Walmart Supercenter in Gulfport, official says 06/04/2021 Third fire set at second Mississippi store.
Two fires were set inside of the Walmart Supercenter on U.S. 49 on Friday afternoon, the Gulfport fire chief said.
Walmart employees were able to extinguish the fire, and they called the fire department.
Gulfport Fire Chief Mike Beyerstedt said they are approaching this as an “incendiary fire,” which means it was set deliberately. The fires are believed to be premeditated, he said. Shoppers and employees were all evacuated from the store, and no injuries were reported.
Last week, fires were set at two different Walmarts in Mobile, Alabama, and other fires have been reported across the country. Also on Friday, a fire was reported in an Ocala, Florida, store. Complete article
Authorities searching for woman believed to have started the fire inside a Biloxi Mississippi Walmart 06/04/2021
After Alabama Walmart arsons, others reported in Mississippi 06/05/2021
FBI offering reward in Walmart fire cases 06/05/2021
FBI offering reward for info on fires at 3 Walmart stores in Alabama and Mississippi 06/07/2021
FBI hunt for gang setting Walmart stores on fire across the US 06/07/2021
Two fires were set inside of the Walmart Supercenter on U.S. 49 on Friday afternoon, the Gulfport fire chief said.
Walmart employees were able to extinguish the fire, and they called the fire department.
Gulfport Fire Chief Mike Beyerstedt said they are approaching this as an “incendiary fire,” which means it was set deliberately. The fires are believed to be premeditated, he said. Shoppers and employees were all evacuated from the store, and no injuries were reported.
Last week, fires were set at two different Walmarts in Mobile, Alabama, and other fires have been reported across the country. Also on Friday, a fire was reported in an Ocala, Florida, store. Complete article
Authorities searching for woman believed to have started the fire inside a Biloxi Mississippi Walmart 06/04/2021
After Alabama Walmart arsons, others reported in Mississippi 06/05/2021
FBI offering reward in Walmart fire cases 06/05/2021
FBI offering reward for info on fires at 3 Walmart stores in Alabama and Mississippi 06/07/2021
FBI hunt for gang setting Walmart stores on fire across the US 06/07/2021
Grand Forks ND Fire Department responds to grass fires at both Walmart locations 06/04/2021
The Grand Forks ND Fire Department responded to two brush and grass fires at both Walmart locations in town, one of which damaged a vehicle, on the afternoon of Friday, June 4. Fire crews responded to the first fire just after 1 p.m. at the 32nd Avenue Walmart, and again at... Complete article
The Grand Forks ND Fire Department responded to two brush and grass fires at both Walmart locations in town, one of which damaged a vehicle, on the afternoon of Friday, June 4. Fire crews responded to the first fire just after 1 p.m. at the 32nd Avenue Walmart, and again at... Complete article
Ocala Fire Rescue responds to electrical fire at east Ocala Fla. Walmart 06/04/2021
The Ocala Fire Rescue responded to an electrical fire at an east Ocala Walmart on Thursday.
Crews responded to a fire alarm at the Walmart located at 4980 East Silver Springs Boulevard on Thursday evening. According to OFR, a track light malfunction triggered the alarm.
While searching the interior of the structure, firefighters found the source of the problem in the electronics department. Complete article
The Ocala Fire Rescue responded to an electrical fire at an east Ocala Walmart on Thursday.
Crews responded to a fire alarm at the Walmart located at 4980 East Silver Springs Boulevard on Thursday evening. According to OFR, a track light malfunction triggered the alarm.
While searching the interior of the structure, firefighters found the source of the problem in the electronics department. Complete article
Negligence charge against Okla. Walmart in December 2017 stabbing reinstated 06/04/2021
A federal appeals court overturned a lower court Thursday and reinstated a negligence charge against Walmart Inc. in connection with a customer’s stabbing outside its store.
Walmart employee Patricia Harjo and her husband Roy Harjo were arguing and fighting outside a Walmart store in Shawnee, Oklahoma, when 17-year-old Dillion Burge, who did not know the couple, intervened to protect Ms. Harjo, even though a manager allegedly warned him not to do so, according to Thursday’s ruling by the 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Denver in Dillion Allen Burge et al. v. Wal-Mart Stores East, L.P.
Mr. Harjo pulled a knife and stabbed Mr. Burge twice, the ruling said. Mr. Burge was taken to a hospital and survived. Complete article
A federal appeals court overturned a lower court Thursday and reinstated a negligence charge against Walmart Inc. in connection with a customer’s stabbing outside its store.
Walmart employee Patricia Harjo and her husband Roy Harjo were arguing and fighting outside a Walmart store in Shawnee, Oklahoma, when 17-year-old Dillion Burge, who did not know the couple, intervened to protect Ms. Harjo, even though a manager allegedly warned him not to do so, according to Thursday’s ruling by the 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Denver in Dillion Allen Burge et al. v. Wal-Mart Stores East, L.P.
Mr. Harjo pulled a knife and stabbed Mr. Burge twice, the ruling said. Mr. Burge was taken to a hospital and survived. Complete article
Search for missing 66-year-old San Antonio Tx. man ends after he’s found in Dallas, police say 06/03/2021
Warning: If you get this email from Walmart, don’t open it 06/03/2021
Woman Fills Cart With Over $1500 Worth of Fla. Walmart Merchandise and Attempts To Leave Store Without Paying 06/04/2021
Nixa Missouri police investigate death outside of Walmart 06/06/2021
NIXA, Mo. (KY3) - The Nixa Police Department is investigating a death Sunday morning outside of Walmart.
Officers responded to the Walmart at 1102 N Massey Blvd. around 10:15 a.m. Sunday morning. Police taped off an area in the parking lot for several hours to investigate.
The death does not appear to be suspicious at this time. The victim has not been identified by name, age or gender. Complete article
NIXA, Mo. (KY3) - The Nixa Police Department is investigating a death Sunday morning outside of Walmart.
Officers responded to the Walmart at 1102 N Massey Blvd. around 10:15 a.m. Sunday morning. Police taped off an area in the parking lot for several hours to investigate.
The death does not appear to be suspicious at this time. The victim has not been identified by name, age or gender. Complete article
Man hits Melbourne Fla. Walmart customer in face with shovel, threatens others, police say 06/05/2021
MELBOURNE, Fla. – A Palm Bay man faces multiple charges after police said he struck a Walmart customer in the face with a shovel that he also used to threaten other customers Thursday morning in the Melbourne store.
Craig Williams, 26, was charged with breach of peace disorderly conduct, battery, carrying a concealed weapon, carrying a weapon during a criminal offense and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, according to Florida Today.
Williams entered the Walmart off Eau Gallie Boulevard at about 11 a.m. Thursday, shoved a shopping cart into a pallet of supplies a Walmart employee was pushing, then struck her in the shoulder and hand with his elbows before continuing further into the store, Melbourne police said.
Williams armed himself with a shovel as he walked through the store, police said. A manager told police he saw Williams swinging the shovel above his head and speaking in an unusual manner, which made him concerned for his employees and customers. Complete article
MELBOURNE, Fla. – A Palm Bay man faces multiple charges after police said he struck a Walmart customer in the face with a shovel that he also used to threaten other customers Thursday morning in the Melbourne store.
Craig Williams, 26, was charged with breach of peace disorderly conduct, battery, carrying a concealed weapon, carrying a weapon during a criminal offense and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, according to Florida Today.
Williams entered the Walmart off Eau Gallie Boulevard at about 11 a.m. Thursday, shoved a shopping cart into a pallet of supplies a Walmart employee was pushing, then struck her in the shoulder and hand with his elbows before continuing further into the store, Melbourne police said.
Williams armed himself with a shovel as he walked through the store, police said. A manager told police he saw Williams swinging the shovel above his head and speaking in an unusual manner, which made him concerned for his employees and customers. Complete article
Oconee County blotter: Fight erupts outside Walmart; man speeds 104 mph to see fiancée 05/28/2021
ANGRY CYCLIST: On May 17, Deputy Lex Ogan was dispatched to the parking lot of Walmart shortly before 7 p.m., where a fight broke out after a road-rage incident that began when a pickup, driven by a 20-year-old Royston woman, turned toward Walmart in front of a man driving a Harley-Davidson motorcycle.
The cyclist revved the engine as he began tailgating the pickup. He called the woman a derogatory name before driving off. The pickup parked and the woman’s 23-year-old brother exited and had bent over to tie a shoelace when a white SUV pulled up. The driver got out, went over to the brother and punched him in the eye and forehead.
As the fight progressed, others arrived — including an off-duty Walton County sheriff’s deputy — and broke up the fight. The man who arrived in the SUV turned out to be the Harley driver. The Walton deputy saw the unprovoked attack, as did the store’s loss-prevention officer, who was outside taking a break. Complete article
ANGRY CYCLIST: On May 17, Deputy Lex Ogan was dispatched to the parking lot of Walmart shortly before 7 p.m., where a fight broke out after a road-rage incident that began when a pickup, driven by a 20-year-old Royston woman, turned toward Walmart in front of a man driving a Harley-Davidson motorcycle.
The cyclist revved the engine as he began tailgating the pickup. He called the woman a derogatory name before driving off. The pickup parked and the woman’s 23-year-old brother exited and had bent over to tie a shoelace when a white SUV pulled up. The driver got out, went over to the brother and punched him in the eye and forehead.
As the fight progressed, others arrived — including an off-duty Walton County sheriff’s deputy — and broke up the fight. The man who arrived in the SUV turned out to be the Harley driver. The Walton deputy saw the unprovoked attack, as did the store’s loss-prevention officer, who was outside taking a break. Complete article
Salina man arrested after motorcycle stolen from Kansas Walmart parking lot 06/07/2021
A Salina man was arrested on requested felony charges of theft and damage to property after a stolen motorcycle was located at his residence.
On May 29, Kaitlin Carter, 31, of Salina, reported to police that she had left her Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle in the parking lot at Walmart, 2900 S. Ninth Street, approximately two weeks before, because the motorcycle had a dead battery, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester reported this morning. When she returned on May 29, the motorcycle was gone.
According to Forrester, the motorcycle was distinguishable as it had custom flat black exhaust pipes and faded and torn leather saddle bags.
The motorcycle was valued at $4,000. Complete article
A Salina man was arrested on requested felony charges of theft and damage to property after a stolen motorcycle was located at his residence.
On May 29, Kaitlin Carter, 31, of Salina, reported to police that she had left her Kawasaki Vulcan motorcycle in the parking lot at Walmart, 2900 S. Ninth Street, approximately two weeks before, because the motorcycle had a dead battery, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester reported this morning. When she returned on May 29, the motorcycle was gone.
According to Forrester, the motorcycle was distinguishable as it had custom flat black exhaust pipes and faded and torn leather saddle bags.
The motorcycle was valued at $4,000. Complete article
St. Louis man arrested after tussling with Arnold Police officer in Missouri Walmart 06/06/2021
Arnold Police arrested a 48-year-old St. Louis man following a brief physical altercation with an officer in Walmart. The officer confronted the man at the store, 2201 Michigan Ave., because he allegedly tried to steal $2,208 worth of items, authorities reported.
A store loss prevention officer called Arnold Police and reported that the suspect had previously been told not to come back to the store again, but on April 28, he returned and allegedly filled a cart with items and was trying to leave without paying for them. The officer arrived and allegedly saw the man push the cart past a self-checkout lane without paying for the items, the report said.
The officer told the suspect he needed to pay for the merchandise, but the man reportedly refused and got into an argument with the officer. During the argument, the man allegedly said he was not going to go to jail, according to the report.
Then, the man tried to leave the store, and he and the officer tussled. Afterward, the suspect said he had recently broken his leg and couldn’t go to jail, the report said. Complete article
Arnold Police arrested a 48-year-old St. Louis man following a brief physical altercation with an officer in Walmart. The officer confronted the man at the store, 2201 Michigan Ave., because he allegedly tried to steal $2,208 worth of items, authorities reported.
A store loss prevention officer called Arnold Police and reported that the suspect had previously been told not to come back to the store again, but on April 28, he returned and allegedly filled a cart with items and was trying to leave without paying for them. The officer arrived and allegedly saw the man push the cart past a self-checkout lane without paying for the items, the report said.
The officer told the suspect he needed to pay for the merchandise, but the man reportedly refused and got into an argument with the officer. During the argument, the man allegedly said he was not going to go to jail, according to the report.
Then, the man tried to leave the store, and he and the officer tussled. Afterward, the suspect said he had recently broken his leg and couldn’t go to jail, the report said. Complete article
White Woman Loses Job at an Ohio Walmart After Falsely Accusing a Black Woman of Stealing at Self-Checkout, Company Issues Apology 06/0/2021
An Ohio Walmart employee has been fired after a Black woman claimed that she was racially profiled.
Anternitia O’Neal told local news outlet Fox19 that she was shopping for groceries — minor items such as juice, cereal, and lotion — at the Walmart on 10240 Colerain Ave in Cincinnati when she claimed she was accused of stealing on May 18. Once she had collected all her items, O’Neal says she went through the self-checkout station to pay for her stuff, and when she wrapped up that process that’s when the now-former Walmart employee, who is white, approached her and accused her of stealing, saying some now-bagged items in O’Neal’s cart had not been scanned.
A confrontation ensued and O’Neal requested the employee get security and review the video. Another Walmart employee approached the scene in an attempt to get an understanding of what transpired before she too left to view the security footage.
The Black woman said she pleaded with the employee several times, explaining that she had paid for all her items. “I just feel that words can’t even explain how belittled they made me feel, less of a human, and that’s unfair,” she told reporters. O’Neal recorded parts of the incident and shared it on her Facebook Live feed. Complete article
An Ohio Walmart employee has been fired after a Black woman claimed that she was racially profiled.
Anternitia O’Neal told local news outlet Fox19 that she was shopping for groceries — minor items such as juice, cereal, and lotion — at the Walmart on 10240 Colerain Ave in Cincinnati when she claimed she was accused of stealing on May 18. Once she had collected all her items, O’Neal says she went through the self-checkout station to pay for her stuff, and when she wrapped up that process that’s when the now-former Walmart employee, who is white, approached her and accused her of stealing, saying some now-bagged items in O’Neal’s cart had not been scanned.
