Walmart had at least fourteen more shootings in February of 2022, with at least three deaths and nine more injuries, some that may be major. One of the deaths was a person killed by police, another was murder, and since it included four more people injured, it's considered a mass shooting by some standards, and the suspect happened to be naked; the last death resulted from shooting injuries weeks later. These shootings include attempted robberies or shoplifting's, domestic disputes and other arguments.
There were also at least ten more gun related crimes, most involved robberies or attempted robberies, but a few resulted from arguments and gun related threats, without firing shots.
In addition to the three people killed in shootings there were three more bodies found on their premises, and three people killed in auto accidents for a total of at least nine people, but there were at least three more deaths investigated as a possible result of contaminated salad which was recalled, which could bring the total to twelve.
A growing number of complaints from Walmart employees or customers are going viral on social media, including another story about another employee quitting over the loudspeaker, talking about how management talks about people behind their backs and other concerns, and another employee of a restaurant in the store who was stuck behind a locked gate which was stuck and his boss and the Walmart management both told him that he would have to stay there overnight, if not longer, depending on how long it took to fix it without cutting it open. The only reason he got out that night is he was able to access the internet and seek legal advice on social media, and called the fire department despite being told not to by management. They cut him out anyway; and at last he reported he was still worried about getting fired. If he didn't it's probably only because he indicated he would seek legal help on line again if they did, and the unnamed restaurant would almost certainly be named damaging their reputation.
Another story went viral after a picture of meat locked up with an anti-theft devise. And a video of a manager yelling at workers threatening to fire them even though they were doing their job also went viral. If Walmart treats people with respect it's often only because they get caught on video or exposed on social media recently, and they can't get away with abusing them.
There were at least a couple more stories about people being accused of stealing at the self-check-out, falsely or not. One incident involved a woman who had security called on her whole family, even though they were almost certainly innocent; another involved a city councilor that got caught skip scanning a pair of pants. In both cases they had someone watching them, but no cashier to help them and they froze the register, making it look like a malfunction. They refuse to pay to improve service by hiring cashiers but don't hesitate to hire people to spy on people, which should be considered obvious entrapment. Since tax payers have to pay for police, court and prison expenses, we're subsidizing their high crime problem. If those expenses were subtracted from their profits there's little doubt that they would hire the cashiers back. In this case even though the women were found innocent and falsely accused, the councilman appeared to be guilty, since he used two registers after the first one froze and did the same thing, but they chose not to prosecute, supposedly because the amount was so low, although they often prosecute the poor for much less. He wound up resigning saying he "feared for his life," although it's hard to imagine who would kill him for such a petty reason.
There were also several violent purse snatchings, an attempted kidnapping of a child, and numerous other assaults.
Once again Walmart shipped merchandise to a hackers address who charged someone else, and they refused to refund his money, at least at first. They keep doing this over and over again, only taking responsibility after being exposed in the media; in this case they still refused to pay, although it's probably a matter of time before thy do, since they're being exposed again.
They're also trying to cut property taxes across the state of Maine and many other places. This has been going on for years; and before that, when they negotiated many deals with very low taxes behind closed doors, they often did much more damage, including in Raytown Missouri, which is one of the most extreme deals they negotiated, but not by far, the only one. In many cases, including Raytown, they negotiate very low tax deals based on the false assumption that this will increase their tax base, since they wouldn't be collecting money from Walmart if they didn't give them a good deal. However, Walmart often uses these good deals to increase their advantages over the competition and drive them out of business. This means that in many cases towns get a modest increase in tax revenue from Walmart, but ultimately lose tax income from small business that are no longer there, resulting in losses of tax revenue, often large losses.
In many cases, including Raytown, Walmart often brings large increases in crime problems costing towns more in police services; Raytown wound up facing large budget deficits and faced police layoffs as a result of this and one official claimed "Walmart’s bleeding this town."
In addition to the three fatal car accidents, there were more than half a dozen, if not a dozen, other major accidents, police chases, stolen vehicles, carjackings, hit and runs or other automobile crimes, including one stolen vehicle that crashed into a police cruiser, another suspect that tried to steal a truck which happened to be owned by an off-duty police officer, a woman that was dragged by a car after a thief stole her purse, and other incidents.
Walmart had close to a dozen if not more fires with about half of them caused by arson, which is increasingly common. They also arrested five or so people that were setting fires in Alabama and Mississippi inspired by a manifesto standing up for workers rights and demanding fair wages. Needless to say this is only a small group and is not related to much more people justifiably demanding to be treated with respect and get fair wages without resorting to tactics like this. I'm not saying this is an appropriate tactic; however, JFK warned us over fifty years ago, "Those who make peaceful revolution impossible will make violent revolution inevitable." This is one of many small examples of his prediction coming true, and more will inevitably happen, some perhaps worse, unless oligarchs respect the rights of workers.
Walmart had at least four knife attacks last month, with three stabbings, one of them with scissors, and another threat to stab an employee. They also had several fights, sexual assaults, including two where a suspect put a towel over two women's heads, a choking incident, pepper-spraying employees; and many of these incidents happen at the self-checkout area. Executives and investors get the increased profits from refusing to hire cashiers, but workers and customers are the ones that bear the risks from increased crime; and, since police, court costs and prison costs are all paid for by the taxpayers, we're subsiding their high crime problem. If Walmart had to pay these external expenses, there's little doubt they would hire the cashiers back; and if executives were at risk instead of working class people there's no doubt they would try to solve their problems.
Walmart had at least two major recalls, including salads that were linked to two investigations and three deaths and infant walkers sold online that don't meet federal standards. Many advisors oppose all infant walkers, since infants could easily fall down the stairs if they're not being watched carefully.
Another TikToc video exposed a manager that was getting favorable treatment and a promotion even though he had numerous complaints, and at least a couple more stores were exposed for price scanning errors costing customers money if they don't pay attention.
Walmart is providing professional advice for parents from a mother, who is obviously far more concerned with marketing products to increase profits than she is with selling the toys in the best interests of children. They're also involved in many more discrimination law suits which come up virtually every month.
Walmart is becoming one of the largest, if not the largest health care providers, which should concern everyone, since they're guaranteed to put profits ahead of people in this business, just like everything else they do.
At least one Walmart has a donation box that people seem to be stealing from, including one woman that got stuck in it and needed help from the police to get out, although it's unclear how she explained to them she got stuck.
Another woman in Wisconsin was arrested after taking a tantrum, and throwing dozens of products through the store, often breaking them or opening the jars and spilling contents.
I suppose these incidents are mild compared to the naked mass shooter that killed one person and injured four more.
Strange things happen at Walmart!
In 2006 Wake Up Walmart did a study, "Is Walmart Safe?" based on incidents in 2004, (PDF) about crime at Walmart which showed that it increased when Walmarts opened up and that crime was higher at Walmart than at other retailers. Since then Walmart Shootings began compiling a list of gun related incidents at Walmart and demonstrated that they have a large number of them, including on average more than one shooting per week somewhere in the country; now after counting them for several years that average is over two per week. In January of 2014 another study, "Rolling Back Prices and Raising Crime Rates?" provided additional statistical research indicating that Walmart might be contributing to higher crime rates or at least a slowing of the decline in crime. The study found that. “on average, communities with Walmarts had 17 more property crimes and two more violent crimes per 10,000 people than those communities without Walmarts.” I reviewed this more in Walmart’s crime problem, Rolling Back Safety more than prices? where I explained that although this study is helpful they could have done better with additional data that is available and I reviewed some of that. I also added my own review about why I think that Walmart policies have been contributing to higher crime in a previous blog, Walmart high crime rate continues un-investigaterd and have provided additional information under the author tag Walmart Crime Watch.
Stacy Mitchell has also compiled a list of other studies about Walmart and how they impact society, Key Studies on Big-Box Retail & Independent Business. To the best of my knowledge Walmart has done as little as they seem to get away with, often relying on rhetoric that isn't backed up with action, when it comes to addressing any of their critics concerns, including crime. One of the responses they’ve come up with is what they call "Restorative Justice" which gives first time shoplifters a chance to avoid being arrested or any criminal record if they take an on line course which costs $400 up front or $500 in payments, plus perhaps, reparations. This has been part of the privatization process and often denies suspects of the due process or access to a lawyer, perhaps even intimidating and extorting from some people that might not even be guilty. Walmart seems to be trying to find a way to turn crime into a profit making situation instead of looking for the most effective ways to reduce it. Making Change at Walmart is asking If you or someone you know has gone through @Walmart's "Restorative Justice" program for first-time suspected shoplifters, send us a DM. 03/30/2017 to ensure that it isn’t doing more harm than good. I did my own review of this program as well at Walmart’s “Restorative Justice” Endangers Public Without Reducing Crime. The following are a list of incidents that occurred in February 2022. 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.
Man Shot Dead by Police Outside Texas Walmart 02/02/2022
One person is dead and another injured following an officer-involved shooting in Texas.
Wichita Falls Police said officers had spotted a man who was wanted on a felony arrest warrant leaving a Walmart on Lawrence Road at around 8:40 p.m. on Tuesday.
Two officers attempted to make a traffic stop on the car. The male suspect, who was sitting in the front passenger seat, then pulled out a weapon, reported the Times Record News.
The Wichita Falls Police then opened fire and killed the male suspect. The female driver of the car was also injured in the shooting. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. The injured female was taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries, reported KFDX/KJTL. Complete article
New details on fatal officer-involved shooting at Walmart 02/02/2022
One person is dead and another injured following an officer-involved shooting in Texas.
Wichita Falls Police said officers had spotted a man who was wanted on a felony arrest warrant leaving a Walmart on Lawrence Road at around 8:40 p.m. on Tuesday.
Two officers attempted to make a traffic stop on the car. The male suspect, who was sitting in the front passenger seat, then pulled out a weapon, reported the Times Record News.
The Wichita Falls Police then opened fire and killed the male suspect. The female driver of the car was also injured in the shooting. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. The injured female was taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries, reported KFDX/KJTL. Complete article
New details on fatal officer-involved shooting at Walmart 02/02/2022
Accused shoplifter opens fire outside Albuquerque NM Walmart 02/01/2022
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It was a frightening morning for shoppers at one Albuquerque Walmart after a suspected shoplifter fired off shots toward the store before taking off. A former KRQE colleague was there as it unfolded.
Police say shoplifters with weapons are becoming a common trend. Tuesday’s incident comes just one day after APD Chief Harold Medina made a plea to state lawmakers as the department tries to handle the city’s crime problem.
It started as a quiet morning at the grocery store, stocking up on essentials ahead of the winter storm. But things quickly turned chaotic for everyone there, including former KRQE anchor, Dick Knipfing.
“All of a sudden, bam bam bam bam bam, and I know enough, I knew it was gunshots right away,” said Knipfing. “Instantly, some woman came running into the store screaming. She was petrified.” Complete article
APD identifies suspect in Walmart shooting 02/04/2022
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It was a frightening morning for shoppers at one Albuquerque Walmart after a suspected shoplifter fired off shots toward the store before taking off. A former KRQE colleague was there as it unfolded.
Police say shoplifters with weapons are becoming a common trend. Tuesday’s incident comes just one day after APD Chief Harold Medina made a plea to state lawmakers as the department tries to handle the city’s crime problem.
It started as a quiet morning at the grocery store, stocking up on essentials ahead of the winter storm. But things quickly turned chaotic for everyone there, including former KRQE anchor, Dick Knipfing.
“All of a sudden, bam bam bam bam bam, and I know enough, I knew it was gunshots right away,” said Knipfing. “Instantly, some woman came running into the store screaming. She was petrified.” Complete article
APD identifies suspect in Walmart shooting 02/04/2022
LMPD: Woman dies after being hit by truck in Walmart parking lot 02/01/2022
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A woman is dead after being struck while in the parking lot of a Louisville Walmart.
According to Louisville Metro police, the incident happened around 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Walmart on Raggard road, off Greenbelt Highway in Pleasure Ridge Park.
Police said a woman, age and name not provided, was crossing in the crosswalk of the parking lot when she was hit by a truck.
She was pronounced dead at the scene. Complete article
Name of woman killed in Walmart parking lot accident released 02/02/2022
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A woman is dead after being struck while in the parking lot of a Louisville Walmart.
According to Louisville Metro police, the incident happened around 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Walmart on Raggard road, off Greenbelt Highway in Pleasure Ridge Park.
Police said a woman, age and name not provided, was crossing in the crosswalk of the parking lot when she was hit by a truck.
She was pronounced dead at the scene. Complete article
Name of woman killed in Walmart parking lot accident released 02/02/2022
Man armed with gun accused of threatening to steal jewelry from Harnett County NC Walmart 02/01/2022
CAMERON, N.C. (WNCN) — The Harnett County Sheriff’s Office sent a correction to their original release regarding an armed robbery at the Walmart in Cameron on Tuesday morning.
Authorities originally said that a man armed with a gun went into the Walmart and busted open the jewelry case with his handgun before stealing jewelry.
The sheriff’s office said in an update that the man “did brandish a weapon, communicate a threat and attempt to steal jewelry. However, the jewelry case was not broken.”
The suspect has not been arrested at this time. Complete article
CAMERON, N.C. (WNCN) — The Harnett County Sheriff’s Office sent a correction to their original release regarding an armed robbery at the Walmart in Cameron on Tuesday morning.
Authorities originally said that a man armed with a gun went into the Walmart and busted open the jewelry case with his handgun before stealing jewelry.
The sheriff’s office said in an update that the man “did brandish a weapon, communicate a threat and attempt to steal jewelry. However, the jewelry case was not broken.”
The suspect has not been arrested at this time. Complete article
Man who showed gun to Alabama Walmart clerk and stole televisions Monday arrested; two others still on the loose 02/01/2022
Huntsville Police say they have arrested 22-year-old Quantavius Torrelle Hawkins and charged him with first-degree robbery.
Police say the arrest is a result of a robbery at a Walmart on University Drive Monday.
According to HPD, Hawkins was the man that showed the pistol to the employee who asked for a receipt when she saw the three men leaving the store. Complete article
Huntsville Police say they have arrested 22-year-old Quantavius Torrelle Hawkins and charged him with first-degree robbery.
Police say the arrest is a result of a robbery at a Walmart on University Drive Monday.