A confrontation ensued and O’Neal requested the employee get security and review the video. Another Walmart employee approached the scene in an attempt to get an understanding of what transpired before she too left to view the security footage.
The Black woman said she pleaded with the employee several times, explaining that she had paid for all her items. “I just feel that words can’t even explain how belittled they made me feel, less of a human, and that’s unfair,” she told reporters. O’Neal recorded parts of the incident and shared it on her Facebook Live feed. Complete article
Walmart’s free phones for employees raise privacy concerns, experts say 06/08/2021
Digital privacy experts are raising red flags about Walmart’s plans to give 740,000 employees free smartphones that the company says will improve worker productivity without collecting personal data.
Walmart said Thursday that it planned to give nearly half its US employees free Samsung Galaxy phones by the end of the year. Employees will use the phones to access the “Me@Walmart” app, which will allow them to clock in, manage shifts and communicate with supervisors.
Employees will also be allowed to take the phones home for personal use.
But Darrell West, a senior fellow at the Center of Technology Innovation at the Brookings Institution, had some blunt advice for Walmart workers: “Turn down the phone.”
“Employees should realize when they’re using company provided phones, the company can engage in surveillance on what they do on that phone,” West told The Post. “That can include a wide range of personal, financial and social interactions. Basically everything you do on that phone can be subject to surveillance.” Complete article
Digital privacy experts are raising red flags about Walmart’s plans to give 740,000 employees free smartphones that the company says will improve worker productivity without collecting personal data.
Walmart said Thursday that it planned to give nearly half its US employees free Samsung Galaxy phones by the end of the year. Employees will use the phones to access the “Me@Walmart” app, which will allow them to clock in, manage shifts and communicate with supervisors.
Employees will also be allowed to take the phones home for personal use.
But Darrell West, a senior fellow at the Center of Technology Innovation at the Brookings Institution, had some blunt advice for Walmart workers: “Turn down the phone.”
“Employees should realize when they’re using company provided phones, the company can engage in surveillance on what they do on that phone,” West told The Post. “That can include a wide range of personal, financial and social interactions. Basically everything you do on that phone can be subject to surveillance.” Complete article
Trial date set for Mississippi man accused of killing woman inside Walmart in January 2018 06/04/2021
Bomb threat made at Williamsburg Ky. Walmart 06/06/2021
Reading man whose arrest on July 20, 2020 was caught on video at the Wyomissing Walmart is found guilty 06/04/2021
Forest City NC police need help identifying suspect in recent theft at Walmart 06/07/2021
Bristol, Va. police respond to Walmart after truckers receive scam call about possible hostage situation 06/09/2021
BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) – Police in Bristol, Virginia responded to the Walmart on Lee Highway Wednesday after receiving a call about a possible hostage situation that police now say was likely a scam.
According to Captain Maynard Ratcliff of the Bristol Virginia Police Department, a father and son trucking team received a phone call, during which the caller said a family member of theirs was being held hostage in Florida.
The father and son were told by the caller to withdraw money for the safe return of the family member.
When BVPD was first contacted around 11 a.m., responders believed they were being called to a hostage situation at Walmart. Several officers arrived at the store. Complete article
BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) – Police in Bristol, Virginia responded to the Walmart on Lee Highway Wednesday after receiving a call about a possible hostage situation that police now say was likely a scam.
According to Captain Maynard Ratcliff of the Bristol Virginia Police Department, a father and son trucking team received a phone call, during which the caller said a family member of theirs was being held hostage in Florida.
The father and son were told by the caller to withdraw money for the safe return of the family member.
When BVPD was first contacted around 11 a.m., responders believed they were being called to a hostage situation at Walmart. Several officers arrived at the store. Complete article
'Upset' Rochester Man Accused Of Punching Female Minn. Walmart Employee 06/09/2021
Rochester, MN (KROC AM News) - A Rochester man is expected to face a felony assault charge for punching a Walmart store employee because he was not able to cash a check.
Police Capt. Casey Moilanen says the incident happened at the south Walmart store Sunday evening.
Moilanen says the man went to the store’s customer service area and after finding no one there, asked a 53-year-old female employee “what was going on.”
When the worker told the man there was no one available to staff the service area, he became upset. Moilanen says the man then punched the woman in the face, knocking her into a clothing rack. She then lost her balance and fell to the floor, striking her head. She was taken to the hospital where she treated for her injuries and received stitches. Complete article
Rochester, MN (KROC AM News) - A Rochester man is expected to face a felony assault charge for punching a Walmart store employee because he was not able to cash a check.
Police Capt. Casey Moilanen says the incident happened at the south Walmart store Sunday evening.
Moilanen says the man went to the store’s customer service area and after finding no one there, asked a 53-year-old female employee “what was going on.”
When the worker told the man there was no one available to staff the service area, he became upset. Moilanen says the man then punched the woman in the face, knocking her into a clothing rack. She then lost her balance and fell to the floor, striking her head. She was taken to the hospital where she treated for her injuries and received stitches. Complete article
Walmart stores across Maine are going bagless 06/08/2021
Starting July 1, all Walmart stores in Maine are going bagless.
Walmart customers will need to bring reusable bags and containers for pickup and in-store shopping.
“This decision only further demonstrates the company’s commitment to advancing sustainable initiatives that support people and the environment and to its ongoing efforts to target zero emissions in its global operations by 2040,” a Walmart spokesperson said. Complete article
VERIFY: Walmart is not going to stop using plastic bags at all U.S. stores on July 1 06/09/2021
Starting July 1, all Walmart stores in Maine are going bagless.
Walmart customers will need to bring reusable bags and containers for pickup and in-store shopping.
“This decision only further demonstrates the company’s commitment to advancing sustainable initiatives that support people and the environment and to its ongoing efforts to target zero emissions in its global operations by 2040,” a Walmart spokesperson said. Complete article
VERIFY: Walmart is not going to stop using plastic bags at all U.S. stores on July 1 06/09/2021
Man involved in argument, standoff at Sevierville Tenn. Walmart last Dec. pleads guilty to lesser charge 06/07/2021
Second man pleads guilty to domestic assault stemming from Sevierville Tenn. Walmart altercation, standoff 06/09/2021
Police investigate suspicious package at Flint Township Mich. Walmart 06/08/2021
Man Caught on Camera “Sneaking” Tv and Hoverboards Out of Fla. Walmart’s Garden Section 06/08/2021
Deputies arrest suspected shoplifter near Woodstock Ga. Walmart 06/08/2021
SAPD: Possible road rage incident leads to deadly shooting outside Tx. Walmart gas station 06/09/2021
SAN ANTONIO — A 63-year-old man has died after what appears to have been a road rage incident, the San Antonio Police Department said.
The incident happened around 3:15 p.m. Wednesday in the Walmart parking lot in the 11300 block of Potranco Road on the city's west side.
Police said the 63-year-old was in his car waiting to exit the Walmart when a 31-year-old man inside a red car drove by him. Some sort of road rage incident took place between the drivers, police said.
The 31-year-old man parked at the Walmart gas station and got out of his vehicle. The 63-year-old followed the man to the gas station parking lot and pulled out a gun, according to police.
That's when the 31-year-old man reportedly pulled out his gun and shot the man multiple times. The 63-year-old was taken to a hospital through AirLIFE, but passed away due to his injuries. Complete article
SAN ANTONIO — A 63-year-old man has died after what appears to have been a road rage incident, the San Antonio Police Department said.
The incident happened around 3:15 p.m. Wednesday in the Walmart parking lot in the 11300 block of Potranco Road on the city's west side.
Police said the 63-year-old was in his car waiting to exit the Walmart when a 31-year-old man inside a red car drove by him. Some sort of road rage incident took place between the drivers, police said.
The 31-year-old man parked at the Walmart gas station and got out of his vehicle. The 63-year-old followed the man to the gas station parking lot and pulled out a gun, according to police.
That's when the 31-year-old man reportedly pulled out his gun and shot the man multiple times. The 63-year-old was taken to a hospital through AirLIFE, but passed away due to his injuries. Complete article
Attack on shopper at South Euclid Ohio Walmart 06/10/2021
SOUTH EUCLID, Ohio (WOIO) - The South Euclid police are looking to identify a man who attacked a shopper and forcibly removed her necklace at the Walmart on 1868 Warrensville Road.
The incident occurred on June 7 at approximately 12:17 p.m.
As the woman loaded her groceries into her car, the suspect grabbed her and forcibly removed her necklace. Complete article
SOUTH EUCLID, Ohio (WOIO) - The South Euclid police are looking to identify a man who attacked a shopper and forcibly removed her necklace at the Walmart on 1868 Warrensville Road.
The incident occurred on June 7 at approximately 12:17 p.m.
As the woman loaded her groceries into her car, the suspect grabbed her and forcibly removed her necklace. Complete article
Ocala Fla. man banned from Walmart in 2019 arrested for trespassing 06/11/2021
An Ocala man was recently forced to leave Walmart after an employee reported he has a trespass warning dating back to 2019.
On June 6, a Marion County Sheriff’s deputy in training responded to the Walmart store located at 9570 SW HWY 200.
A loss prevention officer reported 57-year-old David Whitlow was inside the store and was issued a trespass warning by the sheriff’s office prior to June 6. A deputy checked the records and confirmed Whitlow had been issued a “non-expiring” trespass warning on March 2, 2019, according to the sheriff’s report.
The deputy entered the building and located Whitlow near the sporting goods aisle.
Whitlow was arrested and charged with trespassing a structure or conveyance. He was transported to the Marion County Jail on June 6 where his bond was set at $1,000. He was released after posting bail. Complete article
An Ocala man was recently forced to leave Walmart after an employee reported he has a trespass warning dating back to 2019.
On June 6, a Marion County Sheriff’s deputy in training responded to the Walmart store located at 9570 SW HWY 200.
A loss prevention officer reported 57-year-old David Whitlow was inside the store and was issued a trespass warning by the sheriff’s office prior to June 6. A deputy checked the records and confirmed Whitlow had been issued a “non-expiring” trespass warning on March 2, 2019, according to the sheriff’s report.
The deputy entered the building and located Whitlow near the sporting goods aisle.
Whitlow was arrested and charged with trespassing a structure or conveyance. He was transported to the Marion County Jail on June 6 where his bond was set at $1,000. He was released after posting bail. Complete article
Woman sues Kansas City Missouri area Walmart, alleging negligence after a fire log fell on her 06/10/2021
A woman who claims a fire log fell from a shelf and gave her a concussion has filed a lawsuit against a Walmart in Lee’s Summit.
Patricia Michaels said she was shopping at the Walmart at 1000 N.E. Sam Walton Lane on Oct. 13, 2018, when she attempted to pull a fire log from a box on the upper shelf, according to court documents. The log fell and allegedly struck her in the head, neck and shoulder.
The store’s negligence caused Michaels to have a concussion and she has had to pay medical expenses, the lawsuit said. The store displayed the fire logs on a shelf that required customers to reach over their head and stocked weighted items in a box which created a hazard for customers attempting to access them, the lawsuit said. Complete article
A woman who claims a fire log fell from a shelf and gave her a concussion has filed a lawsuit against a Walmart in Lee’s Summit.
Patricia Michaels said she was shopping at the Walmart at 1000 N.E. Sam Walton Lane on Oct. 13, 2018, when she attempted to pull a fire log from a box on the upper shelf, according to court documents. The log fell and allegedly struck her in the head, neck and shoulder.
The store’s negligence caused Michaels to have a concussion and she has had to pay medical expenses, the lawsuit said. The store displayed the fire logs on a shelf that required customers to reach over their head and stocked weighted items in a box which created a hazard for customers attempting to access them, the lawsuit said. Complete article
Walmart Wins Motion To Dismiss In Opioids Case 06/10/2021
Attached is a link to an interesting unanimous panel decision from the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals in an opioids case. This is the very same court that would hear appeals from cases from decisions by Judge Dan Polster, Judge of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio. Judge Polster, it will be recalled, has been selected by a federal judicial panel to preside over more than 200 consolidated prescription opioid-related lawsuits in multi-district litigation (MDL).
In the instant case, the plaintiff (a pharmacist working at Walmart WMT +0.6%) sued that company and others under the federal False Claims Act (FCA). The claim is that this pharmacist received large numbers of heavy opiate prescriptions written by the same doctor. Walmart allegedly filled these prescriptions, whose small copay indicated to the plaintiff that Walmart was obtaining Medicare and/or Medicaid reimbursement. The plaintiff believed these prescriptions to be fraudulent (both because of their number and because of the high dosage) and thus that the federal reimbursement to Walmart was fraudulent. He notified his employer of his decision to file his complaint, and claims he was fired as a result (adding a retaliation count to his suit).
Typically in such cases, the federal government intervenes to support the claim of alleged fraud and the claimant (here, the pharmacist) receives a reward for his initiative. Here, though, the government expressly declined to intervene, so the pharmacist persevered alone. But Walmart and the other defendants demurred (that is, claimed that the plaintiff’s suit did not state a cause of action) and won at trial. A unanimous Circuit Court panel here confirmed.
The reasoning is interesting and potentially applicable to Judge Polster’s MDL. The panel held that the tiny amount ($1 or $2) paid by patients for each prescription was no proof that the federal government had expended any money at all, or even that any demand for federal payment had ever been made. It also held that the mere fact that doses were high was no evidence at all that they were medically “too” high. It held that the mere fact the plaintiff was discharged in no way established any causation with his FCA claim. Finally, it held that the federal government’s decision not to intervene in the case demonstrated that it too found the allegations lacking. Essentially, the panel wondered how Walmart could believe the prescriptions to be fraudulent when the government itself clearly doesn’t think so. Complete article
Attached is a link to an interesting unanimous panel decision from the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals in an opioids case. This is the very same court that would hear appeals from cases from decisions by Judge Dan Polster, Judge of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio. Judge Polster, it will be recalled, has been selected by a federal judicial panel to preside over more than 200 consolidated prescription opioid-related lawsuits in multi-district litigation (MDL).
In the instant case, the plaintiff (a pharmacist working at Walmart WMT +0.6%) sued that company and others under the federal False Claims Act (FCA). The claim is that this pharmacist received large numbers of heavy opiate prescriptions written by the same doctor. Walmart allegedly filled these prescriptions, whose small copay indicated to the plaintiff that Walmart was obtaining Medicare and/or Medicaid reimbursement. The plaintiff believed these prescriptions to be fraudulent (both because of their number and because of the high dosage) and thus that the federal reimbursement to Walmart was fraudulent. He notified his employer of his decision to file his complaint, and claims he was fired as a result (adding a retaliation count to his suit).