According to HPD, Hawkins was the man that showed the pistol to the employee who asked for a receipt when she saw the three men leaving the store. Complete article
Police searching for prowler who stabbed person with scissors outside Puyallup Wash. Walmart 02/01/2022
PUYALLUP, Wash. – A search is on for the man who stabbed someone in a Walmart parking lot.
The Puyallup Police Department said the suspect was prowling a victim’s vehicle in the Walmart lot on Jan. 4 when the victim walked up to confront him.
The suspect then used a pair of scissors to stab the victim before running off. Complete article
PUYALLUP, Wash. – A search is on for the man who stabbed someone in a Walmart parking lot.
The Puyallup Police Department said the suspect was prowling a victim’s vehicle in the Walmart lot on Jan. 4 when the victim walked up to confront him.
The suspect then used a pair of scissors to stab the victim before running off. Complete article
Police investigating fire started in Tifton Ga. Walmart 02/01/2022
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Tifton police are investigating a fire that broke out in the tissue aisle in Walmart on US-82 in Tifton.
We got word Sunday night after shoppers spotted the blaze in the tissue paper aisle. WALB News 10′s Nathalie Moreau spoke to one of those customers and tells us more about their experience.
The next day, Super Walmart was back open for business after the previous day’s unforeseen events. The aisle where the incident happened was cleaned up and back to normal. Complete article
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Tifton police are investigating a fire that broke out in the tissue aisle in Walmart on US-82 in Tifton.
We got word Sunday night after shoppers spotted the blaze in the tissue paper aisle. WALB News 10′s Nathalie Moreau spoke to one of those customers and tells us more about their experience.
The next day, Super Walmart was back open for business after the previous day’s unforeseen events. The aisle where the incident happened was cleaned up and back to normal. Complete article
Bodycam footage released after man fatally shot by police at Charlotte NC Walmart in November 2021 02/01/2022
Two Marion County paramedics save elderly patient’s life at Fla. Walmart 02/01/2022
Two ticketed for stealing from Mich. Walmart 02/01/2022
Woman cited for using children to help steal items at Dearborn Mich. Walmart 02/01/2022
Shooting on Greyhound bus leaves one dead and four wounded before naked suspect arrested in nearby Walmart in Ca. 02/03/2022
Oroville, California — A suspect is in custody after five people were shot Wednesday night on a Greyhound bus behind a gas station convenience store, CBS Sacramento reports.
Oroville Mayor Chuck Reynolds said in a series of Facebook posts that there was an active shooter near an AMPM. The Butte County Sheriff's Office said the bus stopped behind the AMPM following an altercation.
Authorities said one of the victims died at the scene. Reynolds told CBS Sacramento the other four were airlifted to hospitals. Complete article
1 dead, 4 injured after shooting on Greyhound bus in Oroville 02/02/2022
Naked man arrested inside Walmart after deadly shooting on L.A.-bound bus in Oroville 02/03/2022
Oroville, California — A suspect is in custody after five people were shot Wednesday night on a Greyhound bus behind a gas station convenience store, CBS Sacramento reports.
Oroville Mayor Chuck Reynolds said in a series of Facebook posts that there was an active shooter near an AMPM. The Butte County Sheriff's Office said the bus stopped behind the AMPM following an altercation.
Authorities said one of the victims died at the scene. Reynolds told CBS Sacramento the other four were airlifted to hospitals. Complete article
1 dead, 4 injured after shooting on Greyhound bus in Oroville 02/02/2022
Naked man arrested inside Walmart after deadly shooting on L.A.-bound bus in Oroville 02/03/2022
NY State Police respond to deceased individual inside Painted Post Walmart 02/02/2022
PAINTED POST, N.Y. (WETM) – Around 3:37 p.m. New York State Police responded to reports of an unresponsive individual inside of the bathroom of the Walmart in Painted Post.
State police arrived to find the individual deceased inside of the restroom and say that the death was due to a possible overdose.
Police say there is no danger to the public, and that anyone with information is to call state police in Painted Post at 607-962-6867. Complete article
PAINTED POST, N.Y. (WETM) – Around 3:37 p.m. New York State Police responded to reports of an unresponsive individual inside of the bathroom of the Walmart in Painted Post.
State police arrived to find the individual deceased inside of the restroom and say that the death was due to a possible overdose.
Police say there is no danger to the public, and that anyone with information is to call state police in Painted Post at 607-962-6867. Complete article
Deputies Searching For Would-Be NC Walmart Robber 02/03/2022
HARNETT COUNTY – Deputies are searching for the man who tried to rob the Spout Springs Walmart early Tuesday morning. The suspect continued on foot across the parking lot.
A man dressed in a dark jacket or hoodie and wearing a dark colored, possibly blue, face mask or gaiter entered the store at 2800 N.C. Highway 24/87 around 6 a.m., according to surveillance footage. Deputies say the store manager saw him attempting to break into the jewelry cabinet with a screwdriver.
When the manager approached the man, the suspect reportedly turned to face him, raised his jacket and revealed a handgun. Complete article
HARNETT COUNTY – Deputies are searching for the man who tried to rob the Spout Springs Walmart early Tuesday morning. The suspect continued on foot across the parking lot.
A man dressed in a dark jacket or hoodie and wearing a dark colored, possibly blue, face mask or gaiter entered the store at 2800 N.C. Highway 24/87 around 6 a.m., according to surveillance footage. Deputies say the store manager saw him attempting to break into the jewelry cabinet with a screwdriver.
When the manager approached the man, the suspect reportedly turned to face him, raised his jacket and revealed a handgun. Complete article
Man charged with murder after shooting in Austin Tx. Walmart parking lot 02/01/2022 Two self-checkout arrests in two days at same Dearborn store
16-year-old Pa. Walmart employee arrested for nearly $10K in gift card fraud 02/02/2022
Jury Rules La. Woman Murdered Estranged Husband Outside Walmart During Custody Exchange of 2-Year-Old Daughter in Sept. 2018 02/01/2022
Police searching for man they say stole large speaker from Milton Ga. Walmart 02/03/2022
Police respond to stabbing at Suburban Plaza Ga. Walmart 02/03/2022
Greater Decatur, GA — An incident at the Suburban Plaza Walmart in greater Decatur drew a large police response to the area on Thursday afternoon, Feb. 3.
According to a relative of an employee, a man at the store got into a fight with an employee and stabbed him.
A DeKalb County Police spokesperson confirmed the basic details, telling Decaturish, “Investigators believe the male suspect was approached by a male store employee. After he was approached, the suspect cut the employee on the face with an unknown sharp object and attempted to flee the store. The employee was transported to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries.” Complete article
Greater Decatur, GA — An incident at the Suburban Plaza Walmart in greater Decatur drew a large police response to the area on Thursday afternoon, Feb. 3.
According to a relative of an employee, a man at the store got into a fight with an employee and stabbed him.
A DeKalb County Police spokesperson confirmed the basic details, telling Decaturish, “Investigators believe the male suspect was approached by a male store employee. After he was approached, the suspect cut the employee on the face with an unknown sharp object and attempted to flee the store. The employee was transported to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries.” Complete article
Four get into fight at Walmart: South Euclid Ohio Police Blotter 02/03/2022
SOUTH EUCLID, Ohio
Disorderly conduct: Warrensville Center Road
Two Cleveland men, a Euclid woman and a Cleveland Heights woman were all cited for disorderly conduct after their participation in a fight at Walmart Jan. 26. One of the women requested to be taken to the hospital.
Theft: Warrensville Center Road
An East Cleveland man, 50, was cited for theft at Walmart Jan. 31 after attempting to steal $508 worth of merchandise. Complete article
SOUTH EUCLID, Ohio
Disorderly conduct: Warrensville Center Road
Two Cleveland men, a Euclid woman and a Cleveland Heights woman were all cited for disorderly conduct after their participation in a fight at Walmart Jan. 26. One of the women requested to be taken to the hospital.
Theft: Warrensville Center Road
An East Cleveland man, 50, was cited for theft at Walmart Jan. 31 after attempting to steal $508 worth of merchandise. Complete article
Ill. Walmart employee arrested after stealing money from cash registers. 02/03/2022
Suspected shoplifter arrested at Fla. Walmart at Buffalo Ridge Plaza 02/03/2022
Walmart shuts some stores across Arkansas, Midwest after storm 02/03/2022
Alleged Tx. Walmart shoplifter took only Pokémon cards 02/02/2022
Benny The Butcher Breaks Silence On Houston Tx. Walmart Shooting 02/04/2022
Myrtle Beach SC Police searching for man who they think brandished a gun at a local Walmart 02/05/2022
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Police are looking for a man that they believe flashed a gun following an alleged shoplifting attempt Saturday.
Officers were called to Walmart on Seaboard Street earlier Saturday after a person displayed a gun when stopped by loss prevention for shoplifting.
Police say the person fled the scene before officers arrived. Complete article
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WPDE) — Police are looking for a man that they believe flashed a gun following an alleged shoplifting attempt Saturday.
Officers were called to Walmart on Seaboard Street earlier Saturday after a person displayed a gun when stopped by loss prevention for shoplifting.
Police say the person fled the scene before officers arrived. Complete article
Man charged for allegedly sexually assaulting runaway teen in Orem Utah 02/04/2022
OREM, Utah (ABC4) – A man has been charged Thursday for allegedly sexually assaulting a runaway teen near a Walmart in Orem in Dec. 2021.
Ryan David Lucero, 34, has been charged with raping a child, aggravated sexual abuse of a child, sodomy on a child, and endangerment of a child.
The assault was reported in Dec. 2021 when a runaway teen told police she was going to get shoes — she was barefoot and was contacted by a man who said he would help to get her shoes.
The man told the victim his name was Ryan and helped her get shoes while also giving her drugs before he sexually assaulted her, police say.
The man left the area, and the victim called her mother for help following the incident. Complete article
OREM, Utah (ABC4) – A man has been charged Thursday for allegedly sexually assaulting a runaway teen near a Walmart in Orem in Dec. 2021.
Ryan David Lucero, 34, has been charged with raping a child, aggravated sexual abuse of a child, sodomy on a child, and endangerment of a child.
The assault was reported in Dec. 2021 when a runaway teen told police she was going to get shoes — she was barefoot and was contacted by a man who said he would help to get her shoes.
The man told the victim his name was Ryan and helped her get shoes while also giving her drugs before he sexually assaulted her, police say.
The man left the area, and the victim called her mother for help following the incident. Complete article
Man reportedly chokes woman in Delavan Wisc. Walmart, charged with domestic abuse 02/03/2022
Aman reportedly choked a woman in an aisle at the Delavan Walmart and faces multiple charges.
Mark Hartwick, 32, of the 50 block of E. Sedgemeadow Street, Elkhorn, is being charged with felony bail jumping; misdemeanor bail jumping, domestic abuse assessments and disorderly conduct.
According to the criminal complaint:
Police were called to a Walmart for a report of a male and female fighting on Jan. 7.
Officers made contact with a witness who reported that he was in the movie section of Walmart when he heard yelling coming from the next aisle over. The witness told police that the man was getting "obnoxiously loud." Complete article
Aman reportedly choked a woman in an aisle at the Delavan Walmart and faces multiple charges.
Mark Hartwick, 32, of the 50 block of E. Sedgemeadow Street, Elkhorn, is being charged with felony bail jumping; misdemeanor bail jumping, domestic abuse assessments and disorderly conduct.
According to the criminal complaint:
Police were called to a Walmart for a report of a male and female fighting on Jan. 7.
Officers made contact with a witness who reported that he was in the movie section of Walmart when he heard yelling coming from the next aisle over. The witness told police that the man was getting "obnoxiously loud." Complete article
Fire inside Towson Md. Walmart 02/04/2022
TOWSON, Md. (WBFF) — The Baltimore County Fire Department responded to a fire inside the Walmart in Towson.
Shortly, after 5:30 fire crews arrived at 1200 block of Putty Hill Ave with fire active inside the store.
The fire was found on the first floor in an area with clothing racks.
The sprinkler alarm was activated in the store and the sprinkler system contained the bulk of the fire. Complete article
TOWSON, Md. (WBFF) — The Baltimore County Fire Department responded to a fire inside the Walmart in Towson.
Shortly, after 5:30 fire crews arrived at 1200 block of Putty Hill Ave with fire active inside the store.
The fire was found on the first floor in an area with clothing racks.
The sprinkler alarm was activated in the store and the sprinkler system contained the bulk of the fire. Complete article
If You Bought "packaged salads" From Walmart or Kroger, Get Rid of It Immediately 02/04/2022
THIS PRODUCT HAS ALREADY BEEN LINKED TO TWO INVESTIGATIONS AND THREE DEATHS.
From grocery necessities to household essentials, both Walmart and Kroger sell a variety of items that shoppers want to get their hands on. But every once in awhile there are some products that are better left untouched. In November, a recall from KraftHeinz led to Walmart getting rid of four different drinks that posed potential health hazards.
And more recently in January, Kroger had to remove nearly 300 prepackaged chicken salad croissants from its shelves for similar reasons. Now, the two retailers are both at the center of another major recall that has been linked to three deaths.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a food safety alert on Feb. 1, notifying consumers that it is "currently investigating two separate Listeria outbreaks linked to packaged salads." The two outbreaks have been linked to impacted products produced by Dole and Fresh Express. Listeria is a "serious infection usually caused by eating food contaminated with the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes," according to the CDC. Complete article
THIS PRODUCT HAS ALREADY BEEN LINKED TO TWO INVESTIGATIONS AND THREE DEATHS.
From grocery necessities to household essentials, both Walmart and Kroger sell a variety of items that shoppers want to get their hands on. But every once in awhile there are some products that are better left untouched. In November, a recall from KraftHeinz led to Walmart getting rid of four different drinks that posed potential health hazards.
And more recently in January, Kroger had to remove nearly 300 prepackaged chicken salad croissants from its shelves for similar reasons. Now, the two retailers are both at the center of another major recall that has been linked to three deaths.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a food safety alert on Feb. 1, notifying consumers that it is "currently investigating two separate Listeria outbreaks linked to packaged salads." The two outbreaks have been linked to impacted products produced by Dole and Fresh Express. Listeria is a "serious infection usually caused by eating food contaminated with the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes," according to the CDC. Complete article
Morris Ill. Police Continue To Investigate Incident At Walmart 02/03/2022
Sanctuary for older dogs rescues dog dumped outside Gladstone Missouri Walmart 02/04/2022
SIRENS: Overdose At Walmart, Traumatic Injury at Olympic Heights, Sick At West Boca High Fla. 02/05/2022
Items reported stolen at Windward Ga. Walmart 02/04/2022
Orange County Deputies Shoot, Injure Man in Ca. Walmart 02/06/2022
An individual was taken to the hospital after being shot by an Orange County Deputy on suspicion of fraud. The incident occurred at a Walmart Supercenter in the 26500 block of Town Center Drive at approximately 9:40 p.m.
Four individuals attempted to return items they had never purchased, leading to a case of suspected fraud. Authorities were called to the store to investigate misconduct, where deputies confronted the suspects. While one suspect was willing to comply, two others had fled and the last had become hostile, allegedly producing a weapon that led the officers to open fire.
The suspect was hit and wounded.. He was taken to the hospital where he received emergency surgery and his condition is currently unknown. According to the deputies, he was armed with a knife and a gun, both of which were recovered at the scene of the shooting. Pictures of the weapons were released by the Orange County Sheriff’s Department.
“I was right there in the baby section…I just saw everyone looking over because I heard an argument, and someone screamed, ‘no,’ and the next thing you know you hear a gunshot, and everyone just ducks and runs,” witness Leslie Dash said in an interview with CBSLA. Complete article
An individual was taken to the hospital after being shot by an Orange County Deputy on suspicion of fraud. The incident occurred at a Walmart Supercenter in the 26500 block of Town Center Drive at approximately 9:40 p.m.
Four individuals attempted to return items they had never purchased, leading to a case of suspected fraud. Authorities were called to the store to investigate misconduct, where deputies confronted the suspects. While one suspect was willing to comply, two others had fled and the last had become hostile, allegedly producing a weapon that led the officers to open fire.
The suspect was hit and wounded.. He was taken to the hospital where he received emergency surgery and his condition is currently unknown. According to the deputies, he was armed with a knife and a gun, both of which were recovered at the scene of the shooting. Pictures of the weapons were released by the Orange County Sheriff’s Department.
“I was right there in the baby section…I just saw everyone looking over because I heard an argument, and someone screamed, ‘no,’ and the next thing you know you hear a gunshot, and everyone just ducks and runs,” witness Leslie Dash said in an interview with CBSLA. Complete article
Body found in parking lot of Margate Fla. Walmart 02/06/2022
MARGATE, Fla. – A body was discovered outside a Walmart in Margate on Sunday afternoon.
The store is located along West Atlantic Boulevard inside the Lakewood Shopping Center.
A large police presence responded and blocked off much of the parking lot with crime scene tape.
At one point, detectives and crime scene technicians surrounded a black car. They eventually opened it and took some photos. Complete article
MARGATE, Fla. – A body was discovered outside a Walmart in Margate on Sunday afternoon.
The store is located along West Atlantic Boulevard inside the Lakewood Shopping Center.
A large police presence responded and blocked off much of the parking lot with crime scene tape.
At one point, detectives and crime scene technicians surrounded a black car. They eventually opened it and took some photos. Complete article
Suspect puts towel over Walmart shopper and grabs her behind, Stafford County Va. deputies say 02/07/2022
STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. (7News) — The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a suspect who they say assaulted two women at the Walmart on Washington Square Plaza Sunday.
According to deputies, the first incident happened around 1:16 p.m. in the curtain aisle of the Walmart -- the sheriff's office says the victim reported a male grabbed her buttocks with both hands and then left the store. The suspect was described as wearing dark grey sweatpants, a royal blue hoodie, a blue mask and dark hat and shoes.
The second incident occurred at 3:15 p.m.in the camping aisle of the same Walmart. The victim reported noticing the suspect following her throughout the store. Deputies say she went to different areas of the store to avoid the suspect, but he continued to follow her. When she got to the camping aisle, the suspect threw a towel on her head and grabbed her buttocks. Complete article
STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. (7News) — The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a suspect who they say assaulted two women at the Walmart on Washington Square Plaza Sunday.
According to deputies, the first incident happened around 1:16 p.m. in the curtain aisle of the Walmart -- the sheriff's office says the victim reported a male grabbed her buttocks with both hands and then left the store. The suspect was described as wearing dark grey sweatpants, a royal blue hoodie, a blue mask and dark hat and shoes.
The second incident occurred at 3:15 p.m.in the camping aisle of the same Walmart. The victim reported noticing the suspect following her throughout the store. Deputies say she went to different areas of the store to avoid the suspect, but he continued to follow her. When she got to the camping aisle, the suspect threw a towel on her head and grabbed her buttocks. Complete article
Man arrested for warrants after scaring woman in Mich. Walmart parking lot 02/07/2022
A man was arrested for an outstanding warrant, after he made a woman who had driven from Alabama to meet him feel unsafe.
A woman who had ridden up to Dearborn with the alleged victim to meet the man called police from inside the store at about 9:15 p.m. Jan. 26.
The caller told officers that she had gone into the store, leaving her friend and the man in the car. While in the store she got a text that her friend was scared of the man, who was in the backseat of the vehicle. Police surrounded the car, and ordered both passengers from it. The man was arrested for outstanding warrants and both women were released in the parking lot. Complete article
A man was arrested for an outstanding warrant, after he made a woman who had driven from Alabama to meet him feel unsafe.
A woman who had ridden up to Dearborn with the alleged victim to meet the man called police from inside the store at about 9:15 p.m. Jan. 26.
The caller told officers that she had gone into the store, leaving her friend and the man in the car. While in the store she got a text that her friend was scared of the man, who was in the backseat of the vehicle. Police surrounded the car, and ordered both passengers from it. The man was arrested for outstanding warrants and both women were released in the parking lot. Complete article
Alabama Walmart closes due to arson fire 02/07/2022
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - A local Walmart is turning away customers after a fire forced management to close down the location.
According to a representative from Walmart, they are assessing the damage and plan to open the location on Sparkman Dr. as soon as they can.
They say Walmart is working with other locations on Oakwood Ave. and Memorial Parkway to temporarily manage customers who shopped at the Sparkman location. Customers who rely on the location for prescriptions can use the curbside pharmacy pickup option at the location on Sparkman. You can reach the pharmacy at (256) 852-2236. Complete article
Huntsville Walmart closed due to fire, 1 arrested 02/07/2022
Police: Huntsville man charged in Saturday arson also suspect in Walmart fire on Sparkman Drive 03/01/2022
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - A local Walmart is turning away customers after a fire forced management to close down the location.
According to a representative from Walmart, they are assessing the damage and plan to open the location on Sparkman Dr. as soon as they can.
They say Walmart is working with other locations on Oakwood Ave. and Memorial Parkway to temporarily manage customers who shopped at the Sparkman location. Customers who rely on the location for prescriptions can use the curbside pharmacy pickup option at the location on Sparkman. You can reach the pharmacy at (256) 852-2236. Complete article
Huntsville Walmart closed due to fire, 1 arrested 02/07/2022
Police: Huntsville man charged in Saturday arson also suspect in Walmart fire on Sparkman Drive 03/01/2022
Light switch catches fire at Vernon Township Pa. Walmart 02/07/2022
VERNON TOWNSHIP — A light switch caught fire at the Vernon Township Walmart on Sunday afternoon, resulting in an evacuation of the store but no injuries or major damages.
The call for the fire came in at 3:48 p.m. after a light switch located in a back storage room of the business, which is located at 16086 Conneaut Lake Road, caught fire. Upon arrival, firefighters were able to quickly to put out the flames with a fire extinguisher.
“It was more smoke than anything,” said Don Grinnell, chief of Vernon Hose Company. Complete article
VERNON TOWNSHIP — A light switch caught fire at the Vernon Township Walmart on Sunday afternoon, resulting in an evacuation of the store but no injuries or major damages.
The call for the fire came in at 3:48 p.m. after a light switch located in a back storage room of the business, which is located at 16086 Conneaut Lake Road, caught fire. Upon arrival, firefighters were able to quickly to put out the flames with a fire extinguisher.
“It was more smoke than anything,” said Don Grinnell, chief of Vernon Hose Company. Complete article
Atlantic City man wanted on assault charges after NJ Walmart shoplifting allegedly turns violent 02/07/2022
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP — Egg Harbor Township Police are looking for an Atlantic City man they say assaulted a Walmart employee who accused him of shoplifting on Friday.
Police say they have identified the suspect as Matthew Sturdivant, 24, of Atlantic City, and said he grabbed the employee by the neck, pinned her to a wall and spit on her. He left the area in a Hyundai Sonata, according to police.
Police received the call at 2:03 p.m. Friday that a shoplifting incident had turned violent. Three officers, Michael Keeping, William Burns and Tim Colella met with the store’s loss prevention officer, who was not identified in a statement from police released Monday.
The store employee was able to provide a description of the suspect and the vehicle, police said. She told police she approached the man as he left the store with merchandise she said was not purchased. Complete article
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP — Egg Harbor Township Police are looking for an Atlantic City man they say assaulted a Walmart employee who accused him of shoplifting on Friday.
Police say they have identified the suspect as Matthew Sturdivant, 24, of Atlantic City, and said he grabbed the employee by the neck, pinned her to a wall and spit on her. He left the area in a Hyundai Sonata, according to police.
Police received the call at 2:03 p.m. Friday that a shoplifting incident had turned violent. Three officers, Michael Keeping, William Burns and Tim Colella met with the store’s loss prevention officer, who was not identified in a statement from police released Monday.
The store employee was able to provide a description of the suspect and the vehicle, police said. She told police she approached the man as he left the store with merchandise she said was not purchased. Complete article
2 children hospitalized from apparent carbon monoxide poisoning; parents arrested by Muncie Ind. Police 02/04/2022 According to police, Walmart reported that items were stolen by Davis and Rogers while inside the store. The pair was arrested on charges of Neglect of a Dependent and Theft and booked in the Delaware County Jail.
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Security guard fires gun after assault in a Charlotte NC Walmart parking lot, police say 02/08/2022
A security guard fired his gun after being assaulted in the parking lot of the Walmart Supercenter on South Tryon Street in southwest Charlotte on Tuesday afternoon, police said.
A “heavy police presence” was seen in the parking lot at 12:30 p.m., WSOC reported.
No one was injured, Medic reported on Twitter.
The security guard is licensed and works for a private company, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Lt. Stephen Fischbach said in a statement. Complete article
Police: Security guard who fired shots in parking lot after chasing down accused shoplifter charged 02/21/2022
A security guard fired his gun after being assaulted in the parking lot of the Walmart Supercenter on South Tryon Street in southwest Charlotte on Tuesday afternoon, police said.
A “heavy police presence” was seen in the parking lot at 12:30 p.m., WSOC reported.
No one was injured, Medic reported on Twitter.
The security guard is licensed and works for a private company, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Lt. Stephen Fischbach said in a statement. Complete article
Police: Security guard who fired shots in parking lot after chasing down accused shoplifter charged 02/21/2022
Woman arrested for pepper-spraying Tx. Walmart employees, robbing store 02/09/2022
LUBBOCK, Texas – A woman, Christianna Cano, 20, was arrested and accused of pepper-spraying two employees Sunday at Walmart, 11415 Quaker Ave., then robbing the store, according to a Lubbock Police report.
According to the police report, surveillance footage showed what appeared to be the woman pretending to scan her items at self-checkout, then walking toward the grocery exit.
A Walmart employee stopped the woman and asked to see her receipt which she could not provide him. As she looked for the receipt, another employee walked up and noticed she had pepper spray, which they asked if she was planning to use, and she said she was not.
She then proceeded to spray toward the basket, the two employees in the face and leave the store. Complete article
LUBBOCK, Texas – A woman, Christianna Cano, 20, was arrested and accused of pepper-spraying two employees Sunday at Walmart, 11415 Quaker Ave., then robbing the store, according to a Lubbock Police report.
According to the police report, surveillance footage showed what appeared to be the woman pretending to scan her items at self-checkout, then walking toward the grocery exit.
A Walmart employee stopped the woman and asked to see her receipt which she could not provide him. As she looked for the receipt, another employee walked up and noticed she had pepper spray, which they asked if she was planning to use, and she said she was not.
She then proceeded to spray toward the basket, the two employees in the face and leave the store. Complete article
Florida woman throws tantrum after being caught stealing at Walmart 02/09/2022
WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (WFLA) – Police in Winter Haven, Florida, are looking for a woman who threw a hissy fit in a Walmart after she was caught trying to walk away with a cart full of merchandise.
On Feb. 2, the woman was seen filling up a cart with toys and groceries before scanning the items at the self-checkout area.
Officers said the woman lingered for about 15 minutes before taking the full cart and trying to walk out of the store without paying. ....
The woman proceeded to grab a Barbie doll out of the cart and walked away, saying she was going to pay for it. An employee asked her to come back to the kiosk to pay, which is when the woman threw the box at the employee, hitting her in the face and cutting her lip. Complete article
WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (WFLA) – Police in Winter Haven, Florida, are looking for a woman who threw a hissy fit in a Walmart after she was caught trying to walk away with a cart full of merchandise.
On Feb. 2, the woman was seen filling up a cart with toys and groceries before scanning the items at the self-checkout area.
Officers said the woman lingered for about 15 minutes before taking the full cart and trying to walk out of the store without paying. ....
The woman proceeded to grab a Barbie doll out of the cart and walked away, saying she was going to pay for it. An employee asked her to come back to the kiosk to pay, which is when the woman threw the box at the employee, hitting her in the face and cutting her lip. Complete article
Woman attempts to shoplift; flings shopping cart at AV Ca. Walmart employee 02/08/2022
She got away, then got caught. It happened on Sunday, February 6, 2022, at just after 4:00 pm in the afternoon. Deputies from the Apple Valley Police Department got a call from the Walmart off Highway 18 for a report of a woman shoplifter who pushed her way out of the store with a cart of stolen merchandise.
The woman wasn't there when police showed up. Authorities learned the woman, now identified as Natosha Sutton, entered Walmart, picked a few items to put in her shopping cart , and then chose to exit through the front door without paying for all of the merchandise and showing her receipt.