Typically in such cases, the federal government intervenes to support the claim of alleged fraud and the claimant (here, the pharmacist) receives a reward for his initiative. Here, though, the government expressly declined to intervene, so the pharmacist persevered alone. But Walmart and the other defendants demurred (that is, claimed that the plaintiff’s suit did not state a cause of action) and won at trial. A unanimous Circuit Court panel here confirmed.
The reasoning is interesting and potentially applicable to Judge Polster’s MDL. The panel held that the tiny amount ($1 or $2) paid by patients for each prescription was no proof that the federal government had expended any money at all, or even that any demand for federal payment had ever been made. It also held that the mere fact that doses were high was no evidence at all that they were medically “too” high. It held that the mere fact the plaintiff was discharged in no way established any causation with his FCA claim. Finally, it held that the federal government’s decision not to intervene in the case demonstrated that it too found the allegations lacking. Essentially, the panel wondered how Walmart could believe the prescriptions to be fraudulent when the government itself clearly doesn’t think so. Complete article
Update: M&H robbery suspect also wanted for robberies at ND Fargo Walmart, Casey’s 06/10/2021
Police searching for man involved in Tx. Walmart theft 06/09/2021
Austin Tx. police arrest man accused of sexually assaulting 6-year-old at Walmart last May 06/10/2021
Marshall County Man Charged With Alleged Sexual Abuse At Moundsville WV Walmart; Fired From Job 06/09/2021
Owings Mills Md. Walmart Closing On June 30 06/11/2021
Court reverses decision in Walmart case 06/10/2021 The 10th Circuit Court of Appeals sent the case back to the lower court for a more thorough examination of Oklahoma law regarding the responsibility businesses have to provide for the safety of their customers.
Man found dead in Ind. Walmart bathroom 06/11/2021
A man's body was found inside one of the restrooms at the Walmart on Ireland Road in South Bend.
The incident was reported just after 12:30 p.m. Friday.
A customer reported the store is still open. Complete article
A man's body was found inside one of the restrooms at the Walmart on Ireland Road in South Bend.
The incident was reported just after 12:30 p.m. Friday.
A customer reported the store is still open. Complete article
Shorted by Walmart on the sales tax holiday 06/11/2021
To the Editor:
Did you try to take advantage of the recent hurricane sales tax holiday by purchasing a qualified item at Walmart on U.S. Hwy. 441 in Summerfield?
Did you use the self-checkout register?
If you did please recheck your register receipt. It seems that Walmart’s self checkout registers charged you sales tax regardless of what you purchased sales tax exempt or not.
And to add insult to injury Walmart knew this and still did not put any signs up to alert their customers about this. Complete article
To the Editor:
Did you try to take advantage of the recent hurricane sales tax holiday by purchasing a qualified item at Walmart on U.S. Hwy. 441 in Summerfield?
Did you use the self-checkout register?
If you did please recheck your register receipt. It seems that Walmart’s self checkout registers charged you sales tax regardless of what you purchased sales tax exempt or not.
And to add insult to injury Walmart knew this and still did not put any signs up to alert their customers about this. Complete article
[UPDATE] Bomb Threat Reported At Freehold NJ Walmart, Cops Say 06/10/2021
Kankakee Ill. Walmart evacuated due to bomb threat 06/08/2021
Ocala man banned from Walmart in 2019 arrested for trespassing 06/11/2021
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Person critically wounded after being shot in the neck in Milan Tenn. Walmart parking lot 06/13/2021
MILAN, Tenn. — A person was shot in the neck in the parking lot of Walmart in Milan, Tennessee, on Saturday, according to the Milan Police Department.
Milan Police said the severity of the injury required the victim to be airlifted to Regional One in Memphis. The victim is currently in critical condition.
According to Milan Police, the shooting incident stems from a argument between two separate groups, and they said it was a targeted attack. Complete article
Shooting at Milan Walmart under investigation 06/13/2021 Milan Police Department says Damarius Bates, Kylin Finch, and Dallas Ingram are currently in custody after a shooting at the Milan Walmart on Saturday.
MILAN, Tenn. — A person was shot in the neck in the parking lot of Walmart in Milan, Tennessee, on Saturday, according to the Milan Police Department.
Milan Police said the severity of the injury required the victim to be airlifted to Regional One in Memphis. The victim is currently in critical condition.
According to Milan Police, the shooting incident stems from a argument between two separate groups, and they said it was a targeted attack. Complete article
Shooting at Milan Walmart under investigation 06/13/2021 Milan Police Department says Damarius Bates, Kylin Finch, and Dallas Ingram are currently in custody after a shooting at the Milan Walmart on Saturday.
Shooting reported near Weslaco Tx. Walmart 06/12/2021
Police responded to a shooting in the parking lot of a Weslaco Walmart, a spokesman with the Weslaco Police Department confirmed.
The shooting was reported in the parking lot between the Walmart and the Jack in the Box located at 1310 Texas Blvd.
No other details were available and the shooting is still being investigated, the spokesman said. Complete article
Police responded to a shooting in the parking lot of a Weslaco Walmart, a spokesman with the Weslaco Police Department confirmed.
The shooting was reported in the parking lot between the Walmart and the Jack in the Box located at 1310 Texas Blvd.
No other details were available and the shooting is still being investigated, the spokesman said. Complete article
Firefighters responding to fire behind Walmart on Gerber Road Sacramento Ca. 06/12/2021
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KTXL) — Firefighters are at the scene of a fire behind Walmart on Gerber Road.
Metropolitan Fire of Sacramento says they will be providing information as it becomes available. Complete article
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KTXL) — Firefighters are at the scene of a fire behind Walmart on Gerber Road.
Metropolitan Fire of Sacramento says they will be providing information as it becomes available. Complete article
The State Where The Most People Work At Walmart 06/13/2021
Walmart is the largest retailer in America, founded in 1962. As a matter of fact, it is the largest company in the nation, based on revenue, at $559 billion last year. The footprint of Walmart stores is national, but there is a large concentration in the southern part of the country, fairly close to its company headquarters in Arkansas.
The Walmart U.S. store total sits at 4,783. Walmart employs almost 1.6 million people when these stores, the public corporation’s headquarters staff, and Sam’s Club locations are included. This size and scope plus international operations have made the Walton family, primarily the children of founder Sam Walton fabulously wealthy. Alice, Jim, and Rob Walton are each worth $62 billion according to Forbes.
The state with the most Walmart locations is Texas at 516. Texas is the second-largest state in America with a population of 29,730,311. California ranked first in population among all states at 39,613,493, has the third latest number of Walmarts at 281. Florida ranks second in Walmart store count at 340. It ranks third among all states in population at 21,944,577. Complete article
Walmart is the largest retailer in America, founded in 1962. As a matter of fact, it is the largest company in the nation, based on revenue, at $559 billion last year. The footprint of Walmart stores is national, but there is a large concentration in the southern part of the country, fairly close to its company headquarters in Arkansas.
The Walmart U.S. store total sits at 4,783. Walmart employs almost 1.6 million people when these stores, the public corporation’s headquarters staff, and Sam’s Club locations are included. This size and scope plus international operations have made the Walton family, primarily the children of founder Sam Walton fabulously wealthy. Alice, Jim, and Rob Walton are each worth $62 billion according to Forbes.
The state with the most Walmart locations is Texas at 516. Texas is the second-largest state in America with a population of 29,730,311. California ranked first in population among all states at 39,613,493, has the third latest number of Walmarts at 281. Florida ranks second in Walmart store count at 340. It ranks third among all states in population at 21,944,577. Complete article
Retail Theft Arrests at Pa. Walmart 06/11/2021 Five of them mostly at self-checkout
Walmart Introduces Free Courses To Community 06/10/2021 Classes are virtual for now and offerings include Buying a house or car, budgeting for beginners, banking basics and mastering interviews.
Police announce arrest in connection to man found fatally shot behind Garland Tx. Walmart last Feb. 06/11/2021
Villager ordered into anger management after parking battle at Fla. Walmart 06/12/2021
Police: Man transported for mental health treatment, but there's no threat of a shooting at Ohio Walmart/Lowe's 06/13/2021
The Brimfield Police Department dispelled rumors on social media Sunday afternoon of an active shooter situation at the local Walmart.
"There are varying rumors spreading on social media regarding an active shooter or threat at the Brimfield Walmart and/or Lowes," according to a post that appeared shortly before 2 p.m. Sunday on the police department's official Facebook page. "These are all inaccurate and there are no known threats at this time."
The police department said the two stores, which are located side by side in a shopping center off Tallmadge Road, would reopen shortly after a man was removed and taken to a hospital for mental treatment. The stores were evacuated "out of caution," the police statement said. Complete article
The Brimfield Police Department dispelled rumors on social media Sunday afternoon of an active shooter situation at the local Walmart.
"There are varying rumors spreading on social media regarding an active shooter or threat at the Brimfield Walmart and/or Lowes," according to a post that appeared shortly before 2 p.m. Sunday on the police department's official Facebook page. "These are all inaccurate and there are no known threats at this time."
The police department said the two stores, which are located side by side in a shopping center off Tallmadge Road, would reopen shortly after a man was removed and taken to a hospital for mental treatment. The stores were evacuated "out of caution," the police statement said. Complete article
Police: Valley Stream NY Walmart security guard punched after confronting customers 06/14/2021
Four Brooklyn women are under arrest following an alleged assault of a Walmart security guard on Long Island.
Police say the guard spotted the group improperly scanning merchandise on a self-checkout machine at the Valley Stream location Sunday.
They say when the guard approached them, two of the women punched him in the face. All four then ran out of the store, police say.
The 51-year-old guard was transported to a hospital. Complete article
Four Brooklyn women are under arrest following an alleged assault of a Walmart security guard on Long Island.
Police say the guard spotted the group improperly scanning merchandise on a self-checkout machine at the Valley Stream location Sunday.
They say when the guard approached them, two of the women punched him in the face. All four then ran out of the store, police say.
The 51-year-old guard was transported to a hospital. Complete article
Walmart settles sexual harassment lawsuit with Geneva NY store employee for $410,000 06/14/2021
Walmart is settling a lawsuit filed by an employee at its Geneva store.
The sexual harassment suit, which was filed by a worker in 2019 claimed a male associate made sexual comments to her- and solicited her for sex over a four year period.
The suit also claimed that store management ignored her complaints and those made by other female associates at the store. Complete article
Walmart is settling a lawsuit filed by an employee at its Geneva store.
The sexual harassment suit, which was filed by a worker in 2019 claimed a male associate made sexual comments to her- and solicited her for sex over a four year period.
The suit also claimed that store management ignored her complaints and those made by other female associates at the store. Complete article
Walmart getting rid of cashiers at British Columbia Canada store as part of test 06/14/2021
Walmart is replacing cashiers at its Terrace store in northwest B.C., with self-serve checkouts this summer, making it a test project along with a select number of other outlets in Canada.
In an emailed statement to The Terrace Standard, Walmart Canada said its Terrace store was selected as a test location because a large number of customers were using self-checkouts.
“Our business is transforming and we’re relentlessly focused on making our stores simpler and faster for our customers. That’s why we’re constantly innovating and trying new initiatives so we can be the very best retailer,” said spokesperson Felicia Fefer. Complete article
Walmart is replacing cashiers at its Terrace store in northwest B.C., with self-serve checkouts this summer, making it a test project along with a select number of other outlets in Canada.
In an emailed statement to The Terrace Standard, Walmart Canada said its Terrace store was selected as a test location because a large number of customers were using self-checkouts.
“Our business is transforming and we’re relentlessly focused on making our stores simpler and faster for our customers. That’s why we’re constantly innovating and trying new initiatives so we can be the very best retailer,” said spokesperson Felicia Fefer. Complete article
The Walton family Just Sold Billions Worth Of Walmart Stock – $2.1 billion 06/14/2021
To maintain an appropriate of family and non-family ownership in the retailing giant Walmart, the Walton family have sold 16.7 million shares of Walmart Inc. (NYSE:WMT) this year. The Walton family is the wealthiest family in the world.
The family owns about half of the world’s largest retailer’s outstanding shares through the Walton Family Holdings Trust and Walton Enterprises LLC, an investment vehicle controlled by several members of the Walmart family. Walton Enterprises, LLC is located in Bentonville, AR, United States.
The Walton Family Holdings Trust sold $430 million worth over the past week, taking their total sales to almost $2.1 billion since Jan. 1, according to Securities and Exchange Commission filings. The Walton Family Holdings Trust has been their main vehicle for share sales in past years. Walton Family Holdings Trust sold at least 98% of the 194 million shares it received in April 2015 — and moved 415 million more last year. Complete article
To maintain an appropriate of family and non-family ownership in the retailing giant Walmart, the Walton family have sold 16.7 million shares of Walmart Inc. (NYSE:WMT) this year. The Walton family is the wealthiest family in the world.
The family owns about half of the world’s largest retailer’s outstanding shares through the Walton Family Holdings Trust and Walton Enterprises LLC, an investment vehicle controlled by several members of the Walmart family. Walton Enterprises, LLC is located in Bentonville, AR, United States.
The Walton Family Holdings Trust sold $430 million worth over the past week, taking their total sales to almost $2.1 billion since Jan. 1, according to Securities and Exchange Commission filings. The Walton Family Holdings Trust has been their main vehicle for share sales in past years. Walton Family Holdings Trust sold at least 98% of the 194 million shares it received in April 2015 — and moved 415 million more last year. Complete article
Two Juvies Identified In May 3 Ill. Walmart Fire 06/14/2021
Ocala woman claims $1,000,000 Florida Lottery prize with ticket purchased at Fla. Walmart 06/14/2021
Police search for woman allegedly involved in attempted theft at Walmart in Madison Township Ohio 06/12/2021
Deputies search for woman to reportedly stole from Rockbridge County Va. Walmart 06/14/2021
Man brandished weapon while robbing bank inside Mesquite Tx. Walmart, police say 06/14/2021
Mesquite police are looking for a man who brandished a weapon Monday while robbing a bank.
Police said the man walked up to a teller about 10:15 a.m. in the Woodforest National Bank, which is inside a Walmart in the 900 block of North Town East Boulevard.
The robber showed the teller a weapon and demanded money before running away, police said. Complete article
Mesquite police are looking for a man who brandished a weapon Monday while robbing a bank.
Police said the man walked up to a teller about 10:15 a.m. in the Woodforest National Bank, which is inside a Walmart in the 900 block of North Town East Boulevard.
The robber showed the teller a weapon and demanded money before running away, police said. Complete article
Man stabbed during fight at Walmart in Glen Burnie Md. 06/14/2021
A Gambrills man was arrested and charged after police say he got into a fight and stabbed someone at Walmart in Glen Burnie on Saturday.
Domonic Bryant, 29, was charged with first and second-degree assault and reckless endangerment. He was released on his own recognizance on Monday. Online court records listed the public defenders office as Bryant’s representation and they declined to comment on the case.
On June 12, at around 3:45 p.m. Anne Arundel County police officers responded for a fight in progress in the 6700 block of Chesapeake Center Drive in Glen Burnie. Witnesses told police there was an altercation between two men inside the Walmart store which continued outside of the store, police said.
Once outside, the altercation continued and one of the men stabbed the other with a knife, police said. A witness reported the victim had started the fight by attempting to punch the suspect. Officers detained the suspect and recovered a knife from the suspect’s vehicle. Complete article
A Gambrills man was arrested and charged after police say he got into a fight and stabbed someone at Walmart in Glen Burnie on Saturday.
Domonic Bryant, 29, was charged with first and second-degree assault and reckless endangerment. He was released on his own recognizance on Monday. Online court records listed the public defenders office as Bryant’s representation and they declined to comment on the case.
On June 12, at around 3:45 p.m. Anne Arundel County police officers responded for a fight in progress in the 6700 block of Chesapeake Center Drive in Glen Burnie. Witnesses told police there was an altercation between two men inside the Walmart store which continued outside of the store, police said.
Once outside, the altercation continued and one of the men stabbed the other with a knife, police said. A witness reported the victim had started the fight by attempting to punch the suspect. Officers detained the suspect and recovered a knife from the suspect’s vehicle. Complete article
Police seek man who allegedly pointed knife at Missouri Walmart employee 06/14/2021
Eureka Police are seeking a man who allegedly pointed a knife at a Walmart loss prevention employee. The employee said he was following the man around the store because he appeared to be shoplifting, Eureka Police Lt. Michael Werges said.
The incident happened at about 3 p.m. May 14 at the Eureka Walmart, 131 Eureka Towne Center Drive. As the employee followed the suspect, he turned around, pointed the knife at the employee and told him to stop following him, police reported.
After that, the loss prevention officer returned to his office and watched the suspect leave the store through the market doors. The store is being remodeled so employees could not get video or photos of the suspect, who was white and appeared to be in his 20s or 30s, Werges said. Complete article
Eureka Police are seeking a man who allegedly pointed a knife at a Walmart loss prevention employee. The employee said he was following the man around the store because he appeared to be shoplifting, Eureka Police Lt. Michael Werges said.
The incident happened at about 3 p.m. May 14 at the Eureka Walmart, 131 Eureka Towne Center Drive. As the employee followed the suspect, he turned around, pointed the knife at the employee and told him to stop following him, police reported.
After that, the loss prevention officer returned to his office and watched the suspect leave the store through the market doors. The store is being remodeled so employees could not get video or photos of the suspect, who was white and appeared to be in his 20s or 30s, Werges said. Complete article
Police: Officer injured when attacked inside Pa. Walmart Supercenter 06/14/2021
WILKES-BARRE TWP. — A township police officer sustained injuries to his hands and back when he was attacked by a man detained on allegations he stole items from Walmart Supercenter on Friday.
Diontae Rahjeeb Atkins, 21, of North Empire Court, Sherman Hills, Wilkes-Barre, bull rushed the police sergeant who was pushed into a filing cabinet inside the store’s security office, according to court records.
The officer suffered abrasions to both hands and numbness to his lower back and was treated at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Plains Township.
Atkins was charged with aggravated assault, simple assault, retail theft and two counts of resisting arrest. He was jailed at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility for lack of $35,000 bail. Complete article
WILKES-BARRE TWP. — A township police officer sustained injuries to his hands and back when he was attacked by a man detained on allegations he stole items from Walmart Supercenter on Friday.
Diontae Rahjeeb Atkins, 21, of North Empire Court, Sherman Hills, Wilkes-Barre, bull rushed the police sergeant who was pushed into a filing cabinet inside the store’s security office, according to court records.
The officer suffered abrasions to both hands and numbness to his lower back and was treated at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Plains Township.
Atkins was charged with aggravated assault, simple assault, retail theft and two counts of resisting arrest. He was jailed at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility for lack of $35,000 bail. Complete article
Deputies: Search underway for man who punched a Polk co. Fla. Walmart employee 06/14/2021
POLK COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) – The Polk County Sheriff’s Office needs your help to identify a man who battered a Walmart employee.
Deputies say on June 2, an unknown Black man entered the Walmart around 4:30 p.m. in Mulberry at 6745 North Church Avenue and began punching one of the store employees several times.
Anyone with information is asked to call 1-800-226 TIPS (8477). Complete article
POLK COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) – The Polk County Sheriff’s Office needs your help to identify a man who battered a Walmart employee.
Deputies say on June 2, an unknown Black man entered the Walmart around 4:30 p.m. in Mulberry at 6745 North Church Avenue and began punching one of the store employees several times.
Anyone with information is asked to call 1-800-226 TIPS (8477). Complete article
County fire department investigates Walmart blaze in east Las Vegas Nevada 06/14/2021
A fire was reported at a Walmart in east Las Vegas on Monday afternoon, and officials believe it may be linked to “other fires” at Walmart locations in the Las Vegas valley.
The Clark County Fire Department initiated a “high level response” to the Walmart on Boulder Highway after a report of a fire at about 4:35 p.m., Deputy Fire Chief Warren Whitney wrote in an email Monday. The store is located at 5198 Boulder Highway, according to dispatch records.
The store’s fire suppression system prevented the spread of the fire until crews arrived at the scene, Whitney said, noting that 57 personnel responded. There were no reported injuries. ......
The April fire caused an estimated $200,000 in damage, mostly because of smoke damaging items in the store. Complete article
Suspect arrested in string of Walmart arson fires 06/15/2021
A fire was reported at a Walmart in east Las Vegas on Monday afternoon, and officials believe it may be linked to “other fires” at Walmart locations in the Las Vegas valley.
The Clark County Fire Department initiated a “high level response” to the Walmart on Boulder Highway after a report of a fire at about 4:35 p.m., Deputy Fire Chief Warren Whitney wrote in an email Monday. The store is located at 5198 Boulder Highway, according to dispatch records.
The store’s fire suppression system prevented the spread of the fire until crews arrived at the scene, Whitney said, noting that 57 personnel responded. There were no reported injuries. ......
The April fire caused an estimated $200,000 in damage, mostly because of smoke damaging items in the store. Complete article
Suspect arrested in string of Walmart arson fires 06/15/2021
Store evacuated after cardboard catches fire outside Wenatchee Wash. Walmart 06/14/2021
The Wenatchee Walmart was evacuated Sunday evening and nearby Maiden Lane briefly shut down after cardboard in a recycling area outside the store caught fire.
Kay McKellar of Chelan County Fire District 1 said the cardboard recycling area is about 50 feet from the Garden Center side of the store.
The cardboard fire also ignited a nearby tree but did not damage the store, she said. Complete article
The Wenatchee Walmart was evacuated Sunday evening and nearby Maiden Lane briefly shut down after cardboard in a recycling area outside the store caught fire.
Kay McKellar of Chelan County Fire District 1 said the cardboard recycling area is about 50 feet from the Garden Center side of the store.
The cardboard fire also ignited a nearby tree but did not damage the store, she said. Complete article
Nashville Tenn. Police Officer accused of shoplifting $472 worth of merchandise from Walmart 06/15/2021
Metro Nashville Police Officer Citlaly Gomez was booked into the Metro Nashville Jail this week after police say piled merchandise inside a large tote in a shopping cart at Walmart, self-scanned a few items outside the tote and paid for those, but attempted to push the $472 in hidden merchandise out the door.
According to court documents, the theft occurred on 06/10 at the Walmart located at 4040 Nolensville Pike. Officers allege she entered the store at 7:27 p.m., placed a large tote inside a shopping cart, and continued to fill it with merchandise from throughout the store. A the self-checkout she scanned a few items and paid for them and proceeded past the final point of sale without attempting to pay for the items. A door greeter asked to verify her receipt as she exited, and opened the tote to find $472.93 worth of unpaid merchandise inside.
Police arrived at the store at 8:20 p.m. and interviewed Gomez, who they said became increasingly impatient and “demanded multiple concessions” as she attempted to “hurry along” with the investigation. Police were initially going to issue her a citation, however, they determined her to be “under the influence of an inhibiting substance”, and would “lack the ability to safely make her way home” if cited. Officer noted she used a wall to support herself, spoke in a slow and slurred manner with varied cognition, and had glassy eyes as justification for the additional public intoxication charge. She eventually admitted to taking a prescription medication for an undetermined ailment. Complete article
Metro Nashville Police Officer Citlaly Gomez was booked into the Metro Nashville Jail this week after police say piled merchandise inside a large tote in a shopping cart at Walmart, self-scanned a few items outside the tote and paid for those, but attempted to push the $472 in hidden merchandise out the door.
According to court documents, the theft occurred on 06/10 at the Walmart located at 4040 Nolensville Pike. Officers allege she entered the store at 7:27 p.m., placed a large tote inside a shopping cart, and continued to fill it with merchandise from throughout the store. A the self-checkout she scanned a few items and paid for them and proceeded past the final point of sale without attempting to pay for the items. A door greeter asked to verify her receipt as she exited, and opened the tote to find $472.93 worth of unpaid merchandise inside.
Police arrived at the store at 8:20 p.m. and interviewed Gomez, who they said became increasingly impatient and “demanded multiple concessions” as she attempted to “hurry along” with the investigation. Police were initially going to issue her a citation, however, they determined her to be “under the influence of an inhibiting substance”, and would “lack the ability to safely make her way home” if cited. Officer noted she used a wall to support herself, spoke in a slow and slurred manner with varied cognition, and had glassy eyes as justification for the additional public intoxication charge. She eventually admitted to taking a prescription medication for an undetermined ailment. Complete article
Trial set in Ariz. Walmart shooting death last May 06/14/2021
Walmart Runs Hot Car Warnings After PETA Campaign 06/14/2021
Two Juvies Identified In May 3 Ill. Walmart Fire 06/15/2021
Valley man discovers dogs in trash bag by Ariz. Walmart dumpster 06/16/2021 MESA, AZ — Tired, hungry, and dehydrated. That is how Phillip Merrell describes three Chihuahua-Dachshund mix dogs he found tied up and inside a trash bag behind a Walmart store in Mesa earlier this week. Merrell, who works near Val Vista Drive and Southern Avenue, was near the dumpsters on Monday when he saw a trash bag move. He checked it out and found three dogs inside. He took the pups home to care for them until Todd Born, of Mangy Mutt Rescue, showed up to take them in.
Woman fights off attacker outside Laurinburg NC Walmart; Police say suspect still at large 06/17/2021
LAURINBURG, N.C. (WPDE) — A 39-year-old woman is ok after she fought off a man who attacked her Wednesday night in her car at the Walmart on Highway 401 South in Laurinburg, according to Captain Chris Young with Laurinburg police.
Young said the woman “advised that after she returned to her vehicle from inside of Walmart, a male entered her vehicle and began assaulting her and her juvenile son and demanded money and valuables.“
He added she defended herself and her son. At that point, the man left. Complete article
LAURINBURG, N.C. (WPDE) — A 39-year-old woman is ok after she fought off a man who attacked her Wednesday night in her car at the Walmart on Highway 401 South in Laurinburg, according to Captain Chris Young with Laurinburg police.
Young said the woman “advised that after she returned to her vehicle from inside of Walmart, a male entered her vehicle and began assaulting her and her juvenile son and demanded money and valuables.“
He added she defended herself and her son. At that point, the man left. Complete article
Naked woman accused of causing disturbance with ax at Knoxville Tenn. Walmart 06/17/2021
Walmart employees estimated more than $500 worth of property was vandalized by Brown, police reports stated.
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Officials with the Knoxville Police Department said a woman was arrested after vandalizing property at a Knoxville Walmart.
According to KPD, officers responded to reports of vandalism at the Walmart on the 8400 block of Walbrook Drive. According to dispatch, the caller said a partially naked woman was allegedly vandalizing Walmart property, throwing items at employees and defecating on herself.
While officers were en route to the Walmart, they received a call that the suspect, identified as Nashea Brown, 35, was reportedly attempting to get an ax out of its packaging. Complete article
Walmart employees estimated more than $500 worth of property was vandalized by Brown, police reports stated.
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Officials with the Knoxville Police Department said a woman was arrested after vandalizing property at a Knoxville Walmart.
According to KPD, officers responded to reports of vandalism at the Walmart on the 8400 block of Walbrook Drive. According to dispatch, the caller said a partially naked woman was allegedly vandalizing Walmart property, throwing items at employees and defecating on herself.
While officers were en route to the Walmart, they received a call that the suspect, identified as Nashea Brown, 35, was reportedly attempting to get an ax out of its packaging. Complete article
Man charged with exposing himself at NC Walmart, leading police on chase 06/17/2021
A Canton man is behind bars after allegedly exposing himself to two women in the Walmart parking lot and then leading police on a chase.
Mark Newlyn Patterson, 59, was arrested June 11 after allegedly committing the offenses the day prior.
According to court documents, Patterson exposed himself to the women, and when police attempted to stop his vehicle on I-40, he fled at a speed “in excess of 15 miles per hour over the legal speed limit” and was “driving recklessly.” Complete article
A Canton man is behind bars after allegedly exposing himself to two women in the Walmart parking lot and then leading police on a chase.
Mark Newlyn Patterson, 59, was arrested June 11 after allegedly committing the offenses the day prior.