When a Walmart employee asked Sutton to show her receipt, she became upset and pushed her way out the front door. Sutton flung a shopping cart and it hit an employee as she booked it out the exit. Sutton left the Walmart parking lot in a red Jeep. Police found her though and was Sutton was arrested a short time later at Flathead Road and Tonawanda Road by police. Complete article
She got away, then got caught. It happened on Sunday, February 6, 2022, at just after 4:00 pm in the afternoon. Deputies from the Apple Valley Police Department got a call from the Walmart off Highway 18 for a report of a woman shoplifter who pushed her way out of the store with a cart of stolen merchandise.
The woman wasn't there when police showed up. Authorities learned the woman, now identified as Natosha Sutton, entered Walmart, picked a few items to put in her shopping cart , and then chose to exit through the front door without paying for all of the merchandise and showing her receipt.
When a Walmart employee asked Sutton to show her receipt, she became upset and pushed her way out the front door. Sutton flung a shopping cart and it hit an employee as she booked it out the exit. Sutton left the Walmart parking lot in a red Jeep. Police found her though and was Sutton was arrested a short time later at Flathead Road and Tonawanda Road by police. Complete article
Man arrested for allegedly groping female employees at Ga. Walmart 02/07/2022
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Walmart Employee Shares Which Products Are Seeing Price Hikes in Viral Video 02/08/2022
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Lady Lake price tag-switching suspect arrested at Fla. Walmart 02/08/2022
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Shoplifter steals car from Alabama Walmart parking lot, crashes into police vehicle 02/08/2022
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A shoplifter was arrested on Tuesday after stealing a car from the Walmart parking lot and crashing into a ravine, according to a Facebook post from Jasper Police Department.
Shortly after 5 p.m., police stated in the post that the suspect stole a car with the owner’s dog still inside. When officers arrived to the scene, the suspect hit a police vehicle head-on.
Officers went on a pursuit on Highway 78 when the suspect wrecked into a ravine. Complete article
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A shoplifter was arrested on Tuesday after stealing a car from the Walmart parking lot and crashing into a ravine, according to a Facebook post from Jasper Police Department.
Shortly after 5 p.m., police stated in the post that the suspect stole a car with the owner’s dog still inside. When officers arrived to the scene, the suspect hit a police vehicle head-on.
Officers went on a pursuit on Highway 78 when the suspect wrecked into a ravine. Complete article
‘The favoritism be so real’: TikToker says Walmart promoted manager who acquired 10 late strikes, multiple complaints 02/08/2022
A Walmart employee and TikToker said that one of her coworkers was promoted despite having “10 points, 5 write ups and 3 complaints.”
In a TikTok posted on Jan. 30, TikToker @fuxesp and a friend reenacted a Walmart employee being “bumped up to team lead” despite multiple disciplinary infractions against them. The video was set to the sound that features actor Angus Cloud from Euphoria‘s voice saying, “You’re confused? I’m fucking confused” and has received over 235,000 views.
@fuxesp commented on the video saying she works as a “regular cashier” and is not a team lead. In the video’s caption, @fuxesp wrote that the video was just a joke. She reiterated that to the Daily Dot in an Instagram message, but said that it was based on a recent situation at work.
“We recently had a really good team lead and she left us. Her replacement has had multiple complaints, disrespected costumers. And even overworked minors,” the TikToker told the Daily Dot. She said the new team lead inspired the TikTok. Complete article
A Walmart employee and TikToker said that one of her coworkers was promoted despite having “10 points, 5 write ups and 3 complaints.”
In a TikTok posted on Jan. 30, TikToker @fuxesp and a friend reenacted a Walmart employee being “bumped up to team lead” despite multiple disciplinary infractions against them. The video was set to the sound that features actor Angus Cloud from Euphoria‘s voice saying, “You’re confused? I’m fucking confused” and has received over 235,000 views.
@fuxesp commented on the video saying she works as a “regular cashier” and is not a team lead. In the video’s caption, @fuxesp wrote that the video was just a joke. She reiterated that to the Daily Dot in an Instagram message, but said that it was based on a recent situation at work.
“We recently had a really good team lead and she left us. Her replacement has had multiple complaints, disrespected costumers. And even overworked minors,” the TikToker told the Daily Dot. She said the new team lead inspired the TikTok. Complete article
Why are there hundreds of Walmart shipping containers on private property in Apple Valley Ca.? 02/07/2022
The arrival of hundreds of Walmart shipping containers in unincorporated Apple Valley has drawn the attention of neighbors, commuters, and government officials.
Emblazoned with the Walmart name and logo, the white containers are on private property on Deep Creek Road, between Round-Up Way and Rock Springs Road.
County of San Bernardino spokesman David Wert told the Daily Press via email that code enforcers have received complaints about the containers and recently issued a notice of violation to the property owner for improper use of his land. Complete article
The arrival of hundreds of Walmart shipping containers in unincorporated Apple Valley has drawn the attention of neighbors, commuters, and government officials.
Emblazoned with the Walmart name and logo, the white containers are on private property on Deep Creek Road, between Round-Up Way and Rock Springs Road.
County of San Bernardino spokesman David Wert told the Daily Press via email that code enforcers have received complaints about the containers and recently issued a notice of violation to the property owner for improper use of his land. Complete article
Two accused of theft at Walmart in Elkhart Ind. 02/09/2022
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Man pleads guilty to Ill. Walmart coronavirus prank 02/10/2022 The offense occurred on Feb. 2, 2020, (six weeks before there was a significant report of the virus and a lockdown in the USA) at Walmart, 1401 Route 59. Several days beforehand, the World Health Organization had declared the coronavirus outbreak a public health emergency of international concern. ... The stunt ended up costing more than $7,300 in loss of product, according to Walmart, and the cost of cleanup was in excess of $2,400.
Police: Shots fired during argument at Greece NY Walmart 02/10/2022
GREECE, N.Y. (WHEC) — Shots were fired at the Walmart on Dewey Avenue and English Road in Greece Thursday night after police say an argument between two men who both had guns in the store escalated.
A customer who was in the store, shopping with her family told News10NBC that she heard at least three shots, which sent customers running in all directions, leaving their carts behind.
That woman said she tried to hide in one of the aisles, then met up with her family and immediately left the store. Complete article
Witnesses describe moment shots were fired at Walmart in Greece NY 02/10/2022 As she was heading out of the Dewey Avenue store, she thought she heard gunshots. "I'm going to guess six to eight shots and then I got in my car pretty quick and then closed the door and I looked around," she said.
GREECE, N.Y. (WHEC) — Shots were fired at the Walmart on Dewey Avenue and English Road in Greece Thursday night after police say an argument between two men who both had guns in the store escalated.
A customer who was in the store, shopping with her family told News10NBC that she heard at least three shots, which sent customers running in all directions, leaving their carts behind.
That woman said she tried to hide in one of the aisles, then met up with her family and immediately left the store. Complete article
Witnesses describe moment shots were fired at Walmart in Greece NY 02/10/2022 As she was heading out of the Dewey Avenue store, she thought she heard gunshots. "I'm going to guess six to eight shots and then I got in my car pretty quick and then closed the door and I looked around," she said.
Police Blotter: Woman Stuck in Donation Box at NM Wal-Mart 02/11/2022
7:56 p.m. A Walmart caller said a woman and three men were fighting by the entrance of the store. The caller said the woman was chasing the men with a hammer.
11:55 p.m. A Walmart caller said someone was stuck in the donation box. Police helped get the woman out.
1:56 a.m. A police officer stopped a man on North Railroad Avenue, who was carrying a piece of artwork with a mirror. He said he got it out of the donation box at Walmart. Complete article
7:56 p.m. A Walmart caller said a woman and three men were fighting by the entrance of the store. The caller said the woman was chasing the men with a hammer.
11:55 p.m. A Walmart caller said someone was stuck in the donation box. Police helped get the woman out.
1:56 a.m. A police officer stopped a man on North Railroad Avenue, who was carrying a piece of artwork with a mirror. He said he got it out of the donation box at Walmart. Complete article
2 New Hanover NC stores fined for price-scanning errors 02/11/2022
Two stores in New Hanover County were among 22 fined for price-scanning errors following an investigation by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services' Standards Division.
According to a Friday news release from the department, the state collected fines from Dollar General, Walmart, Target, Family Dollar and Tractor Supply stores in 16 counties after finding "excessive" price-scanner errors resulted in customers being overcharged.
The department conducts "periodic, unannounced" price-scanner inspections to check for accuracy between the advertised price and the price that rings up at the scanner.
The Wilmington Walmart on Sigmon Road paid $3,665 in fines, the release said. Inspections in May, June, August and October of last year found overcharges on between 3% and 7% of purchases each month. Complete article
Two stores in New Hanover County were among 22 fined for price-scanning errors following an investigation by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services' Standards Division.
According to a Friday news release from the department, the state collected fines from Dollar General, Walmart, Target, Family Dollar and Tractor Supply stores in 16 counties after finding "excessive" price-scanner errors resulted in customers being overcharged.
The department conducts "periodic, unannounced" price-scanner inspections to check for accuracy between the advertised price and the price that rings up at the scanner.
The Wilmington Walmart on Sigmon Road paid $3,665 in fines, the release said. Inspections in May, June, August and October of last year found overcharges on between 3% and 7% of purchases each month. Complete article
Walmart Employee Gets Trapped In Building, Boss Tells Him To Stay There Overnight! 02/13/2022
One Walmart employee had the scare of a lifetime.
The worker took to Reddit’s legal advice forum to ask what they should do. The employee was stationed inside the fast-food restaurant, which is located inside many Walmart locations. While he was trying to leave, the gate door seized and he was unable to get out. Both his direct boss and Walmart’s head manager told him to wait, inside the closed fast food location, all night until morning.
The employee was, fortunately, able to use his phone to reach out for advice. Should he call the fire department? Would he be fired? Take a look at the situation as it developed below!
‘If I Had Some Sort Of Medical Emergency In Here, I’m Not Sure What I’d Do’ Complete article
[PA] Employee (me) stuck in building 02/12/2022
OP gets locked in at work 02/12/2022
Employer allows employee to be trapped onsite until morning 02/12/2022
One Walmart employee had the scare of a lifetime.
The worker took to Reddit’s legal advice forum to ask what they should do. The employee was stationed inside the fast-food restaurant, which is located inside many Walmart locations. While he was trying to leave, the gate door seized and he was unable to get out. Both his direct boss and Walmart’s head manager told him to wait, inside the closed fast food location, all night until morning.
The employee was, fortunately, able to use his phone to reach out for advice. Should he call the fire department? Would he be fired? Take a look at the situation as it developed below!
‘If I Had Some Sort Of Medical Emergency In Here, I’m Not Sure What I’d Do’ Complete article
[PA] Employee (me) stuck in building 02/12/2022
OP gets locked in at work 02/12/2022
Employer allows employee to be trapped onsite until morning 02/12/2022
‘Holy sh*t. It’s come to this’: Viral TikTok shows steak locked up to prevent theft at Walmart 02/10/2022
A viral TikTok shows a package of $20 ribeye steak at a Walmart in Florida chained with an electronic security tag, seemingly to prevent theft.
“Yo, you’ve got to be kidding me,” says Michael Fromhold (@oakwood19136), who posted the TikTok on Monday. “Walmart now has the steak locked up. Holy shit. It’s come to this. This is getting bad now.”
By Thursday, the TikTok had over 3.8 million views.
In the comments, people were surprised at the video. “Wow!!! Never thought I would ever see something like that!!” one person commented.
“It’s a sad world we live in now,” a TikToker commented.
“So that’s how you get the grill marks,” another person wrote.
“That’s why I go to Target,” one person commented. Complete article
A viral TikTok shows a package of $20 ribeye steak at a Walmart in Florida chained with an electronic security tag, seemingly to prevent theft.
“Yo, you’ve got to be kidding me,” says Michael Fromhold (@oakwood19136), who posted the TikTok on Monday. “Walmart now has the steak locked up. Holy shit. It’s come to this. This is getting bad now.”
By Thursday, the TikTok had over 3.8 million views.
In the comments, people were surprised at the video. “Wow!!! Never thought I would ever see something like that!!” one person commented.
“It’s a sad world we live in now,” a TikToker commented.
“So that’s how you get the grill marks,” another person wrote.
“That’s why I go to Target,” one person commented. Complete article
Walmart Is Sued For Gender And Race Discrimination By EEOC 02/11/2022
Days after former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores sued the NFL and others for discrimination, another discrimination lawsuit is in the news. But this time the alleged discrimination took place in the retail industry.
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) charged in a lawsuit it announced today that a Walmart store in Iowa violated federal law when it gave a Black female employee an unsanitary lactation space based upon her race and failed to promote her based on sex stereotypes about mothers with small children.
The EEOC said it seeking back pay, compensatory damages and punitive damages for the former employee, as well as injunctive relief to prevent future discrimination. Complete article
Days after former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores sued the NFL and others for discrimination, another discrimination lawsuit is in the news. But this time the alleged discrimination took place in the retail industry.
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) charged in a lawsuit it announced today that a Walmart store in Iowa violated federal law when it gave a Black female employee an unsanitary lactation space based upon her race and failed to promote her based on sex stereotypes about mothers with small children.
The EEOC said it seeking back pay, compensatory damages and punitive damages for the former employee, as well as injunctive relief to prevent future discrimination. Complete article
Walmart ends mask policy for fully vaccinated employees 02/11/2022
BENTONVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Walmart announced on February 11 it has ended its mask mandate for fully vaccinated employees and plans to end its daily health screenings and paid COVID-19 leave.
According to a news release from the company, fully vaccinated employees will not be required to wear masks at any Walmart or Sam’s Club facility effective immediately unless required by a state or local mandate or ordinance.
Walmart says it will continue to monitor the situation and advise of any changes.
The company considers fully vaccinated to be the full two-dose regimen of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Complete article
BENTONVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Walmart announced on February 11 it has ended its mask mandate for fully vaccinated employees and plans to end its daily health screenings and paid COVID-19 leave.
According to a news release from the company, fully vaccinated employees will not be required to wear masks at any Walmart or Sam’s Club facility effective immediately unless required by a state or local mandate or ordinance.
Walmart says it will continue to monitor the situation and advise of any changes.