According to court documents, Patterson exposed himself to the women, and when police attempted to stop his vehicle on I-40, he fled at a speed “in excess of 15 miles per hour over the legal speed limit” and was “driving recklessly.” Complete article
Ga. Walmart purse snatching lands three in jail 06/16/2021
Three individuals were arrested Tuesday evening following a purse snatching incident at the Calhoun Walmart, 450 W. Belmont Drive.
According to Calhoun Police Department reports:
Calhoun police were called to Walmart around 3:40 p.m. Tuesday after a woman said her backpack purse was taken from a shopping cart while she was loading groceries into her car in the parking lot.
The woman told police that after the robbery, her debit card had been used at the nearby Kroger store before she was able to cancel it. Also in the purse were house and car keys, a smart phone, as well as identification and social security cards. Complete article
Three individuals were arrested Tuesday evening following a purse snatching incident at the Calhoun Walmart, 450 W. Belmont Drive.
According to Calhoun Police Department reports:
Calhoun police were called to Walmart around 3:40 p.m. Tuesday after a woman said her backpack purse was taken from a shopping cart while she was loading groceries into her car in the parking lot.
The woman told police that after the robbery, her debit card had been used at the nearby Kroger store before she was able to cancel it. Also in the purse were house and car keys, a smart phone, as well as identification and social security cards. Complete article
Accused Wash. Walmart burglar allegedly pried open doors 06/16/2021
A woman allegedly broke into a closed Walmart and attempted to exit with a cart full of merchandise before being stopped by two Tumwater police officers last Thursday.
Walmart employees were uncertain how Andriece Riggins, 28, of Lacey, allegedly entered the store as even TPD officers who responded to the dispatch call were locked outside with seven customers who were waiting for the store to open at 5:46 a.m. on June 10.
A witness would later confirm that Riggins paced for 10 minutes outside the store at 5:25 a.m., then pried open the closed Walmart doors with her hands and illegally entered the business.
When police officers entered, they witnessed Riggins with merchandise in her hands, advised her to stop while she ignored and attempted to push herself past both officers, and actively resisted arrest. Complete article
A woman allegedly broke into a closed Walmart and attempted to exit with a cart full of merchandise before being stopped by two Tumwater police officers last Thursday.
Walmart employees were uncertain how Andriece Riggins, 28, of Lacey, allegedly entered the store as even TPD officers who responded to the dispatch call were locked outside with seven customers who were waiting for the store to open at 5:46 a.m. on June 10.
A witness would later confirm that Riggins paced for 10 minutes outside the store at 5:25 a.m., then pried open the closed Walmart doors with her hands and illegally entered the business.
When police officers entered, they witnessed Riggins with merchandise in her hands, advised her to stop while she ignored and attempted to push herself past both officers, and actively resisted arrest. Complete article
Walmart to pay out over sexual harassment case at Geneva NY store 06/17/2021
GENEVA — Walmart has settled a sexual harassment case at its Geneva store after the Equal Opportunity Commission accused the company of allowing a male associate to sexually harass female co-workers for years with management taking no action to stop it. The woman ultimately resigned from her job.
Walmart Stores East LP will pay $410,000 and provide workplace anti-sex bias training to settle the EEOC suit, filed in September 2019.
The EEOC said a three-year consent decree settling the suit, entered by U.S. District Judge Charles Siragusa, provides for $175,000 in monetary damages for a woman who was forced to resign and $235,000 for a class of victims. The decree orders Walmart to prevent hostile work environments based on sex. And it requires training for employees at Walmart’s Geneva store “to prevent future harassment and to ensure that workers understand their right to be free from sexual harassment on the job, and also requires targeted one-on-one training for the supervisor who had been the Geneva store manager at the time. The decree further requires Walmart to provide periodic reports to the EEOC regarding any future allegations of sexual harassment.” Complete article
GENEVA — Walmart has settled a sexual harassment case at its Geneva store after the Equal Opportunity Commission accused the company of allowing a male associate to sexually harass female co-workers for years with management taking no action to stop it. The woman ultimately resigned from her job.
Walmart Stores East LP will pay $410,000 and provide workplace anti-sex bias training to settle the EEOC suit, filed in September 2019.
The EEOC said a three-year consent decree settling the suit, entered by U.S. District Judge Charles Siragusa, provides for $175,000 in monetary damages for a woman who was forced to resign and $235,000 for a class of victims. The decree orders Walmart to prevent hostile work environments based on sex. And it requires training for employees at Walmart’s Geneva store “to prevent future harassment and to ensure that workers understand their right to be free from sexual harassment on the job, and also requires targeted one-on-one training for the supervisor who had been the Geneva store manager at the time. The decree further requires Walmart to provide periodic reports to the EEOC regarding any future allegations of sexual harassment.” Complete article
Walmart Invests in Drone Company 06/17/2021
Walmart Inc. announced Thursday that it has invested in DroneUp, a nationwide drone services provider it partnered with last year, but did not disclose the investment amount.
DroneUp of Virginia Beach, Virginia, is the third drone company the Bentonville retailer has partnered with over the past two years. In September, the companies announced a pilot program to deliver at-home COVID-19 self-collection kits.
“The trial demonstrated we could offer customers delivery in minutes versus hours,” John Furner, CEO and president of Walmart U.S., said in a Thursday blog post announcing the investment. “Now, after safely completing hundreds of drone deliveries from Walmart stores, we’re making an investment in DroneUp to continue our work toward developing a scalable last-mile delivery solution.” Complete article
Walmart Inc. announced Thursday that it has invested in DroneUp, a nationwide drone services provider it partnered with last year, but did not disclose the investment amount.
DroneUp of Virginia Beach, Virginia, is the third drone company the Bentonville retailer has partnered with over the past two years. In September, the companies announced a pilot program to deliver at-home COVID-19 self-collection kits.
“The trial demonstrated we could offer customers delivery in minutes versus hours,” John Furner, CEO and president of Walmart U.S., said in a Thursday blog post announcing the investment. “Now, after safely completing hundreds of drone deliveries from Walmart stores, we’re making an investment in DroneUp to continue our work toward developing a scalable last-mile delivery solution.” Complete article
Pier Park Fla. Walmart evacuated over “hoax” phone call threat, officials say 06/16/2021
Woman sought in Walmart theft probe in Okeechobee Fla. 06/17/2021
Gaylord Mich. Walmart evacuated after bomb threat call 06/17/2021
The Walmart ‘Discount Code’ TikTok Trick Is a Hoax 06/16/2021
Chicago man to serve 4 years in April 2020 Ind. Walmart shooting 06/16/2021
Woman's Body Found Outside NY Walmart In Area 06/17/2021
A woman's body who was found dead outside a Walmart in the area is being investigated as an "unattended death."
The woman's body was found outside of the Dutchess County Walmart location, in Fishkill, on Wednesday, June 16, said State Police Trooper AJ Hicks.
State police would only confirm the death and said it was under investigation. No foul play is suspected. Complete article
A woman's body who was found dead outside a Walmart in the area is being investigated as an "unattended death."
The woman's body was found outside of the Dutchess County Walmart location, in Fishkill, on Wednesday, June 16, said State Police Trooper AJ Hicks.
State police would only confirm the death and said it was under investigation. No foul play is suspected. Complete article
PA man arrested after attempted carjacking with a paintball gun at Mansfield Walmart 06/18/2021
MANSFIELD, Pa. (WETM) – Pennsylvania State Police have arrested one man after an attempted carjacking in the Mansfield Walmart parking lot involving a paintball gun.
According to State Police, on May 26 Maher Omar Brown approached a woman next to her vehicle and allegedly told her that he needed her car keys. The victim told State Police that Brown told her “if you don’t give me your keys I am going to have to shoot you” and that after she refused he said “I’m going to have to shoot you.”
Brown then told the victim he was having a hard time and walked away without taking the car.
Brown was located by State Police sitting on a handicapped scooter inside the Walmart with a backpack filled with paintballs. Brown told State Police he needed a ride to Williamsport but everyone was telling him no, leading to him buying the paintball gun at Walmart. Brown then stated he put the paintball gun in his waistband and followed the woman to her car. Complete article
MANSFIELD, Pa. (WETM) – Pennsylvania State Police have arrested one man after an attempted carjacking in the Mansfield Walmart parking lot involving a paintball gun.
According to State Police, on May 26 Maher Omar Brown approached a woman next to her vehicle and allegedly told her that he needed her car keys. The victim told State Police that Brown told her “if you don’t give me your keys I am going to have to shoot you” and that after she refused he said “I’m going to have to shoot you.”
Brown then told the victim he was having a hard time and walked away without taking the car.
Brown was located by State Police sitting on a handicapped scooter inside the Walmart with a backpack filled with paintballs. Brown told State Police he needed a ride to Williamsport but everyone was telling him no, leading to him buying the paintball gun at Walmart. Brown then stated he put the paintball gun in his waistband and followed the woman to her car. Complete article
Police looking for men involved in Tx. Walmart theft 06/17/2021
2nd San Leandro Ca. officer involved in death of Black man at Walmart, in April 2020, sent for retraining 06/17/2021
Walmart employee debunks longstanding 'myth' about the store: 'It's totally fake' 06/18/2021
Canton Mississippi police receive prank call about an active shooter, bomb threat at Walmart 06/17/2021 "We do not have an active shooter at Walmart, nor do we have a bomb threat," he said.
Man arrested after trying to shoplift whiskey & clothes from Nebraska Walmart 06/18/2021
Deadly crash shuts down main entrance to Pensacola Fla. Walmart 06/18/2021
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WEAR) — Pensacola Police are investigating a deadly crash at a Walmart on Creighton Rd.
It happened at the main entrance around 6:00 p.m. Friday.
Police say they found someone dead once they arrived on scene. Complete article
Pensacola Police identify man who died in a crash at Walmart 06/20/2021
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WEAR) — Pensacola Police are investigating a deadly crash at a Walmart on Creighton Rd.
It happened at the main entrance around 6:00 p.m. Friday.
Police say they found someone dead once they arrived on scene. Complete article
Pensacola Police identify man who died in a crash at Walmart 06/20/2021
Woman fights off attacker outside Laurinburg NC Walmart; Police say suspect still at large 06/17/2021
LAURINBURG, N.C. (WPDE) — A 39-year-old woman is ok after she fought off a man who attacked her Wednesday night in her car at the Walmart on Highway 401 South in Laurinburg, according to Captain Chris Young with Laurinburg police.
Young said the woman “advised that after she returned to her vehicle from inside of Walmart, a male entered her vehicle and began assaulting her and her juvenile son and demanded money and valuables.“
He added she defended herself and her son. At that point, the man left. Complete article
LAURINBURG, N.C. (WPDE) — A 39-year-old woman is ok after she fought off a man who attacked her Wednesday night in her car at the Walmart on Highway 401 South in Laurinburg, according to Captain Chris Young with Laurinburg police.
Young said the woman “advised that after she returned to her vehicle from inside of Walmart, a male entered her vehicle and began assaulting her and her juvenile son and demanded money and valuables.“
He added she defended herself and her son. At that point, the man left. Complete article
Walmart 'Karen' Tells Boy 'Get Out My Store' After Accusing Him of Stealing 06/18/2021
A Walmart customer has shared the moment a "Karen" worker ordered him to leave the store, after accusing him of shoplifting while trying a shirt on.
TikTok user @uglahnose posted the clip 14 hours ago, and it has gained over 2 million views.
"I was trying a shirt on at Walmart and Karen thought I was stealing," he wrote on screen.
In the video, the boy can be seen trying on a shirt in the clothing section, filming himself to see what it looked like.
"Take that shirt off and put your shirt back on and get steppin'," said a woman as she approached the customer.
Clearly confused by the order, the boy looked over at her. "That's a nice shirt. Take it off, put your shirt back on and get out of my store," she continued.
"What are you talking about? I'm not even trying to steal, I'm just trying it on," he responded. Complete article
A Walmart customer has shared the moment a "Karen" worker ordered him to leave the store, after accusing him of shoplifting while trying a shirt on.
TikTok user @uglahnose posted the clip 14 hours ago, and it has gained over 2 million views.
"I was trying a shirt on at Walmart and Karen thought I was stealing," he wrote on screen.
In the video, the boy can be seen trying on a shirt in the clothing section, filming himself to see what it looked like.
"Take that shirt off and put your shirt back on and get steppin'," said a woman as she approached the customer.
Clearly confused by the order, the boy looked over at her. "That's a nice shirt. Take it off, put your shirt back on and get out of my store," she continued.
"What are you talking about? I'm not even trying to steal, I'm just trying it on," he responded. Complete article
Cashiers Appear To Be Disappearing at Walmart Across New York 06/14/2021
Residents are complaining they can't find a cashier to help checkout at Walmart.
A Facebook post in the Dutchess County Moms Facebook page claimed there wasn't a single cashier working at the Fishkill Walmart Wednesday night. If a customer wanted to checkout, they would have to use the self-checkout line.
"I noticed half the store is self-checkout now." the post states. "One of the help said 'no one wants to work.'"
It's unclear why cashiers appear to be disappearing at some local Walmarts. Some commentators said it could be due to the pandemic, wages or call-outs.
Other Hudson Valley residents tell us they have recently noticed little to no cashiers working at other Walmarts in the region. Walmart has locations in Newburgh, Monroe, Middletown, Mohegan Lake, Suffern and Naponoch. Complete article
Where have all the Tx. Walmart cashiers gone? 06/22/2021
Residents are complaining they can't find a cashier to help checkout at Walmart.
A Facebook post in the Dutchess County Moms Facebook page claimed there wasn't a single cashier working at the Fishkill Walmart Wednesday night. If a customer wanted to checkout, they would have to use the self-checkout line.
"I noticed half the store is self-checkout now." the post states. "One of the help said 'no one wants to work.'"
It's unclear why cashiers appear to be disappearing at some local Walmarts. Some commentators said it could be due to the pandemic, wages or call-outs.
Other Hudson Valley residents tell us they have recently noticed little to no cashiers working at other Walmarts in the region. Walmart has locations in Newburgh, Monroe, Middletown, Mohegan Lake, Suffern and Naponoch. Complete article
Where have all the Tx. Walmart cashiers gone? 06/22/2021
Mexico Walmart not Allowing Grocery Baggers Over 60 to Return to Work 06/18/2021
The decades-old practice of allowing elderly people in Mexico to earn wages as grocery store baggers has come to an end, according to Walmart de Mexico, the country's largest retailer.
Walmart de Mexico announced in a statement that the coronavirus pandemic and changing consumer habits have forced the chain to do away with grocery baggers over 60. They were expected to return to stores last month amid easing COVID-19 restrictions, but the retailer said in a statement that those plans have been scrapped, the Associated Press reported.
Walmart de Mexico said Mexico City's ban on plastic bags and the pandemic meant customers no longer want other people touching their groceries. Complete article
The decades-old practice of allowing elderly people in Mexico to earn wages as grocery store baggers has come to an end, according to Walmart de Mexico, the country's largest retailer.
Walmart de Mexico announced in a statement that the coronavirus pandemic and changing consumer habits have forced the chain to do away with grocery baggers over 60. They were expected to return to stores last month amid easing COVID-19 restrictions, but the retailer said in a statement that those plans have been scrapped, the Associated Press reported.
Walmart de Mexico said Mexico City's ban on plastic bags and the pandemic meant customers no longer want other people touching their groceries. Complete article
Walmart loses attempt to slash property tax assessment by 60% in Adams County Colorado 06/18/2021
The Court of Appeals has rejected an attempt by Walmart to slash the tax valuation of its equipment by 60% for three Adams County stores, as a panel of judges on Thursday determined the county assessor had acted correctly in concluding the big box company was not facing a "retail apocalypse."
Walmart based its appeal on the idea that increased online commerce is forcing traditional stores to close down, saturating the market with secondhand store property — shelving, display racks, tools, forklifts, refrigeration units and the like. These items, known as business personal property, therefore face "economic obsolescence" in addition to physical wear and tear, given that a glut in the aftermarket lowers its price.
"With the surge of e-commerce, traditional brick-and-mortar retailers are struggling to stay alive," Brian Huebsch, an attorney for Walmart, argued in court filings. "Commentators identify this as the 'Retail Apocalypse.'" Complete article
The Court of Appeals has rejected an attempt by Walmart to slash the tax valuation of its equipment by 60% for three Adams County stores, as a panel of judges on Thursday determined the county assessor had acted correctly in concluding the big box company was not facing a "retail apocalypse."
Walmart based its appeal on the idea that increased online commerce is forcing traditional stores to close down, saturating the market with secondhand store property — shelving, display racks, tools, forklifts, refrigeration units and the like. These items, known as business personal property, therefore face "economic obsolescence" in addition to physical wear and tear, given that a glut in the aftermarket lowers its price.
"With the surge of e-commerce, traditional brick-and-mortar retailers are struggling to stay alive," Brian Huebsch, an attorney for Walmart, argued in court filings. "Commentators identify this as the 'Retail Apocalypse.'" Complete article
Walmart CEO may face deposition in opioid epidemic lawsuit 06/19/2021
Walmart CEO Doug McMillon may face deposition as part of the discovery phase of a multi-state lawsuit targeting the manufacturers and distributors of pharmaceutical opioids.
The suit, brought by several thousand U.S. tribal plaintiffs, is meant to target the alleged facilitation of the ongoing opioid addiction crisis that has gripped much of American for years.
Walmart—which operates thousands of pharmacies nationwide—is named in the suit. The company had argued that the request for McMillon’s deposition was "harassing on its face" and should be dismissed.
But Special Master David Cohen, appointed by the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, Eastern District, said McMillon may have "personal knowledge of and involvement in" the matters related to the suit, and that the plaintiffs could depose him as part of their discovery process. Complete article
Walmart CEO Doug McMillon may face deposition as part of the discovery phase of a multi-state lawsuit targeting the manufacturers and distributors of pharmaceutical opioids.
The suit, brought by several thousand U.S. tribal plaintiffs, is meant to target the alleged facilitation of the ongoing opioid addiction crisis that has gripped much of American for years.
Walmart—which operates thousands of pharmacies nationwide—is named in the suit. The company had argued that the request for McMillon’s deposition was "harassing on its face" and should be dismissed.
But Special Master David Cohen, appointed by the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, Eastern District, said McMillon may have "personal knowledge of and involvement in" the matters related to the suit, and that the plaintiffs could depose him as part of their discovery process. Complete article
Amazon will overtake Walmart as the largest U.S. retailer in 2022, JPMorgan predicts 06/11/2021
Amazon is on track to overtake Walmart as the largest U.S. retailer in 2022, according to JPMorgan research released Friday.
Amazon’s U.S. retail business is the “fastest growing at scale,” according to the company’s analysts. Between 2014 and 2020, Amazon’s U.S. gross merchandise volume, or GMV — a closely watched industry metric used to measure the total value of goods sold over a certain time period — has grown “significantly faster” than both U.S. adjusted retail sales and U.S. e-commerce, the analysts said.
Neither Amazon nor Walmart break out GMV in their quarterly earnings results, but JPMorgan estimates Amazon’s GMV is growing faster than its largest retail competitor. JPMorgan analysts said Amazon’s GMV in 2020 climbed 41% year over year to $316 billion, while Walmart’s GMV is estimated to have grown 10% year over year to $439 billion in 2020. Complete article
Amazon is on track to overtake Walmart as the largest U.S. retailer in 2022, according to JPMorgan research released Friday.
Amazon’s U.S. retail business is the “fastest growing at scale,” according to the company’s analysts. Between 2014 and 2020, Amazon’s U.S. gross merchandise volume, or GMV — a closely watched industry metric used to measure the total value of goods sold over a certain time period — has grown “significantly faster” than both U.S. adjusted retail sales and U.S. e-commerce, the analysts said.
Neither Amazon nor Walmart break out GMV in their quarterly earnings results, but JPMorgan estimates Amazon’s GMV is growing faster than its largest retail competitor. JPMorgan analysts said Amazon’s GMV in 2020 climbed 41% year over year to $316 billion, while Walmart’s GMV is estimated to have grown 10% year over year to $439 billion in 2020. Complete article
Onamia man sentenced for theft from Minn. Walmart 06/18/2021
Two men wanted in Perry, steal cellphones from Ga. Walmart while wearing employee vest 06/18/2021
Police: Saratoga Springs woman tried to shoplift clothing at NY Walmart 06/18/2021
Troopers seek woman in NY Walmart incident 06/19/2021
Walmart Security Cameras on Shelves Are ‘Fake,’ TikTok Videos Claim 06/17/2021
Wisc. Walmart steak, crab legs theft; Kenosha man charged 06/18/2021
Hundreds of dollars in groceries stolen from Mich. Walmart 06/20/2021
Dog Found in Bad Shape Behind Conn. Walmart in Branford 06/19/2021
Man Wanted for Theft by Shoplifting at Ga. Walmart Supercenter on Wrightsboro Road 06/21/2021
Police: Suspect needs identified following theft at Dubuque Iowa Walmart 06/18/2021
Mich. man caught trying to steal $2k in items from Blair County Pa. Walmart 06/21/2021
Man arrested for shooting towards Walmart truck as employees unloaded it 06/23/2021
FRANKLIN, N.C. (WLOS) — Franklin Police Department have taken a man into custody after he fired rounds from a hunting rifle at a Walmart truck being unloaded by employees Wednesday, June 23, at around 12:15 a.m.
Phillip Lawrence Buchanan, 58, was arrested just after midnight Wednesday and is being held in the Macon County Detention Center on a $5,000 secured bond.
Franklin officers and deputies were dispatched to the back of the Walmart, located at 273 Commons Drive in Franklin, just after midnight Wednesday, where an active shooter incident was unfolding.
As Franklin officers and Macon County Sheriff's deputies responded to the scene, the suspect fled and a vehicle chase ensued. Macon County deputies were able to stage and deploy stop sticks which were engaged by the suspect's vehicle and caused it to stop. Complete article
FRANKLIN, N.C. (WLOS) — Franklin Police Department have taken a man into custody after he fired rounds from a hunting rifle at a Walmart truck being unloaded by employees Wednesday, June 23, at around 12:15 a.m.
Phillip Lawrence Buchanan, 58, was arrested just after midnight Wednesday and is being held in the Macon County Detention Center on a $5,000 secured bond.
Franklin officers and deputies were dispatched to the back of the Walmart, located at 273 Commons Drive in Franklin, just after midnight Wednesday, where an active shooter incident was unfolding.
As Franklin officers and Macon County Sheriff's deputies responded to the scene, the suspect fled and a vehicle chase ensued. Macon County deputies were able to stage and deploy stop sticks which were engaged by the suspect's vehicle and caused it to stop. Complete article
80-year-old woman stabbed during carjacking attempt in Bessemer Alabama Walmart parking lot 06/23/2021
An 80-year-old woman was stabbed during a carjacking attempt outside the Bessemer Walmart, and a suspect is now in custody.
The incident happened at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday outside the Academy Drive store. The victim was stabbed in the leg and arm.
“The victim courageously stood her ground and did not give in to the suspect’s demands to give up her purse,’' said Lt. Christian Clemons.
Officers launched a search for the suspect based on a description from the victim and security camera footage. He was arrested nearby. Complete article
An 80-year-old woman was stabbed during a carjacking attempt outside the Bessemer Walmart, and a suspect is now in custody.
The incident happened at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday outside the Academy Drive store. The victim was stabbed in the leg and arm.
“The victim courageously stood her ground and did not give in to the suspect’s demands to give up her purse,’' said Lt. Christian Clemons.
Officers launched a search for the suspect based on a description from the victim and security camera footage. He was arrested nearby. Complete article
Newark woman accused of stealing over $600 worth of merchandise from NY Walmart 06/20/2021
Troopers seek woman in NY Walmart incident 06/19/2021
Shoplifting at Mich. Walmart sends Ball to prison 06/22/2021
UPDATE: No bomb found at Ca. Walmart store, BPD says 06/22/2021
Lexington SC investigators looking for men who used fraudulent card at Walmart 06/21/2021
Police: Man steals wallet from vehicle, charges $800 at Murfreesboro Tenn. Walmart 06/22/2021
Man shot in Milwaukee Wisc. Walmart parking lot 06/23/2021
MILWAUKEE — A 23-year-old man was shot Wednesday afternoon in the parking lot at the Walmart at 103rd Street and Silver Spring Drive in Milwaukee.
Police said the victim exchanged gunfire with another person during an argument at about 12:30 p.m.
The victim was taken to an area hospital and is expected to survive.
Video from the scene showed yellow crime scene tape and 27 evidence markers around several parking places.
A yellow tarp was covering blood on the ground, but the medical examiner was not called to the scene. Complete article
MILWAUKEE — A 23-year-old man was shot Wednesday afternoon in the parking lot at the Walmart at 103rd Street and Silver Spring Drive in Milwaukee.
Police said the victim exchanged gunfire with another person during an argument at about 12:30 p.m.
The victim was taken to an area hospital and is expected to survive.
Video from the scene showed yellow crime scene tape and 27 evidence markers around several parking places.
A yellow tarp was covering blood on the ground, but the medical examiner was not called to the scene. Complete article
Police investigating after shot fired inside Nashville Tenn. Walmart 06/23/2021
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — A gun was fired inside of the Walmart on the 7000 block of Charlotte Pike Wednesday night, according to Metro Nashville Police.
Police officials say the shooter fired the shot after he and another person got into an argument. There was no indication anyone was hit. Officers say they didn't find any blood inside.
They will be going through multiple camera angles to piece together exactly what happened. Complete article
Crime briefs: Police seek help identifying man who fired shot in Walmart 06/25/2021
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — A gun was fired inside of the Walmart on the 7000 block of Charlotte Pike Wednesday night, according to Metro Nashville Police.
Police officials say the shooter fired the shot after he and another person got into an argument. There was no indication anyone was hit. Officers say they didn't find any blood inside.
They will be going through multiple camera angles to piece together exactly what happened. Complete article
Crime briefs: Police seek help identifying man who fired shot in Walmart 06/25/2021
Women accused of stealing over $100K from Walmart stores in multiple states 06/23/2021
MESA, AZ (3TV/CBS 5) -- Two women have been arrested by Mesa police after they allegedly stole from Walmart stores across five Western states. Mary Garcia, 47, and Melinda Rodriguez, 38, were arrested on June 17.
In March, Walmart Loss Prevention noticed multiple suspicious transactions involving the in-store scanning app. Garcia and Rodriguez would scan the merchandise with a smartphone to use the quick pay option at checkout, but bypassed the payment and walked out with the items. The app made it look like the two women were paying for the items.
Garcia and Rodriguez used this same tactic across Arizona, California, Utah, Colorado and Texas. Walmart Loss Prevention traced $72,000 stolen of goods back to Garcia in Maricopa County alone, and Rodriguez was responsible for $34,000 in stolen items. Complete article
MESA, AZ (3TV/CBS 5) -- Two women have been arrested by Mesa police after they allegedly stole from Walmart stores across five Western states. Mary Garcia, 47, and Melinda Rodriguez, 38, were arrested on June 17.
In March, Walmart Loss Prevention noticed multiple suspicious transactions involving the in-store scanning app. Garcia and Rodriguez would scan the merchandise with a smartphone to use the quick pay option at checkout, but bypassed the payment and walked out with the items. The app made it look like the two women were paying for the items.
Garcia and Rodriguez used this same tactic across Arizona, California, Utah, Colorado and Texas. Walmart Loss Prevention traced $72,000 stolen of goods back to Garcia in Maricopa County alone, and Rodriguez was responsible for $34,000 in stolen items. Complete article
Emergency crews resuscitate, arrest man passed out behind wheel in Wisc. Walmart parking lot 06/23/2021
MADISON, Wis. — Madison police arrested a man Tuesday evening for a suspected OWI after officers found him passed out in the driver’s seat of a vehicle parked in a Walmart parking lot with the keys still in the ignition.
Authorities said multiple people reported a man unresponsive shortly after 5:30 p.m. One of the witnesses, suspecting a possible overdose, intervened and provided medical attention while medical and law enforcement crews were en route.
One witness told 911 dispatchers the man was in extreme medical distress, according to an incident report. Complete article
MADISON, Wis. — Madison police arrested a man Tuesday evening for a suspected OWI after officers found him passed out in the driver’s seat of a vehicle parked in a Walmart parking lot with the keys still in the ignition.
Authorities said multiple people reported a man unresponsive shortly after 5:30 p.m. One of the witnesses, suspecting a possible overdose, intervened and provided medical attention while medical and law enforcement crews were en route.