The company considers fully vaccinated to be the full two-dose regimen of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Complete article
Couple steals 10K in goods from Tx. Walmart, police say 02/09/2022
Man arrested in Jan. 6 Capitol riots was on probation for NC Walmart shooting in Smithfield, in Dec. 2019, officials say 02/10/2022
Police searching for man who exposed himself at Henry County Ga. Walmart 02/10/2022
Woman skips register with 2 TVs, soundbar from Winter Haven Fla. Walmart, police say 02/10/2022
Four Indicted in Fatal Shooting of Hammonton, NJ, Teen in Walmart Parking Lot in Oct. 2021 02/10/2022
Female felon facing more charges after attempting to steal from Galesburg Ill. Walmart 02/11/2022
Pennsylvania State Police investigating after shooting outside New Castle Pa. Walmart 02/14/2022
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police are investigating after a reported shooting in a Walmart parking lot in New Castle.
The shooting happened at around 4:30 p.m. at the Walmart on W State Street, according to investigators.
Several police cars were present near the scene. The Walmart is near a lot of other businesses, such as McDonald’s and Arby’s.
Details are limited right now, but we do know that one person was taken to the hospital. Police haven’t released their condition. Complete article
Woman found shot in Walmart parking lot in Lawrence County 02/15/2022
PSP: Woman shot herself outside area Walmart 02/14/2022
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police are investigating after a reported shooting in a Walmart parking lot in New Castle.
The shooting happened at around 4:30 p.m. at the Walmart on W State Street, according to investigators.
Several police cars were present near the scene. The Walmart is near a lot of other businesses, such as McDonald’s and Arby’s.
Details are limited right now, but we do know that one person was taken to the hospital. Police haven’t released their condition. Complete article
Woman found shot in Walmart parking lot in Lawrence County 02/15/2022
PSP: Woman shot herself outside area Walmart 02/14/2022
2 charged in armed robbery of Walmart in Spokane Valley Wash. 02/14/2022
Two people were arrested Sunday in connection to an armed robbery reported at the Walmart on East Sprague Avenue in Spokane Valley.
Kyle C. Teeples, 30, and Victoria R. Orden, 33, are facing felony charges stemming from the incident, which occurred around 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the 5025 E. Sprague Ave. store, according to a release from Spokane Valley deputies.
Deputies said Teeples flashed a handgun when store security attempted to contact him and Orden after they passed the checkout area without paying for items. The two then fled the store south on foot toward the South Carnahan Road intersection.
Responding deputies found Teeples and Orden walking near the area of South Carnahan Road and East Second Avenue, according to the sheriff’s office. Complete article
Two people were arrested Sunday in connection to an armed robbery reported at the Walmart on East Sprague Avenue in Spokane Valley.
Kyle C. Teeples, 30, and Victoria R. Orden, 33, are facing felony charges stemming from the incident, which occurred around 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the 5025 E. Sprague Ave. store, according to a release from Spokane Valley deputies.
Deputies said Teeples flashed a handgun when store security attempted to contact him and Orden after they passed the checkout area without paying for items. The two then fled the store south on foot toward the South Carnahan Road intersection.
Responding deputies found Teeples and Orden walking near the area of South Carnahan Road and East Second Avenue, according to the sheriff’s office. Complete article
West Memphis Arkansas police searching for man involved in altercation at Walmart 02/15/2022
WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. (WMC) - West Memphis police are searching for a man that was involved in an altercation Tuesday morning at Walmart.
The police said a Black male was inside the store when an altercation broke out and he threatened to go to his car and get his gun.
The vehicle is a silver Honda with drive-out tags, according to West Memphis Police Department.
Luckily no shots were fired and no one was injured. Complete article
WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. (WMC) - West Memphis police are searching for a man that was involved in an altercation Tuesday morning at Walmart.
The police said a Black male was inside the store when an altercation broke out and he threatened to go to his car and get his gun.
The vehicle is a silver Honda with drive-out tags, according to West Memphis Police Department.
Luckily no shots were fired and no one was injured. Complete article
Walmart Employee Pepper-Sprayed by Alleged Shoplifter in Bristol Conn. 02/15/2022
A Walmart employee was pepper-sprayed by a woman who was allegedly shoplifting in Bristol late Monday night.
According to Bristol Police, security for Bristol Walmart located at 1400 Farmington Ave., noticed a woman shoplifting, placing items into her personal bag, and left the store.
Officials said security asked the woman for her receipt and when she ignored them, they tried to retrieve the stolen items.
The woman turned around and pepper-sprayed the employee, police said. She proceeded to flee the scene in a dark-colored two-door vehicle with tinted windows and what appeared to be a temporary plate on the back. Complete article
A Walmart employee was pepper-sprayed by a woman who was allegedly shoplifting in Bristol late Monday night.
According to Bristol Police, security for Bristol Walmart located at 1400 Farmington Ave., noticed a woman shoplifting, placing items into her personal bag, and left the store.
Officials said security asked the woman for her receipt and when she ignored them, they tried to retrieve the stolen items.
The woman turned around and pepper-sprayed the employee, police said. She proceeded to flee the scene in a dark-colored two-door vehicle with tinted windows and what appeared to be a temporary plate on the back. Complete article
Woman arrested for shoplifting after chasing elderly lady on Ga. Walmart scooter 02/15/2022
A Watkinsville woman who allegedly chased an elderly woman who was trying to escape in an electric shopping scooter at Walmart was eventually arrested on shoplifting charges, Madison Police reports state.
Young Lee Arrington, 46, was arrested and charged with shoplifting on Wednesday, Feb. 9, after Madison Police Department officers were called to Walmart, Eatonton Road, at 6 p.m. regarding two women having a dispute. Reports state that Arrington told officers that she and an elderly woman had engaged in a verbal confrontation after Arrington’s daughter was bouncing a ball near the elderly woman.
The officer noted that the elderly woman had left Walmart by the time police arrived. However, the report states, the officer reviewed surveillance video of the confrontation and stated “it was apparent that Arrington was the aggressor during the dispute.” Complete article
A Watkinsville woman who allegedly chased an elderly woman who was trying to escape in an electric shopping scooter at Walmart was eventually arrested on shoplifting charges, Madison Police reports state.
Young Lee Arrington, 46, was arrested and charged with shoplifting on Wednesday, Feb. 9, after Madison Police Department officers were called to Walmart, Eatonton Road, at 6 p.m. regarding two women having a dispute. Reports state that Arrington told officers that she and an elderly woman had engaged in a verbal confrontation after Arrington’s daughter was bouncing a ball near the elderly woman.
The officer noted that the elderly woman had left Walmart by the time police arrived. However, the report states, the officer reviewed surveillance video of the confrontation and stated “it was apparent that Arrington was the aggressor during the dispute.” Complete article
Lincoln Nebraska PD: Man driving stolen car from Illinois arrested in Walmart parking lot 02/15/2022
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The Lincoln Police Department arrested a man they say was driving a stolen car from Illinois.
On Monday, around 3 p.m., officers were at Walmart, off 27th and Superior Streets, for an unrelated event when LPD said loss prevention personnel alerted them to a man who had tried forcing his way into the loss prevention office and was seated in a black Nissan Xterra in the lot.
LPD said officers watched as a woman left the store and got into the black Nissan Xterra.
According to police, officers obtained information that the car was possibly stolen and the driver, a 33-year-old man, had either a real or a realistic-looking handgun in the car. Complete article
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The Lincoln Police Department arrested a man they say was driving a stolen car from Illinois.
On Monday, around 3 p.m., officers were at Walmart, off 27th and Superior Streets, for an unrelated event when LPD said loss prevention personnel alerted them to a man who had tried forcing his way into the loss prevention office and was seated in a black Nissan Xterra in the lot.
LPD said officers watched as a woman left the store and got into the black Nissan Xterra.
According to police, officers obtained information that the car was possibly stolen and the driver, a 33-year-old man, had either a real or a realistic-looking handgun in the car. Complete article
‘Makes me not even want to buy anything’: TikToker says Walmart worker froze her self-checkout kiosk, called security on her family 02/14/2022
A woman’s series of videos in which she says she and her sisters had their transaction frozen and security called while trying to use the self-checkout at Walmart has garnered over 2.2 million views.
In the videos, @sexyshawn13 tells her viewers that she and her sisters went shopping for a baby shower and attempted to pay for the items with three separate transactions. A store employee then allegedly froze their self-checkout kiosk and called security on them. It’s unclear what led up to this in the video.
“We at self-checkout in Walmart, we in the little speedy checkout,” she says. “It’s me and my sisters so we got three different transactions. We just told the lady that, and she called the motherfuckin’ security on us.”
She goes on to say that the Walmart store employee who locked their register was busying herself with other customers to avoid unlocking their checkout till.
In follow-up videos, additional store staff can be seen attending to the situation and “surrounding” the TikToker and her sisters in the self-checkout. In the background of one, the TikToker’s sister can be heard saying the situation “makes me not even want to buy anything.” Eventually, they are able to leave with their purchases. Complete article
A woman’s series of videos in which she says she and her sisters had their transaction frozen and security called while trying to use the self-checkout at Walmart has garnered over 2.2 million views.
In the videos, @sexyshawn13 tells her viewers that she and her sisters went shopping for a baby shower and attempted to pay for the items with three separate transactions. A store employee then allegedly froze their self-checkout kiosk and called security on them. It’s unclear what led up to this in the video.
“We at self-checkout in Walmart, we in the little speedy checkout,” she says. “It’s me and my sisters so we got three different transactions. We just told the lady that, and she called the motherfuckin’ security on us.”
She goes on to say that the Walmart store employee who locked their register was busying herself with other customers to avoid unlocking their checkout till.
In follow-up videos, additional store staff can be seen attending to the situation and “surrounding” the TikToker and her sisters in the self-checkout. In the background of one, the TikToker’s sister can be heard saying the situation “makes me not even want to buy anything.” Eventually, they are able to leave with their purchases. Complete article
New details on gunman shot 40+ times, killed by police after Walmart kidnapping, carjackings in Franklin Wisc. last Sept. 02/10/2022 Nine responding officers from three local agencies, one suspect involved in a bizarre crime spree, and in the end, a total of 44 shots fired.
Perry Ga. Police asking for public's help with identifying Walmart shoplifter 02/11/2022
Two arrested after stealing multiple items from Ind. Walmart 02/11/2022
Blotter: Theft reported at Victoria Tx. Walmart 02/11/2022
CRIME STOPPERS: Fake bills passed at Moline Ill. Walmart 02/10/2022
Woman wanted for using stolen credit card at Fresno Ca. Walmart, deputies say 02/12/2022
'You can help me load these up,' Florida shoplifter tells Fla. Walmart clerk 02/14/2022
Woman dragged by car after thief steals purse at Hermitage Tenn. Walmart 02/15/2022
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — The Metro Nashville Police Department is investigating after a man robbed a woman at the Hermitage Walmart Sunday afternoon.
Police were called to the store around 11:30 a.m. after Kristina Calvin had just finished shopping for her entire family. The mother was walking with two carts full of items and started to load the items into the back of her trunk when a strange hand reached into her cart.
“I turned around to get another bag of groceries and just saw a hand reach into my cart and grab my purse, and I looked up and it was a man running,” remembered Calvin. Complete article
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — The Metro Nashville Police Department is investigating after a man robbed a woman at the Hermitage Walmart Sunday afternoon.
Police were called to the store around 11:30 a.m. after Kristina Calvin had just finished shopping for her entire family. The mother was walking with two carts full of items and started to load the items into the back of her trunk when a strange hand reached into her cart.
“I turned around to get another bag of groceries and just saw a hand reach into my cart and grab my purse, and I looked up and it was a man running,” remembered Calvin. Complete article
Man with knife arrested for threatening WV Walmart employees 02/16/2022
VIENNA, W.Va. (WOWK) — A man has been arrested after allegedly threatening employees of a Vienna Walmart with a knife to get a firearm and ammunition.
According to the Vienna Police Department, at around 7 p.m. on Feb. 15, officers were dispatched to a Vienna Walmart about a “disorderly male in the sporting goods section.”
They say John Michael Lufft, 34 of Wheeling, was trying to get a firearm and ammunition by threatening employees with a knife. Lufft allegedly said that if the employee did not comply, he would break the glass of the display. Complete article
Man who allegedly threatened WV Walmart workers held without bond 02/18/2022
VIENNA, W.Va. (WOWK) — A man has been arrested after allegedly threatening employees of a Vienna Walmart with a knife to get a firearm and ammunition.
According to the Vienna Police Department, at around 7 p.m. on Feb. 15, officers were dispatched to a Vienna Walmart about a “disorderly male in the sporting goods section.”
They say John Michael Lufft, 34 of Wheeling, was trying to get a firearm and ammunition by threatening employees with a knife. Lufft allegedly said that if the employee did not comply, he would break the glass of the display. Complete article
Man who allegedly threatened WV Walmart workers held without bond 02/18/2022
‘They talk about employees behind their back’: Ill. Walmart worker quits, calls out managers over loudspeaker in viral TikTok 02/15/2022
The worker accused his managers of mocking his autistic co-worker and hiding during rushes.
A former Walmart employee has gone viral for quitting his job over loudspeaker. In his announcement, he accuses the managers of mocking disabled employees as well as hiding in the back room during busy periods.
The TikTok, which was posted on Feb. 11, already has over 258,300 views at the time of writing.
The video begins with an automated voiceover as the user, who appears to be wearing a Walmart uniform, approaches the in-store PA system. “I decided to quit Walmart today, and this is what happened,” the voiceover narrated.
The employee, who identified himself as Robbie Jaggers to the Daily Dot, then picks up the phone and cites his reasons for leaving—appearing to implicate members of Walmart management in the process. Jaggers also confirmed to the Daily Dot that the Walmart branch in question was located in Naperville, Illinois.
“Attention all Walmart shoppers and members of management,” he says, beginning the broadcast. “It has come to my attention that the managers in the online grocery pickup department don’t respect any of their employees, and that they’d rather hide and be on their phones when it gets busy.”
He continues, “They also like making fun of employees with autism, and they are blatantly disrespecting every employee in that back room.” Complete article
The worker accused his managers of mocking his autistic co-worker and hiding during rushes.
A former Walmart employee has gone viral for quitting his job over loudspeaker. In his announcement, he accuses the managers of mocking disabled employees as well as hiding in the back room during busy periods.
The TikTok, which was posted on Feb. 11, already has over 258,300 views at the time of writing.
The video begins with an automated voiceover as the user, who appears to be wearing a Walmart uniform, approaches the in-store PA system. “I decided to quit Walmart today, and this is what happened,” the voiceover narrated.