One witness told 911 dispatchers the man was in extreme medical distress, according to an incident report. Complete article
Horizon City man pleads guilty to gun crimes, admits making Tx. Walmart threats 06/22/2021
Man Walks Out Of Fla. Walmart With Several Items That Were Not Paid For 06/23/2021
WATCH: Man Who Intentionally Crashed into Tx. Walmart Gets No Jail Time 06/23/2021
SUSPECT INVOLVED IN THEFT AT WHITE TOWNSHIP PA. WALMART IDENTIFIED, CHARGED 06/23/2021
Murder suspect shot, killed by U.S. Marshals at North Carolina Walmart 06/24/2021
WHITEVILLE, N.C. (WNCN) – The U.S. Marshals Service shot and killed a murder suspect Thursday afternoon at a Walmart in North Carolina, officials said.
The U.S. Marshals Service Carolinas Regional Task Force was near the Walmart on Columbus Corners Drive in Whiteville as it attempted to apprehend a suspect on a first-degree murder warrant out of Pender County. The suspect produced a firearm and was then shot by Marshals, spokesperson Brian Alfano said.
No one with law enforcement was injured. Complete article
WHITEVILLE, N.C. (WNCN) – The U.S. Marshals Service shot and killed a murder suspect Thursday afternoon at a Walmart in North Carolina, officials said.
The U.S. Marshals Service Carolinas Regional Task Force was near the Walmart on Columbus Corners Drive in Whiteville as it attempted to apprehend a suspect on a first-degree murder warrant out of Pender County. The suspect produced a firearm and was then shot by Marshals, spokesperson Brian Alfano said.
No one with law enforcement was injured. Complete article
Two injured in gunfire after dispute outside DeKalb Ga. Walmart 06/24/2021
DeKalb County Police said it appears the fight was over a drug transaction gone wrong.
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — Officers responded to the scene of a shooting that blocked the parking lot of a Walmart in DeKalb County on Thursday afternoon.
According to a department spokesperson, two men got into a dispute and both pulled out guns firing at each other. Investigators believe the fight was over a drug transaction gone wrong. 11Alive SkyTracker flew over the scene where police tape could be seen, and several officers surrounded a silver car.
Both people were listed as stable, police said. Complete article
DeKalb County Police said it appears the fight was over a drug transaction gone wrong.
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — Officers responded to the scene of a shooting that blocked the parking lot of a Walmart in DeKalb County on Thursday afternoon.
According to a department spokesperson, two men got into a dispute and both pulled out guns firing at each other. Investigators believe the fight was over a drug transaction gone wrong. 11Alive SkyTracker flew over the scene where police tape could be seen, and several officers surrounded a silver car.
Both people were listed as stable, police said. Complete article
Silver Creek Man Accused of Threatening Woman With Crossbow in Wash. Walmart Parking Lot 06/25/2021
A Silver Creek man has been charged for allegedly threatening a victim with a crossbow in the Chehalis Walmart parking lot.
Chehalis Police Department officers responded to the Walmart in the Northwest 1600 block of Louisiana Avenue at 10:20 p.m. on June 19 and spoke to the victim, who reported that the defendant, 32-year-old Christopher D. McLeod, had gotten into her vehicle and threatened her with a crossbow after she reportedly refused to help him “collect taxes,” according to court documents.
McLeod had reportedly called the victim to ask for a ride, and when she picked him up, she noticed he had a backpack with him.
McLeod got in the vehicle but after the two got into an argument over the victim’s unwillingness to “drive McLeod around and help him ‘collect taxes,’” she asked him to exit the vehicle but he refused — allegedly removing a loaded crossbow from the backpack and pointing it at her. Complete article
A Silver Creek man has been charged for allegedly threatening a victim with a crossbow in the Chehalis Walmart parking lot.
Chehalis Police Department officers responded to the Walmart in the Northwest 1600 block of Louisiana Avenue at 10:20 p.m. on June 19 and spoke to the victim, who reported that the defendant, 32-year-old Christopher D. McLeod, had gotten into her vehicle and threatened her with a crossbow after she reportedly refused to help him “collect taxes,” according to court documents.
McLeod had reportedly called the victim to ask for a ride, and when she picked him up, she noticed he had a backpack with him.
McLeod got in the vehicle but after the two got into an argument over the victim’s unwillingness to “drive McLeod around and help him ‘collect taxes,’” she asked him to exit the vehicle but he refused — allegedly removing a loaded crossbow from the backpack and pointing it at her. Complete article
Police looking for man who blew white powder into people's faces at St. Charles Missouri Walmart 06/25/2021
ST CHARLES, Mo. — Police are looking for a man they said blew an irritant into people's faces while they shopped at a St. Charles Walmart.
In a Facebook post, police shared a photo of the man from Walmart security footage. In the post, they said he "assaulted several people at the Walmart in St. Charles by blowing an unknown white, powdery, irritating substance into their eyes."
The post also said another man was filming the assaults, which they said happened at around 9 p.m. June 16. Complete article
ST CHARLES, Mo. — Police are looking for a man they said blew an irritant into people's faces while they shopped at a St. Charles Walmart.
In a Facebook post, police shared a photo of the man from Walmart security footage. In the post, they said he "assaulted several people at the Walmart in St. Charles by blowing an unknown white, powdery, irritating substance into their eyes."
The post also said another man was filming the assaults, which they said happened at around 9 p.m. June 16. Complete article
Elderly man robbed during trip to Tx. Walmart, authorities looking for suspect 06/25/2021
Authorities in Bellmead are looking for a suspect in the robbery of a 70-year-old elderly man that was held at gunpoint in his car in a Walmart Supercenter parking lot just off I-35.
On Wednesday, June 23, at approximately 2:30 p.m. the victim loaded items he had just bought into his car, when the suspect got into the rear passengers side of his vehicle unnoticed.
Once the victim got in, the suspect held a weapon to his head and emptied his pockets while he had the victim drive around. The suspect eventually had the victim drop him off in the East Waco area, near Sherman St. and Calumet Ave. Complete article
Authorities in Bellmead are looking for a suspect in the robbery of a 70-year-old elderly man that was held at gunpoint in his car in a Walmart Supercenter parking lot just off I-35.
On Wednesday, June 23, at approximately 2:30 p.m. the victim loaded items he had just bought into his car, when the suspect got into the rear passengers side of his vehicle unnoticed.
Once the victim got in, the suspect held a weapon to his head and emptied his pockets while he had the victim drive around. The suspect eventually had the victim drop him off in the East Waco area, near Sherman St. and Calumet Ave. Complete article
Employee tackles deer in Baraboo Wisc. Walmart 06/24/2021
BARABOO (WKOW) - A Baraboo Walmart employee was able to tackle a deer that got into the store this week.
A 27 News viewer recorded a video in the store when it happened Wednesday. The video shows an employee on top of the deer, to keep it from moving through the store.
The witness said the deer got into the store somewhere in the back of the building. Complete article
BARABOO (WKOW) - A Baraboo Walmart employee was able to tackle a deer that got into the store this week.
A 27 News viewer recorded a video in the store when it happened Wednesday. The video shows an employee on top of the deer, to keep it from moving through the store.
The witness said the deer got into the store somewhere in the back of the building. Complete article
Parents Arrested After Police Find 3 Children Living Inside Vehicle Parked At Del City Okla. Walmart 06/24/2021
DEL CITY, Oklahoma - Del City police found children living in ‘deplorable conditions’ in a Walmart parking lot.
Officers said three children lived inside a truck in the store parking lot for three days. They found a 2-year-old, 14-year-old, and 17-year-old living in the car. Their parents were arrested and remain in jail.
Police said they found bags of clothes and trash outside the truck. Complete article
DEL CITY, Oklahoma - Del City police found children living in ‘deplorable conditions’ in a Walmart parking lot.
Officers said three children lived inside a truck in the store parking lot for three days. They found a 2-year-old, 14-year-old, and 17-year-old living in the car. Their parents were arrested and remain in jail.
Police said they found bags of clothes and trash outside the truck. Complete article
Tiffin Ohio Walmart employees, EMTs calmly de-escalate situation involving teen with special needs at store 06/26/2021
Tiffin, Ohio — The Tiffin Police Department gave a shoutout to the Tiffin Fire-Rescue Division and employees of Tiffin Walmart on Saturday after an incident with a special needs teenager.
Shortly after noon Saturday, officers and emergency medical personnel were dispatched to a report of a customer attacking other customers and employees at Walmart, according to a Facebook post from the Tiffin Police Department.
“When the first officer arrived, our local store employees already had the subject (a 16 year old boy with special needs) down on the ground,” TPD’s post states. “This was done to stop him from being violent, but more than that, when the employees realized they were dealing with someone with special needs most of the employees were talking calmly and rubbing his back and head to keep him from being agitated.” Complete article
Tiffin, Ohio — The Tiffin Police Department gave a shoutout to the Tiffin Fire-Rescue Division and employees of Tiffin Walmart on Saturday after an incident with a special needs teenager.
Shortly after noon Saturday, officers and emergency medical personnel were dispatched to a report of a customer attacking other customers and employees at Walmart, according to a Facebook post from the Tiffin Police Department.
“When the first officer arrived, our local store employees already had the subject (a 16 year old boy with special needs) down on the ground,” TPD’s post states. “This was done to stop him from being violent, but more than that, when the employees realized they were dealing with someone with special needs most of the employees were talking calmly and rubbing his back and head to keep him from being agitated.” Complete article
Kanye West sues Walmart for selling knockoff Yeezy sneakers 06/24/2021
Kanye West and his Yeezy sneaker label have sued Walmart, accusing the retail giant of selling fake shoes.
Specifically, the billionaire rapper’s complaint, filed Thursday in California court in Los Angeles, claims the giant discounter has been selling fake versions of his bizarre-looking Foam Runner slides.
Introduced last year at a retail price of $75, the genuine Yeezy slides initially drew unflattering comparisons to Crocs. Nevertheless, they "instantly" sold out, and now sell for upwards of three times that on the secondary market, according to the suit. Complete article
Kanye West and his Yeezy sneaker label have sued Walmart, accusing the retail giant of selling fake shoes.
Specifically, the billionaire rapper’s complaint, filed Thursday in California court in Los Angeles, claims the giant discounter has been selling fake versions of his bizarre-looking Foam Runner slides.
Introduced last year at a retail price of $75, the genuine Yeezy slides initially drew unflattering comparisons to Crocs. Nevertheless, they "instantly" sold out, and now sell for upwards of three times that on the secondary market, according to the suit. Complete article
Ex-Walmart, Home Depot executive named CEO of Denver smart sprinkler startup 06/24/2021
Kim Sentovich takes over the top executive position, replacing co-founder Chris Klein.
Denver-based smart sprinkler startup Rachio has named a new CEO with executive experience at Walmart and Home Depot. The news comes as Rachio reported a record year of growth and sales in 2020, with customers saving 36 billion. Complete article
Kim Sentovich takes over the top executive position, replacing co-founder Chris Klein.
Denver-based smart sprinkler startup Rachio has named a new CEO with executive experience at Walmart and Home Depot. The news comes as Rachio reported a record year of growth and sales in 2020, with customers saving 36 billion. Complete article
Grandmother charged after police rescue child from locked car in Marion Va. Walmart parking lot 06/24/2021
Perry Ga. police investigating multiple thefts from local Walmart 06/24/2021
Watch: El Paso Tx. Walmart shooter Patrick Crusius in court 06/24/2021
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Suspects Commit Multiple Thefts From Walmart in Smyrna Tenn. 06/24/2021
Walmart mass shooting on Hudson Ave. Rochester NY: What videos show, what we know now 06/28/2021
Hours after four people were shot, one fatally in the parking lot of the Walmart Supercenter on Hudson Avenue, Rochester police are investigating to determine what led to the deadly encounter.
Here's what we currently know about the incident:
What happened in the Walmart parking lot?
Four people were shot, one fatally, in the parking lot at 1490 Hudson Ave. shortly before 1 a.m. Monday.
Rochester Police Capt. Frank Umbrino said that an 18-year-old man died as a result of gunfire outside the Walmart SuperCenter, 1490 Hudson Ave. He and three others were taken to Rochester General Hospital by private vehicle. The young man was pronounced dead shortly after he arrived at the hospital. Complete article
'The source is poverty.' Community reacts to deadly Walmart shooting 06/29/2021
Hours after four people were shot, one fatally in the parking lot of the Walmart Supercenter on Hudson Avenue, Rochester police are investigating to determine what led to the deadly encounter.
Here's what we currently know about the incident:
What happened in the Walmart parking lot?
Four people were shot, one fatally, in the parking lot at 1490 Hudson Ave. shortly before 1 a.m. Monday.
Rochester Police Capt. Frank Umbrino said that an 18-year-old man died as a result of gunfire outside the Walmart SuperCenter, 1490 Hudson Ave. He and three others were taken to Rochester General Hospital by private vehicle. The young man was pronounced dead shortly after he arrived at the hospital. Complete article
'The source is poverty.' Community reacts to deadly Walmart shooting 06/29/2021
Man injured in shooting outside northeast Calgary Canada Walmart 06/28/2021
Calgary police say a man was injured in a shooting outside of Marlborough Mall on Sunday.
Investigators said the victim was shot while in the Walmart parking lot at around 11 p.m., just as the store closed to the public.
Police said the victim later arrived at a nearby hospital with gunshot wounds and remains in hospital in stable condition. Complete article
Calgary police say a man was injured in a shooting outside of Marlborough Mall on Sunday.
Investigators said the victim was shot while in the Walmart parking lot at around 11 p.m., just as the store closed to the public.
Police said the victim later arrived at a nearby hospital with gunshot wounds and remains in hospital in stable condition. Complete article
Lodi Ca. Burglary Suspect Armed With Baseball Bat Arrested While Trying To Hide In Walmart 06/27/2021
LODI (CBS13) – A home burglary suspect in Lodi was arrested this weekend after trying to hide inside of a Walmart while armed with a baseball bat, authorities said on Sunday.
Dominick Franklin, 29, of Sacramento, was found to be on probation and was booked into jail on charges of burglary and felony vandalism.