The employee, who identified himself as Robbie Jaggers to the Daily Dot, then picks up the phone and cites his reasons for leaving—appearing to implicate members of Walmart management in the process. Jaggers also confirmed to the Daily Dot that the Walmart branch in question was located in Naperville, Illinois.
“Attention all Walmart shoppers and members of management,” he says, beginning the broadcast. “It has come to my attention that the managers in the online grocery pickup department don’t respect any of their employees, and that they’d rather hide and be on their phones when it gets busy.”
He continues, “They also like making fun of employees with autism, and they are blatantly disrespecting every employee in that back room.” Complete article
Vermont Walmart Jan. hit-and-run defendant hit with new charge 02/14/2022
Man sought as suspect in Fort Myers Fla. Walmart thefts worth over $7K 02/15/2022 From Jan. 3 to Jan. 20, deputies say the suspect committed multiple thefts from the Walmart located at 14821 Ben C Pratt/6 Mile Cypress Parkway.
First Black woman to drive a truck for Walmart looks back at her career 02/15/2022
Hearing scheduled Wednesday for accused El Paso Tx. Walmart mass shooter 02/15/2022
Holyoke man arrested after stabbing at Walmart in Northampton Mass. 02/17/2022
NORTHAMPTON, Mass. (WWLP) – A Holyoke man has been arrested after a Walmart employee was stabbed Thursday morning.
According to Northampton police, around 5:04 a.m. Thursday morning officers were called to Walmart for a report of two employees in an altercation. When officers arrived, they found one of the men with multiple stab wounds. He was taken to Cooley Dickinson Hospital for his injuries but is expected to be okay.
Police later found the suspect, a 23-year-old man from Holyoke, and arrested him. He will be charged with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon (knife). Complete article
Police: stabbing at Northampton Mass. Walmart over spilled milk 02/17/2022
NORTHAMPTON, Mass. (WWLP) – A Holyoke man has been arrested after a Walmart employee was stabbed Thursday morning.
According to Northampton police, around 5:04 a.m. Thursday morning officers were called to Walmart for a report of two employees in an altercation. When officers arrived, they found one of the men with multiple stab wounds. He was taken to Cooley Dickinson Hospital for his injuries but is expected to be okay.
Police later found the suspect, a 23-year-old man from Holyoke, and arrested him. He will be charged with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon (knife). Complete article
Police: stabbing at Northampton Mass. Walmart over spilled milk 02/17/2022
Caught on camera: Man punches woman outside Walmart in Humble Tx. on Valentine's Day 02/18/2022
HUMBLE, Texas (KTRK) -- Humble police are hoping the public can help them identify a man who was caught on camera punching a woman in the face on Valentine's Day.
"I'm a tough cookie," said Krystal Blacklock, with a smile.
Blacklock's right arm is now resting in a sling after an attack Monday at a Walmart in Humble. Surveillance video caught what happened as she was leaving the store.
"He almost hit me with the vehicle. I literally had to take a step back Otherwise, I would've gotten hit by a SUV," said Blacklock. Complete article
HUMBLE, Texas (KTRK) -- Humble police are hoping the public can help them identify a man who was caught on camera punching a woman in the face on Valentine's Day.
"I'm a tough cookie," said Krystal Blacklock, with a smile.
Blacklock's right arm is now resting in a sling after an attack Monday at a Walmart in Humble. Surveillance video caught what happened as she was leaving the store.
"He almost hit me with the vehicle. I literally had to take a step back Otherwise, I would've gotten hit by a SUV," said Blacklock. Complete article
Suspect missing after allegedly injuring a woman in Tenn. Walmart parking lot 02/17/2022
NASHVILLE, TN (WSMV) – Metro Police detectives released surveillance photos in hopes of locating the man who stole a woman's purse and injured her in a Walmart parking lot on Sunday morning.
Kristina Calvin told News 4 she was loading her groceries into her vehicle in the Walmart parking lot located on 4424 Lebanon Pk. at 11:30 a.m. That's when police said a suspect grabbed Calvin's purse from the shopping cart.
Police said Calvin attempted to get her purse back. MNPD said the suspect pushed her and got into the driver's seat of a minivan that had been parked next to the victim's vehicle.
Calvin told police she watched as the suspect quickly reversed, dragging her for a short distance before falling to the ground. Complete article
NASHVILLE, TN (WSMV) – Metro Police detectives released surveillance photos in hopes of locating the man who stole a woman's purse and injured her in a Walmart parking lot on Sunday morning.
Kristina Calvin told News 4 she was loading her groceries into her vehicle in the Walmart parking lot located on 4424 Lebanon Pk. at 11:30 a.m. That's when police said a suspect grabbed Calvin's purse from the shopping cart.
Police said Calvin attempted to get her purse back. MNPD said the suspect pushed her and got into the driver's seat of a minivan that had been parked next to the victim's vehicle.
Calvin told police she watched as the suspect quickly reversed, dragging her for a short distance before falling to the ground. Complete article
Fire inside Carlisle Pa. Walmart caught on video 02/17/2022
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. — On Feb. 16, Hannah Whitsell said she was in Walmart on 60 Nobel Blvd in Carlisle, when she heard a popping noise a few aisles away in the toy section.
“I heard this loud pop. And the age we live in, I was like oh no, to me it sounded like a shooting. So, I just froze. And then went back to looking at hair care stuff and heard another loud pop and at that point I was like, maybe I should head to check out. When I turned the corner, I saw the toy section and there was a huge flame,” Whitsell said.
She said she heard some employees screaming and saw one man running towards her in a panic.
“He was asking where fire extinguishers are and he was really flustered as anyone would be, so I was like let’s check the camping section. Then at that point, the fire was getting worse, and alarms were going off and we were like, we got to get out of here.” Whitsell explained. Complete article
Fire chief to Walmart gawkers: A video’s ‘not worth your life’ 02/17/2022 CARLISLE, Pa. (WHTM) — Watching video of what happened at Walmart Wednesday night — a fire now considered a likely case of arson — it was hard for most of us to miss the flames in the toy aisle.
State police arrest person suspected of starting fire in central Pa. Walmart 02/23/2022
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. — On Feb. 16, Hannah Whitsell said she was in Walmart on 60 Nobel Blvd in Carlisle, when she heard a popping noise a few aisles away in the toy section.
“I heard this loud pop. And the age we live in, I was like oh no, to me it sounded like a shooting. So, I just froze. And then went back to looking at hair care stuff and heard another loud pop and at that point I was like, maybe I should head to check out. When I turned the corner, I saw the toy section and there was a huge flame,” Whitsell said.
She said she heard some employees screaming and saw one man running towards her in a panic.
“He was asking where fire extinguishers are and he was really flustered as anyone would be, so I was like let’s check the camping section. Then at that point, the fire was getting worse, and alarms were going off and we were like, we got to get out of here.” Whitsell explained. Complete article
Fire chief to Walmart gawkers: A video’s ‘not worth your life’ 02/17/2022 CARLISLE, Pa. (WHTM) — Watching video of what happened at Walmart Wednesday night — a fire now considered a likely case of arson — it was hard for most of us to miss the flames in the toy aisle.
State police arrest person suspected of starting fire in central Pa. Walmart 02/23/2022
Walmart May Soon Become The Largest Primary Care Provider In The Country 02/16/2022
Over the years, Walmart has proven time and again its deep-rooted resilience, ability to adapt, and commitment to innovation. For decades now, the company has been known as a retail powerhouse, consistently managing to provide products at discount prices and great value. Furthermore, Walmart has been able to capitalize on something unique that nearly no other retailer has been able to achieve: deep penetration into the fabric of American society and culture. This reputation has given the company the bandwidth and ability to survive even the toughest battles against online retailers such as Amazon or other large retailers such as Target and Kroger.
These factors have equally positioned Walmart to potentially become one of the largest healthcare players in the country, especially with regards to increasing access to quality healthcare for populations that most need it.
As of today, Walmart operates nearly 4,700+ stores in the U.S. alone, indicating its strong national reach. Leveraging this prolific physical presence into providing healthcare is a natural step for a company, especially with Walmart’s experienced leadership expertise and resources. As I wrote about last year, Walmart has rapidly been ramping up its healthcare business, providing retail customers robust primary care services in select locations. The company’s Care Clinic concept offers services such as “Primary Care, Dental, Counseling, Labs & x-rays, Health screening, Optometry, Hearing, Fitness and Nutrition, Health insurance & enrollement,” and is currently being offered in various states, including Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Texas, etc. Complete article
Over the years, Walmart has proven time and again its deep-rooted resilience, ability to adapt, and commitment to innovation. For decades now, the company has been known as a retail powerhouse, consistently managing to provide products at discount prices and great value. Furthermore, Walmart has been able to capitalize on something unique that nearly no other retailer has been able to achieve: deep penetration into the fabric of American society and culture. This reputation has given the company the bandwidth and ability to survive even the toughest battles against online retailers such as Amazon or other large retailers such as Target and Kroger.
These factors have equally positioned Walmart to potentially become one of the largest healthcare players in the country, especially with regards to increasing access to quality healthcare for populations that most need it.
As of today, Walmart operates nearly 4,700+ stores in the U.S. alone, indicating its strong national reach. Leveraging this prolific physical presence into providing healthcare is a natural step for a company, especially with Walmart’s experienced leadership expertise and resources. As I wrote about last year, Walmart has rapidly been ramping up its healthcare business, providing retail customers robust primary care services in select locations. The company’s Care Clinic concept offers services such as “Primary Care, Dental, Counseling, Labs & x-rays, Health screening, Optometry, Hearing, Fitness and Nutrition, Health insurance & enrollement,” and is currently being offered in various states, including Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Texas, etc. Complete article
Walmart: Fiscal Q4 Earnings Snapshot 02/17/2022
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart Inc. (WMT) on Thursday reported fiscal fourth-quarter earnings of $3.56 billion.
The Bentonville, Arkansas-based company said it had profit of $1.28 per share. Earnings, adjusted for restructuring costs, came to $1.53 per share.
The results topped Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of 13 analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of $1.50 per share.
The world's largest retailer posted revenue of $152.87 billion in the period, also surpassing Street forecasts. Nine analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $151.4 billion. Complete article
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart Inc. (WMT) on Thursday reported fiscal fourth-quarter earnings of $3.56 billion.
The Bentonville, Arkansas-based company said it had profit of $1.28 per share. Earnings, adjusted for restructuring costs, came to $1.53 per share.
The results topped Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of 13 analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of $1.50 per share.
The world's largest retailer posted revenue of $152.87 billion in the period, also surpassing Street forecasts. Nine analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $151.4 billion. Complete article
‘We’re working!’: Manager appears to fire Walmart employees on the sales floor in viral TikTok 02/18/2022
In a viral TikTok, user Pete Davis (@petedavis5) says a woman, who’s apparently a manager, fired a group of Walmart employees on the sales floor of the store.
In the video, the woman, who looks to be in a more senior position than the other workers, tells the employees that if they are needed, they should report to her immediately. “I don’t care what you got going on,” the woman says. Another employee yells back that they “were working.”
Davis says that the manager is picking at everyone and trying to fire all of them. “I know I ain’t doing nothing, but I’m recording,” Davis says.
The woman then tells Davis that he can record her because she isn’t doing anything wrong.
A user in the comments rebutted that claim, writing, “First off she is not supposed to do that on the sales floor in front of customers. Call the home office and send the video to the president.” Complete article
In a viral TikTok, user Pete Davis (@petedavis5) says a woman, who’s apparently a manager, fired a group of Walmart employees on the sales floor of the store.
In the video, the woman, who looks to be in a more senior position than the other workers, tells the employees that if they are needed, they should report to her immediately. “I don’t care what you got going on,” the woman says. Another employee yells back that they “were working.”
Davis says that the manager is picking at everyone and trying to fire all of them. “I know I ain’t doing nothing, but I’m recording,” Davis says.
The woman then tells Davis that he can record her because she isn’t doing anything wrong.
A user in the comments rebutted that claim, writing, “First off she is not supposed to do that on the sales floor in front of customers. Call the home office and send the video to the president.” Complete article
USA Truck Hires Walmart Veteran as Chief People Officer 02/17/2022
USA Truck Inc. of Van Buren has hired Shauna Jamison as its chief people officer.
“We are excited to have Shauna join our leadership team at USA Truck,” USA Truck CEO James Reed said. “She brings over 20 years of human resources experience. She is a proven leader with deep expertise in transportation and all aspects of the associate experience, including recruitment, training and development, engagement, and building a winning culture.
"Shauna's arrival signals a seminal moment for our team members and reflects our commitment to make USA Truck a destination employer.” Complete article
USA Truck Inc. of Van Buren has hired Shauna Jamison as its chief people officer.
“We are excited to have Shauna join our leadership team at USA Truck,” USA Truck CEO James Reed said. “She brings over 20 years of human resources experience. She is a proven leader with deep expertise in transportation and all aspects of the associate experience, including recruitment, training and development, engagement, and building a winning culture.
"Shauna's arrival signals a seminal moment for our team members and reflects our commitment to make USA Truck a destination employer.” Complete article
No trial date set for accused El Paso Tx. Walmart shooter Patrick Crusius 02/16/2022
PA. STATE POLICE LOOKING FOR SUSPECT IN THEFT AT WHITE TOWNSHIP WALMART 02/15/2022
Reported shoplifting incident leads to disturbance, brief closure of Vero Beach Fla. Walmart 02/1/2022
Thief sought in taking merchandise from White Township Pa. Walmart 02/15/2022
Shooting under investigation outside La. Walmart on Hwy 14 02/18/2022
Lake Charles, LA (KPLC) - The Lake Charles Police Department responded to a shooting Friday evening in the parking lot of Walmart on Hwy 14.
More information will be released as it becomes available. Complete article
Lake Charles, LA (KPLC) - The Lake Charles Police Department responded to a shooting Friday evening in the parking lot of Walmart on Hwy 14.
More information will be released as it becomes available. Complete article
2 men shot in Walmart Super Center parking lot in Waukegan, Ill., police say 02/19/2022
WAUKEGAN, Ill. (WLS) -- Two men in their 20s were shot Saturday at a Walmart Super Center parking lot in north suburban Waukegan, according to police.
Both police and fire responded to the store at 3900 Fountain Square just at around 1:30 p.m.
Video of the scene showed the parking lot littered with shell casings after police said two groups in separate vehicles met up outside the Walmart when an argument ensued.