According to the Lodi Police Department, officers were dispatched at around 8:15 p.m. Saturday to a home along Mayfair Street for a burglary in progress. The man who owns the home said he arrived to find an unknown suspect inside. The suspect was gone when officers arrived. Complete article
LODI (CBS13) – A home burglary suspect in Lodi was arrested this weekend after trying to hide inside of a Walmart while armed with a baseball bat, authorities said on Sunday.
Dominick Franklin, 29, of Sacramento, was found to be on probation and was booked into jail on charges of burglary and felony vandalism.
According to the Lodi Police Department, officers were dispatched at around 8:15 p.m. Saturday to a home along Mayfair Street for a burglary in progress. The man who owns the home said he arrived to find an unknown suspect inside. The suspect was gone when officers arrived. Complete article
Walmart enlists artificial intelligence for online grocery substitutions 06/25/2021
Walmart is putting artificial intelligence (AI) to work in making sure customers get what they like in online grocery orders.
Srini Venkatesan, executive vice president at Walmart Global Tech, said in a blog post yesterday that the company has developed AI-based technology to help its personal shoppers and customers make smarter substitutions for out-of-stock products. Complete article
Walmart is putting artificial intelligence (AI) to work in making sure customers get what they like in online grocery orders.
Srini Venkatesan, executive vice president at Walmart Global Tech, said in a blog post yesterday that the company has developed AI-based technology to help its personal shoppers and customers make smarter substitutions for out-of-stock products. Complete article
Walmart to launch lower-priced insulin offering savings of up to 75% 06/29/2021
Walmart Inc. said Tuesday it is launching a lower-priced brand of insulin as a result of working directly with the manufacturer, Novo Nordisk A/S.
Walmart WMT, -0.33% said its private-brand ReliOn NovoLog insulin made by Denmark-based Novo Nordisk NVO, 0.49% would save customers up to 75%. Vials of the insulin are priced at $72.88 apiece, or a savings of up to $101 a vial, while FlexPens are priced at $85.88, or a savings of up to $251 per package, Walmart said.
The prescription insulin will be available exclusively at Walmart pharmacies starting this week, and in Sam’s Club pharmacies in mid-July, the company said. Insulin is used to treat Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, where the body does not make enough of the hormone which helps blood sugar to enter cells for energy. Complete article
Walmart Inc. said Tuesday it is launching a lower-priced brand of insulin as a result of working directly with the manufacturer, Novo Nordisk A/S.
Walmart WMT, -0.33% said its private-brand ReliOn NovoLog insulin made by Denmark-based Novo Nordisk NVO, 0.49% would save customers up to 75%. Vials of the insulin are priced at $72.88 apiece, or a savings of up to $101 a vial, while FlexPens are priced at $85.88, or a savings of up to $251 per package, Walmart said.
The prescription insulin will be available exclusively at Walmart pharmacies starting this week, and in Sam’s Club pharmacies in mid-July, the company said. Insulin is used to treat Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, where the body does not make enough of the hormone which helps blood sugar to enter cells for energy. Complete article
Hannibal Missouri Walmart closes for bomb threat 06/26/2021
Two men charged in Charlotte Fla. Walmart thefts 06/28/2021
Four kids reported in unattended vehicle outside NY Walmart 06/28/2021
Suspected Fla. Walmart shoplifter found to be carrying more than stolen merchandise 06/27/2021
NYS Police ask public for help finding man who they say stole Central Square NY Walmart customer’s wallet, phone 06/28/2021
Two arrested over armed shoplifting incident at Walmart in Mount Pleasant SC 06/29/2021
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) – Two people were arrested for shoplifting from a Walmart in Mount Pleasant last weekend.
Officers with the Mount Pleasant Police Department responded to the Walmart in the Oakland Market Shopping Center late Sunday evening after receiving a call about a shoplifting incident where a gun was presented.
Inspector Donald Calabrese said loss prevention staff attempted to stop two people for shoplifting before a gun was presented and the suspects left the store.
Officers detained one of the suspects while K9 Sergeant Myers and his partner Harley responded and located the second suspect. “K9 Officer Cardenas and his partner Lobo responded as well and located the gun that was presented,” said Inspector Calabrese. Complete article
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) – Two people were arrested for shoplifting from a Walmart in Mount Pleasant last weekend.
Officers with the Mount Pleasant Police Department responded to the Walmart in the Oakland Market Shopping Center late Sunday evening after receiving a call about a shoplifting incident where a gun was presented.
Inspector Donald Calabrese said loss prevention staff attempted to stop two people for shoplifting before a gun was presented and the suspects left the store.
Officers detained one of the suspects while K9 Sergeant Myers and his partner Harley responded and located the second suspect. “K9 Officer Cardenas and his partner Lobo responded as well and located the gun that was presented,” said Inspector Calabrese. Complete article
Authorities respond to reports of armed man near NH Walmart 06/30/2021
HINSDALE, N.H. (WCAX) - Police in Vermont and New Hampshire are on the lookout for a man they say waved a pellet gun at a traffic intersection near the Walmart in Hinsdale, New Hampshire.
Hinsdale Police say it happened Tuesday just after 12 p.m. at the intersection of Route 119. They say there were no reports of the weapon being fired.
Crews from Vermont and New Hampshire searched the area but could not find the man. Complete article
HINSDALE, N.H. (WCAX) - Police in Vermont and New Hampshire are on the lookout for a man they say waved a pellet gun at a traffic intersection near the Walmart in Hinsdale, New Hampshire.
Hinsdale Police say it happened Tuesday just after 12 p.m. at the intersection of Route 119. They say there were no reports of the weapon being fired.
Crews from Vermont and New Hampshire searched the area but could not find the man. Complete article
Armed Westminster man charged after attempting to steal $100 gift card, cash at Md. Walmart, police say 06/30/2021
A Westminster man has been charged with an attempted armed robbery after he told a Walmart cashier he had a knife and demanded a $100 gift card and cash from the register, Westminster police said.
Bryant Keon Taylor, 44, of the unit block of South Bishop St., is charged with one count each of armed robbery, robbery and attempted theft, according to electronic court records. He is being held at the Carroll County Detention Center without bail, pending a Thursday hearing. Online records do not list an attorney for Taylor.
At about 6:17 a.m. Tuesday, Taylor allegedly entered the Westminster Walmart on Woodward Road through the garden center, according to police. He approached the cashier with a $100 gift card and, after the cashier rang up the sale, told the cashier to give him the gift card without paying, police said.
When the cashier refused, Taylor allegedly told the cashier he had a knife and demanded money from the cash register, police said. Complete article
Officers raid home of Westminster man accused of trying to rob Walmart 07/01/2021
A Westminster man has been charged with an attempted armed robbery after he told a Walmart cashier he had a knife and demanded a $100 gift card and cash from the register, Westminster police said.
Bryant Keon Taylor, 44, of the unit block of South Bishop St., is charged with one count each of armed robbery, robbery and attempted theft, according to electronic court records. He is being held at the Carroll County Detention Center without bail, pending a Thursday hearing. Online records do not list an attorney for Taylor.
At about 6:17 a.m. Tuesday, Taylor allegedly entered the Westminster Walmart on Woodward Road through the garden center, according to police. He approached the cashier with a $100 gift card and, after the cashier rang up the sale, told the cashier to give him the gift card without paying, police said.
When the cashier refused, Taylor allegedly told the cashier he had a knife and demanded money from the cash register, police said. Complete article
Officers raid home of Westminster man accused of trying to rob Walmart 07/01/2021
McKinney Police arrest woman who drew knife on Tx. Walmart employee 06/29/2021
McKinney Police have arrested a 31-year-old woman accused of pulling a knife on a Walmart employee.
At around 11 p.m. Sunday, according to a police report, an officer spoke with an employee at a Walmart at 5001 McKinney Ranch Parkway who said she saw a woman put several items in her jacket and in a large camping style backpack before trying to walk out of the east side of the store through locked doors. According to the employee, the woman took items from the camping and pharmacy sections of the store.
The Walmart employee confronted the woman, according to the report.
“The subject retrieved a five-inch silver blade knife from her person and held it up to (the employee) who was 3 feet away,” the police report stated. “(The employee) stated she was fearful that the subject was going to stab her.” Complete article
McKinney Police have arrested a 31-year-old woman accused of pulling a knife on a Walmart employee.
At around 11 p.m. Sunday, according to a police report, an officer spoke with an employee at a Walmart at 5001 McKinney Ranch Parkway who said she saw a woman put several items in her jacket and in a large camping style backpack before trying to walk out of the east side of the store through locked doors. According to the employee, the woman took items from the camping and pharmacy sections of the store.
The Walmart employee confronted the woman, according to the report.
“The subject retrieved a five-inch silver blade knife from her person and held it up to (the employee) who was 3 feet away,” the police report stated. “(The employee) stated she was fearful that the subject was going to stab her.” Complete article
Feds: Group stole thousands of dollars worth of items from Pa. Walmarts, sold overseas 06/29/2021
CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Police say a crime ring with ties to our area sold stolen goods across the country and overseas.
Information on this case has been kept under wraps for a while now.
A federal indictment was just unsealed in court Tuesday morning.
Basically, it says two people stole thousands of dollars of gear from two Walmarts -- one in Centre County and the other in Clearfield County -- and according to the feds, the stolen, gear, electronics equipment was sold on international markets. Complete article
CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Police say a crime ring with ties to our area sold stolen goods across the country and overseas.
Information on this case has been kept under wraps for a while now.
A federal indictment was just unsealed in court Tuesday morning.
Basically, it says two people stole thousands of dollars of gear from two Walmarts -- one in Centre County and the other in Clearfield County -- and according to the feds, the stolen, gear, electronics equipment was sold on international markets. Complete article
Campers displaced by forest closure will no longer have Flagstaff Ariz. Walmart as a stop 06/29/2021
He took a long drag on his cigarette, glanced in the side mirror to check his gear attached to a trailer, then gave a quick pat to his chocolate Labrador riding shotgun.
Raymond Otero was about ready to pull out of the Walmart parking lot on Flagstaff’s westside on Tuesday afternoon, his destination unknown.
This was not by choice.
Walmart employees had come to Otero — and perhaps a dozen other RVs, campers, vans and sedans that had taken temporary residence in the parking lot at the corner of Woodlands Village and Beulah boulevards — with the news that they had 24 hours to decamp.
But to where? Complete article
He took a long drag on his cigarette, glanced in the side mirror to check his gear attached to a trailer, then gave a quick pat to his chocolate Labrador riding shotgun.
Raymond Otero was about ready to pull out of the Walmart parking lot on Flagstaff’s westside on Tuesday afternoon, his destination unknown.
This was not by choice.
Walmart employees had come to Otero — and perhaps a dozen other RVs, campers, vans and sedans that had taken temporary residence in the parking lot at the corner of Woodlands Village and Beulah boulevards — with the news that they had 24 hours to decamp.
But to where? Complete article
81-year-old man last seen at Portsmouth Va. Walmart found safe, detectives say 06/28/2021
Madison County Alabama Sheriff’s Office searching for Walmart thief 06/28/2021
Petersburg Va. Walmart bus stop move to back of the store prompts concern among transit riders 06/30/2021
Bloomington man arrested after stealing items from Ind. Walmart 06/29/2021
Shoplifter stuffs $2,230 worth of items into tricycle box at Ga. Walmart 06/29/2021
Sheriff’s office: Person in custody after reported attacks at Ca. Walmart, standoff at Placerville home 06/30/2021
PLACERVILLE, Calif. (KTXL) — Authorities in El Dorado County are trying to negotiate the peaceful surrender of a woman who fled inside a home after attacking customers at Walmart.
At 5:12 p.m. Wednesday, the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office announced a “significant law enforcement presence” at the Walmart located near Forni and Missouri Flat roads in Placerville.
Deputies then announced closures on Forni Road just after 7 p.m.
Multiple witnesses reached out to FOX40 to share what happened.
One witness, who wished to stay anonymous, said a woman began attacking customers before running off into a nearby home. .....
According to the suspect’s family, the woman was taken to a hospital. It is not known if she is injured.
The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office also confirmed that the woman involved in the standoff was in custody, and Forni road was reopened. Complete article
PLACERVILLE, Calif. (KTXL) — Authorities in El Dorado County are trying to negotiate the peaceful surrender of a woman who fled inside a home after attacking customers at Walmart.
At 5:12 p.m. Wednesday, the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office announced a “significant law enforcement presence” at the Walmart located near Forni and Missouri Flat roads in Placerville.
Deputies then announced closures on Forni Road just after 7 p.m.
Multiple witnesses reached out to FOX40 to share what happened.
One witness, who wished to stay anonymous, said a woman began attacking customers before running off into a nearby home. .....
According to the suspect’s family, the woman was taken to a hospital. It is not known if she is injured.
The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office also confirmed that the woman involved in the standoff was in custody, and Forni road was reopened. Complete article
Walmart Sues Texas Over Liquor Sales — Again 06/29/2021
Walmart is not ready to give up on liquor sales in Texas.
The world's largest retailer can sell beer and wine at its Texas stores, but it can't sell liquor under state law. Walmart's attempts to argue before federal courts that the state's code on alcohol sales is unconstitutional have failed, so it will now take that matter before Texas courts.
Walmart filed suit in an Austin state district court Tuesday in the hopes of overturning the code and allowing liquor sales at its 588 Walmart and Sam's Club locations statewide. The suit argues that the Texas Beverage Code gives other businesses preferential treatment. Complete article
Walmart is not ready to give up on liquor sales in Texas.
The world's largest retailer can sell beer and wine at its Texas stores, but it can't sell liquor under state law. Walmart's attempts to argue before federal courts that the state's code on alcohol sales is unconstitutional have failed, so it will now take that matter before Texas courts.
Walmart filed suit in an Austin state district court Tuesday in the hopes of overturning the code and allowing liquor sales at its 588 Walmart and Sam's Club locations statewide. The suit argues that the Texas Beverage Code gives other businesses preferential treatment. Complete article
Woman arrested after consuming milk, bread and yogurt at Walmart in The Villages 06/30/2021
Judge upholds manslaughter charge against San Leandro cop in Walmart killing, but says ‘there’s no way in the world’ a jury will convict 06/30/2021
Pair accused of shoplifting at Wilton NY Walmart 06/30/2021
Owings Mills Md. residents lose local Walmart over landlord dispute 06/30/2021
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