"This was a very violent act," said Waukegan Deputy Chief Joe Florip. " "We're not sure if the vehicles were shooting at each other, or if there were just shootings from one vehicle." Complete article
Woman Charged With Shooting Two Men In Parking Lot Of Waukegan Walmart 02/20/2022
Man dies weeks after being shot in failed gun deal at Waukegan Ill. Walmart 03/02/2022
WAUKEGAN, Ill. (WLS) -- Two men in their 20s were shot Saturday at a Walmart Super Center parking lot in north suburban Waukegan, according to police.
Both police and fire responded to the store at 3900 Fountain Square just at around 1:30 p.m.
Video of the scene showed the parking lot littered with shell casings after police said two groups in separate vehicles met up outside the Walmart when an argument ensued.
"This was a very violent act," said Waukegan Deputy Chief Joe Florip. " "We're not sure if the vehicles were shooting at each other, or if there were just shootings from one vehicle." Complete article
Woman Charged With Shooting Two Men In Parking Lot Of Waukegan Walmart 02/20/2022
Man dies weeks after being shot in failed gun deal at Waukegan Ill. Walmart 03/02/2022
Police investigating incident involving gun at Mount Olive NC Walmart 02/19/2022
The Mount Olive Police Department is investigating an incident at a Walmart involving a gun.
Mount Olive police said Friday a person was leaving the store when an employee asked to see their receipt on the way out.
Police say the man instead showed the employee a gun before leaving the scene with items. Complete article
The Mount Olive Police Department is investigating an incident at a Walmart involving a gun.
Mount Olive police said Friday a person was leaving the store when an employee asked to see their receipt on the way out.
Police say the man instead showed the employee a gun before leaving the scene with items. Complete article
Buckhannon WV Walmart Supercenter deli catches fire 02/18/2022
BUCKHANNON — At approximately 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 16, Buckhannon Fire Department (BFD) was dispatched to Buckhannon Walmart Supercenter after a commercial fire alarm was set off.
“The commercial alarm alerted Buckhannon Fire Department, Warren District, Washington District, Adrian, and Elkins Fire Departments. Upshur County EMS as the Buckhannon Police Department also assisted,” BFD Fire Chief J.B. Kimble reported.
According to Chief Kimble, the fire started in an electrical unit of a cooler located in the deli. Firefighters were assisted by a Walmart liaison, who directed crews to the breakers that would cut the power to the unit. Additionally, there were no injuries reported and the fire has been deemed as non-suspicious. Kimble also noted that the additional fire departments were cancelled as the Buckhannon Fire Department had responded and had the situation under control. Complete article
BUCKHANNON — At approximately 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 16, Buckhannon Fire Department (BFD) was dispatched to Buckhannon Walmart Supercenter after a commercial fire alarm was set off.
“The commercial alarm alerted Buckhannon Fire Department, Warren District, Washington District, Adrian, and Elkins Fire Departments. Upshur County EMS as the Buckhannon Police Department also assisted,” BFD Fire Chief J.B. Kimble reported.
According to Chief Kimble, the fire started in an electrical unit of a cooler located in the deli. Firefighters were assisted by a Walmart liaison, who directed crews to the breakers that would cut the power to the unit. Additionally, there were no injuries reported and the fire has been deemed as non-suspicious. Kimble also noted that the additional fire departments were cancelled as the Buckhannon Fire Department had responded and had the situation under control. Complete article
Man attempts to steal truck from Pueblo Colorado West Walmart owned by off-duty deputy 02/19/2022
PUEBLO WEST, Colo. — Pueblo County Sheriff’s Deputies rushed over to the Walmart at 78 N. McCulloch Boulevard just after 9 a.m. on Saturday after they were alerted to a man who’d walked out of the store with about $300 worth on merchandise he had not paid for.
Once on scene, deputies say they found that man trying to steal a vehicle in the store parking lot.
That man, 47-year-old Amir Everett of Denver, reportedly told employees that he had a gun as he walked out of the store with stolen items.
Everett then put those items into the bed of a truck parked nearby, broke a window, and tried to start the vehicle. As it turns out, the truck belonged to an off-duty Pueblo County Sheriff’s Deputy. Complete article
PUEBLO WEST, Colo. — Pueblo County Sheriff’s Deputies rushed over to the Walmart at 78 N. McCulloch Boulevard just after 9 a.m. on Saturday after they were alerted to a man who’d walked out of the store with about $300 worth on merchandise he had not paid for.
Once on scene, deputies say they found that man trying to steal a vehicle in the store parking lot.
That man, 47-year-old Amir Everett of Denver, reportedly told employees that he had a gun as he walked out of the store with stolen items.
Everett then put those items into the bed of a truck parked nearby, broke a window, and tried to start the vehicle. As it turns out, the truck belonged to an off-duty Pueblo County Sheriff’s Deputy. Complete article
EEOC accuses Iowa Walmart of race, sex discrimination after alleged denial of promotion for new mother 02/18/2022
The federal government is suing Walmart over allegations of "inexcusable and unlawful" discrimination at a southeast Iowa store.
According to a Feb. 9 complaint filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, managers at the Walmart in Ottumwa encouraged an employee to apply for a manager job, then declined to promote her after she gave birth and took maternity leave. The commission also accused the store's managers of subjecting the woman, who is Black, to dirtier working conditions than a white colleague.
The EEOC filed racial and sexual discrimination charges, demanding that the Arkansas-based retail giant pay the employee lost wages for missing out on the promotion, as well as an additional amount for damages. The commission also asked a judge to force Walmart to change policies to prevent similar discrimination in the future. Complete article
The federal government is suing Walmart over allegations of "inexcusable and unlawful" discrimination at a southeast Iowa store.
According to a Feb. 9 complaint filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, managers at the Walmart in Ottumwa encouraged an employee to apply for a manager job, then declined to promote her after she gave birth and took maternity leave. The commission also accused the store's managers of subjecting the woman, who is Black, to dirtier working conditions than a white colleague.
The EEOC filed racial and sexual discrimination charges, demanding that the Arkansas-based retail giant pay the employee lost wages for missing out on the promotion, as well as an additional amount for damages. The commission also asked a judge to force Walmart to change policies to prevent similar discrimination in the future. Complete article
Infant walkers sold online at Walmart recalled because they don’t meet federal safety standard 02/21/2022
Infant walkers sold online by Walmart have been recalled because they do not meet federal safety standards.
About 1,355 of the Zeno walkers were sold from October 2018 through August 2021 for between $130 and $160, according to an announcement with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
“The infant walkers fail to meet the federal safety standard. They can fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step as required by the federal safety standard. Complete article
Infant walkers sold online by Walmart have been recalled because they do not meet federal safety standards.
About 1,355 of the Zeno walkers were sold from October 2018 through August 2021 for between $130 and $160, according to an announcement with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
“The infant walkers fail to meet the federal safety standard. They can fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step as required by the federal safety standard. Complete article
"Walmart hauls in $2.1 billion from advertising while launching ad network 02/17/2022
Retail media becomes a meaningful business as brands are hungry for new ad tech to reach online shoppers.
Walmart revealed advertising revenue for the first time on Thursday, saying that it generated $2.1 billion last year, a strong sign that its retail media ad strategy is starting to click.
Walmart disclosed the advertising money pile during its fourth-quarter earnings announcement. Walmart has been building a retail media network, which serves search ads for brands that sell products on its website, just like Amazon. Walmart also runs a demand-side platform, an online ad buying network that it built with The Trade Desk, an internet media buying and ad technology firm. Complete article
Retail media becomes a meaningful business as brands are hungry for new ad tech to reach online shoppers.
Walmart revealed advertising revenue for the first time on Thursday, saying that it generated $2.1 billion last year, a strong sign that its retail media ad strategy is starting to click.
Walmart disclosed the advertising money pile during its fourth-quarter earnings announcement. Walmart has been building a retail media network, which serves search ads for brands that sell products on its website, just like Amazon. Walmart also runs a demand-side platform, an online ad buying network that it built with The Trade Desk, an internet media buying and ad technology firm. Complete article
Hawaii Walmart evacuated over fumes from floor sealing product 02/17/2022
Murfreesboro Tenn. Police look for two women who allegedly swindled thousands from Walmart 02/17/2022
Knoxville woman caught trying to steal from Ill. Walmart again 02/17/2022
Woman with history of arrests at Fla. Walmart lands back behind bars 02/18/2022
Police investigating after woman shot at Vicksburg Mississippi Walmart 02/20/2022
VICKSBURG, Miss. (WLBT) - The Vicksburg Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred on Sunday afternoon at Walmart on Iowa Boulevard.
Police say that when officers arrived, they found a woman with a gunshot wound to her lower back.
The victim was transported to UMMC, and there is currently no word on her condition.
The suspect has turned herself into the Madison Parish Sheriff’s Office. Complete article
Louisiana woman arrested after person shot in the back at Walmart in Vicksburg 02/20/2022
VICKSBURG, Miss. (WLBT) - The Vicksburg Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred on Sunday afternoon at Walmart on Iowa Boulevard.
Police say that when officers arrived, they found a woman with a gunshot wound to her lower back.
The victim was transported to UMMC, and there is currently no word on her condition.
The suspect has turned herself into the Madison Parish Sheriff’s Office. Complete article
Louisiana woman arrested after person shot in the back at Walmart in Vicksburg 02/20/2022
Warr Acres Okla. Police Investigating Shooting In Walmart Parking Lot 02/20/2022
WARR ACRES, Oklahoma - Warr Acres police are investigating a shooting in a Walmart parking lot near Northwest 63rd and MacArthur Sunday night.
Investigators said the victim was found by police with a gunshot wound and is being treated at the OU Trauma Center.
They believe there are three suspects involved, but none are in custody tonight. Complete article
WARR ACRES, Oklahoma - Warr Acres police are investigating a shooting in a Walmart parking lot near Northwest 63rd and MacArthur Sunday night.
Investigators said the victim was found by police with a gunshot wound and is being treated at the OU Trauma Center.
They believe there are three suspects involved, but none are in custody tonight. Complete article
Park Forest Woman Carjacked at Homewood Ill. Walmart 02/20/2022
Homewood, IL-(ENEWSPF)- A Park Forest woman was carjacked at the gas station at the Walmart in Homewood, eNews Park Forest has learned. The woman tells ENEWSPF while she was filling up her car, someone got inside her vehicle and drove quickly away from the pump, “like lightning,” the woman said.
Her vehicle was running while she filled up the tank.
The woman said she was in a hurry and began filling up her car, leaving her phone and purse on the passenger seat of her vehicle. A witness later told her they noticed a suspicious vehicle driving around the lot slowly, as if they were looking for an opportunity to present itself. Complete article
Homewood, IL-(ENEWSPF)- A Park Forest woman was carjacked at the gas station at the Walmart in Homewood, eNews Park Forest has learned. The woman tells ENEWSPF while she was filling up her car, someone got inside her vehicle and drove quickly away from the pump, “like lightning,” the woman said.
Her vehicle was running while she filled up the tank.
The woman said she was in a hurry and began filling up her car, leaving her phone and purse on the passenger seat of her vehicle. A witness later told her they noticed a suspicious vehicle driving around the lot slowly, as if they were looking for an opportunity to present itself. Complete article
Man allegedly takes child he didn't know out of Fla. Walmart cart 02/21/2022
NAPLES, Fla. — A 40-year-old Naples man faces felony charges after deputies say he removed a 3-year-old he did not know from a shopping cart in a Walmart parking lot Sunday.
Collier County jail records show Enben Moodley is charged with child abuse and false imprisonment.
Deputies responded to the Juliet Blvd. store and found the child's mother, who said Moodley approached her in the parking lot and attempted to pick up the child. When she began to scream, Moodley reportedly placed the child back in the cart and walked away. Complete article
NAPLES, Fla. — A 40-year-old Naples man faces felony charges after deputies say he removed a 3-year-old he did not know from a shopping cart in a Walmart parking lot Sunday.
Collier County jail records show Enben Moodley is charged with child abuse and false imprisonment.
Deputies responded to the Juliet Blvd. store and found the child's mother, who said Moodley approached her in the parking lot and attempted to pick up the child. When she began to scream, Moodley reportedly placed the child back in the cart and walked away. Complete article
Man Seen on Video Setting Fire at Calexico Ca. Walmart 02/21/2022
Authorities are Searching for Suspected Arsonist Described as a Bald Hispanic Man Wearing a Green Jersey with the No. 10.
CALEXICO — Authorities are searching for a suspected arsonist caught on surveillance video torching pallets of cardboard stacked behind the Walmart Supercenter, causing significant damage to property at the Calexico store on Sunday afternoon, Feb. 20.
No injuries were reported, but Calexico Police Chief Gonzalo Gerardo stated the fire caused damages the rear of the northwest area of the building at 2540 Rockwood Ave. and damages to a nearby semi-truck trailer.
Often cited as being one of the busiest Walmarts in the United States, the blaze was set around 1:17 p.m., likely a heavy shopping time. The store was evacuated and streets around the area was closed off for a time. Complete article
Suspect who set Walmart on fire still on the loose 02/23/2022
Authorities are Searching for Suspected Arsonist Described as a Bald Hispanic Man Wearing a Green Jersey with the No. 10.
CALEXICO — Authorities are searching for a suspected arsonist caught on surveillance video torching pallets of cardboard stacked behind the Walmart Supercenter, causing significant damage to property at the Calexico store on Sunday afternoon, Feb. 20.
No injuries were reported, but Calexico Police Chief Gonzalo Gerardo stated the fire caused damages the rear of the northwest area of the building at 2540 Rockwood Ave. and damages to a nearby semi-truck trailer.
Often cited as being one of the busiest Walmarts in the United States, the blaze was set around 1:17 p.m., likely a heavy shopping time. The store was evacuated and streets around the area was closed off for a time. Complete article
Suspect who set Walmart on fire still on the loose 02/23/2022
Multiple units respond to small fire at Fayetteville WV Walmart 02/20/2022
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WOAY) – A small fire breaks out at the Fayetteville Walmart.
Details are limited, but Fayette County dispatchers confirm there was a small fire. Multiple units are on scene trying to put out the flames.
Stick with us as we work to learn further details. Complete article
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WOAY) – A small fire breaks out at the Fayetteville Walmart.
Details are limited, but Fayette County dispatchers confirm there was a small fire. Multiple units are on scene trying to put out the flames.
Stick with us as we work to learn further details. Complete article
Walmart Canada ships fraudulent order to hacker's address then leaves customer to recoup cost 02/21/2022
After hearing from Go Public, Walmart Canada refunded the cost of the Apple TV.
The alarm bells went off for Bill Tomlinson after he got an odd text message — in French — on Feb. 2 from Walmart Canada. The Pelham, Ont., man doesn't speak French and hadn't ordered anything.
"I thought, what the heck is that? ... oh, something's gone wrong," Tomlinson told Go Public.
He logged into his Walmart.ca account and discovered fraudsters were using it and his credit card on file to place orders and ship them to Montreal.
There were four orders, all on that same day. Two were for dumbbells at $500 apiece, the other two for Apple TVs worth about $250 each.
Walmart had cancelled the first three orders on its own, but Tomlinson noticed the last one for an Apple TV had just been shipped. He called Walmart right away to let the company know, expecting the retail giant would refund the order.
Instead, two days later, Tomlinson says Walmart told him the product had been delivered to Montreal and that he was on his own to try to get the money back. Complete article
After hearing from Go Public, Walmart Canada refunded the cost of the Apple TV.
The alarm bells went off for Bill Tomlinson after he got an odd text message — in French — on Feb. 2 from Walmart Canada. The Pelham, Ont., man doesn't speak French and hadn't ordered anything.
"I thought, what the heck is that? ... oh, something's gone wrong," Tomlinson told Go Public.
He logged into his Walmart.ca account and discovered fraudsters were using it and his credit card on file to place orders and ship them to Montreal.
There were four orders, all on that same day. Two were for dumbbells at $500 apiece, the other two for Apple TVs worth about $250 each.
Walmart had cancelled the first three orders on its own, but Tomlinson noticed the last one for an Apple TV had just been shipped. He called Walmart right away to let the company know, expecting the retail giant would refund the order.
Instead, two days later, Tomlinson says Walmart told him the product had been delivered to Montreal and that he was on his own to try to get the money back. Complete article
Arnold Missouri Walmart temporarily evacuated following bomb threat 02/21/2022
Arnold Missouri Walmart receives more bomb threats; Arnold Target receives one 02/23/2022
Woman nabbed after fleeing with items stolen from Fla. Walmart at Buffalo Ridge Plaza 02/21/2022
Police search for Somerset Pa. Walmart theft suspect 02/22/2022
Former Alabama Walmart employee charged with theft 02/22/2022
Gun falls on Walmart floor as man fought with store employee in Winston-Salem NC. Police look for four suspects. 02/22/2022
Agun fell out of a man’s waistband Tuesday as he was fighting with an employee at a Walmart store in Winston-Salem, authorities said. The weapon didn't fire, but the incident prompted an evacuation of the store in the city's northern section.
Winston-Salem police responded at 3:55 p.m. to a report that someone had a gun at the Walmart Supercenter at 320 E. Hanes Mill Road.
Investigators learned that a fight had occurred between Richard Hall, a 24-year-old store employee, and four male suspects, police said. During the fight, a handgun fell out of one suspect's waistband and hit the floor.
The man then picked up the handgun and ran out of the store with the other suspects, police said. They got into a vehicle and left the area. Complete article
Agun fell out of a man’s waistband Tuesday as he was fighting with an employee at a Walmart store in Winston-Salem, authorities said. The weapon didn't fire, but the incident prompted an evacuation of the store in the city's northern section.
Winston-Salem police responded at 3:55 p.m. to a report that someone had a gun at the Walmart Supercenter at 320 E. Hanes Mill Road.
Investigators learned that a fight had occurred between Richard Hall, a 24-year-old store employee, and four male suspects, police said. During the fight, a handgun fell out of one suspect's waistband and hit the floor.
The man then picked up the handgun and ran out of the store with the other suspects, police said. They got into a vehicle and left the area. Complete article
Walmart distribution center in Opelousas La. evacuated because of possible armed robbery suspects 02/23/2022
OPELOUSAS, La. (KLFY) — The Walmart distribution center in Opelousas was evacuated during a search for armed robbery suspects, according to the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office (SLPSO).
Sheriff Guidroz said it’s possible that the suspects from an armed robbery on N. Main St. in Opelousas ran into the distribution center.
One suspect from the robbery is in custody. Authorities are looking at store video surveillance footage to determine if there are more suspects. Complete article
OPELOUSAS, La. (KLFY) — The Walmart distribution center in Opelousas was evacuated during a search for armed robbery suspects, according to the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office (SLPSO).
Sheriff Guidroz said it’s possible that the suspects from an armed robbery on N. Main St. in Opelousas ran into the distribution center.
One suspect from the robbery is in custody. Authorities are looking at store video surveillance footage to determine if there are more suspects. Complete article
St. Charles Parish La. police investigating arson at Boutte Walmart 02/22/2022
BOUTTE, La. — The St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fire they believe was intentionally set inside of a Walmart in Boutte.
Police have identified two men they believe may be witnesses to the incident and could possibly provide details, which may lead to an arrest.
If anyone has information, they are asked to contact Det. Terry Dabney of the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office at 985-783-6807 or 985-783-1135. Complete article
BOUTTE, La. — The St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fire they believe was intentionally set inside of a Walmart in Boutte.
Police have identified two men they believe may be witnesses to the incident and could possibly provide details, which may lead to an arrest.
If anyone has information, they are asked to contact Det. Terry Dabney of the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office at 985-783-6807 or 985-783-1135. Complete article
Accident occurs with school bus, truck near Walmart on Campstool Road Cheyenne Wyoming 02/22/2022
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - In Cheyenne near the Walmart located on Livingston Avenue, a school bus without students onboard was involved in an accident with a truck, resulting in the truck hitting the near of the bus.
No injuries were reported at the scene. Complete article
CHEYENNE, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - In Cheyenne near the Walmart located on Livingston Avenue, a school bus without students onboard was involved in an accident with a truck, resulting in the truck hitting the near of the bus.
No injuries were reported at the scene. Complete article
Walmart: 4 In 5 Covid Vaccines Went To ‘Medically Underserved’ 02/23/2022
Walmart administered 80% of its vaccines against Covid-19 in “medically underserved” areas of the U.S. since the shots became widely available a year ago, the company said.
The disclosure in Walmart’s COVID-19 vaccine report released Wednesday is the latest snapshot into the effort by retailers to expand deeper into the business of providing healthcare services, particularly during a time of crisis. In addition to its vaccination and pharmacy effort, Walmart has been expanding outpatient services, opening more “Walmart Health” centers that feature an array of primary medical services, dental care, and behavioral health services as part of a new model.
Already, retail drugstore chains CVS Health and Walgreens have disclosed their vaccination roles in the pandemic. In all of last year, CVS administered more than 59 million Covid-19 vaccinations while Walgreens has administered more than 56 million vaccines including “over 9 million boosters,” those companies have said. Complete article
Walmart shots-push focuses on local level 02/24/2022
Walmart administered 80% of its vaccines against Covid-19 in “medically underserved” areas of the U.S. since the shots became widely available a year ago, the company said.
The disclosure in Walmart’s COVID-19 vaccine report released Wednesday is the latest snapshot into the effort by retailers to expand deeper into the business of providing healthcare services, particularly during a time of crisis. In addition to its vaccination and pharmacy effort, Walmart has been expanding outpatient services, opening more “Walmart Health” centers that feature an array of primary medical services, dental care, and behavioral health services as part of a new model.
Already, retail drugstore chains CVS Health and Walgreens have disclosed their vaccination roles in the pandemic. In all of last year, CVS administered more than 59 million Covid-19 vaccinations while Walgreens has administered more than 56 million vaccines including “over 9 million boosters,” those companies have said. Complete article
Walmart shots-push focuses on local level 02/24/2022
Walmart Must Rehire Wisc. Worker With Down Syndrome, Judge Says 02/23/2022
Walmart Stores East LP must reinstate into her prior position a worker with Down syndrome who a jury found was wrongly fired for attendance problems following a change in her schedule, a Wisconsin federal judge ruled.
Giving Marlo Spaeth her old job back was proper after the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission proved that the denial of Spaeth’s request for a permanent modified fixed schedule following Walmart’s move to a new scheduling system violated the Americans with Disabilities Act, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin said.
Reinstatement is preferred to front pay as an equitable remedy under ... Complete article
Walmart Stores East LP must reinstate into her prior position a worker with Down syndrome who a jury found was wrongly fired for attendance problems following a change in her schedule, a Wisconsin federal judge ruled.
Giving Marlo Spaeth her old job back was proper after the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission proved that the denial of Spaeth’s request for a permanent modified fixed schedule following Walmart’s move to a new scheduling system violated the Americans with Disabilities Act, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin said.
Reinstatement is preferred to front pay as an equitable remedy under ... Complete article
Man arrested for grabbing woman's butt in Stafford Va. Walmart 02/22/2022
Two men arrested for separate assaults in Stafford Co. Va. Walmart 02/23/2022
Arnold Missouri Walmart receives more bomb threats; Arnold Target receives one 02/23/2022
Petty theft charges await man who stole shelves from Ca. Walmart 02/23/2022
20-year-old arrested for following woman, assaulting her at Grove City Ohio Walmart 02/23/2022
Davion Jones was arrested at his home this week and is charged with kidnapping.
GROVE CITY, Ohio — A 20-year-old man accused of following a woman to her vehicle and assaulting her at a Walmart was arrested, according to Grove City Division of Police.
Davion Jones was arrested at his home this week and is charged with kidnapping.
Police said the incident happened in the parking lot of the Walmart located at 1693 Stringtown Road on Feb. 17. Complete article
Davion Jones was arrested at his home this week and is charged with kidnapping.
GROVE CITY, Ohio — A 20-year-old man accused of following a woman to her vehicle and assaulting her at a Walmart was arrested, according to Grove City Division of Police.
Davion Jones was arrested at his home this week and is charged with kidnapping.
Police said the incident happened in the parking lot of the Walmart located at 1693 Stringtown Road on Feb. 17. Complete article
Kirksville woman hit by car in Missouri Walmart parking lot 02/23/2022
KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — A woman suffered minor injuries when she was struck by a car during a hit-and-run incident in the Kirksville Walmart parking lot Tuesday afternoon.
It happened around 1:30 p.m. in the curbside pickup area.
Abby Porter, 47, of Kirksville, told KTVO she was walking through the parking lot when a car backed into her and knocked her to the ground.
She said as soon as the car hit her, the female driver stopped, put the car in "Drive" and sped off. Complete article
KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — A woman suffered minor injuries when she was struck by a car during a hit-and-run incident in the Kirksville Walmart parking lot Tuesday afternoon.
It happened around 1:30 p.m. in the curbside pickup area.
Abby Porter, 47, of Kirksville, told KTVO she was walking through the parking lot when a car backed into her and knocked her to the ground.
She said as soon as the car hit her, the female driver stopped, put the car in "Drive" and sped off. Complete article
Asheboro NC Walmart store evacuated due to heavy smoke 02/23/2022
ASHEBORO, N.C. — A Walmart store in Asheboro was evacuated Wednesday night. Heavy smoke could be seen from outside the store as people evacuated.
Stephanie Rose took video as people were leaving the store. She said she was in the self-checkout when she heard the fire alarms and employees yelling for everyone to get out of the store. She said some firemen were on top of the roof at the store.
A firefighter told WFMY News 2 there was no fire at the store. They said the fire was outside in a wooded area behind the store and smoke from it drifted to the store. Complete article
ASHEBORO, N.C. — A Walmart store in Asheboro was evacuated Wednesday night. Heavy smoke could be seen from outside the store as people evacuated.
Stephanie Rose took video as people were leaving the store. She said she was in the self-checkout when she heard the fire alarms and employees yelling for everyone to get out of the store. She said some firemen were on top of the roof at the store.
A firefighter told WFMY News 2 there was no fire at the store. They said the fire was outside in a wooded area behind the store and smoke from it drifted to the store. Complete article
Move over, Grandma: Walmart is now offering expert parenting advice from Tot Squad 02/24/2022
New parents who need a "squad" to guide them through sleepless nights and other infant challenges have a new place to turn (beyond grandma.) Services from parent support technology platform Tot Squad are now available through Walmart — both in-store and online.
Tot Squad, a curated marketplace that connects parents with services delivered via video chat or in-person, will be the “expert help” offered to Walmart (NYSE:WMT) shoppers purchasing baby products like car seats or breast pumps.
In select stores, consumers will be able scan tags with QR codes located throughout the baby department to buy support from Tot Squad. Online, they will be given the option to place a consultation in their cart. Complete article
New parents who need a "squad" to guide them through sleepless nights and other infant challenges have a new place to turn (beyond grandma.) Services from parent support technology platform Tot Squad are now available through Walmart — both in-store and online.
Tot Squad, a curated marketplace that connects parents with services delivered via video chat or in-person, will be the “expert help” offered to Walmart (NYSE:WMT) shoppers purchasing baby products like car seats or breast pumps.
In select stores, consumers will be able scan tags with QR codes located throughout the baby department to buy support from Tot Squad. Online, they will be given the option to place a consultation in their cart. Complete article
Former Head of Dentistry for Walmart U.S. named President at NYC dental start-up, dntl bar 02/24/2022
NEW YORK, Feb. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- New York City's emerging DSO, dntl bar, is naming Dr. Roshan Parikh as the company's first ever President. Dr. Ro comes to dntl bar with deep expertise in dentistry & DSO management. This new leadership position will support the company's plans for expansion within New York City and beyond.
dntl bar has been re-imagining the way consumers experience dentistry with retail-centric locations & a patient-first approach. With 5 locations in New York City & expansive growth plans over the next several years, the addition of Dr. Ro will help dntl bar successfully scale & transform the way people experience dentistry. Complete article
NEW YORK, Feb. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- New York City's emerging DSO, dntl bar, is naming Dr. Roshan Parikh as the company's first ever President. Dr. Ro comes to dntl bar with deep expertise in dentistry & DSO management. This new leadership position will support the company's plans for expansion within New York City and beyond.
dntl bar has been re-imagining the way consumers experience dentistry with retail-centric locations & a patient-first approach. With 5 locations in New York City & expansive growth plans over the next several years, the addition of Dr. Ro will help dntl bar successfully scale & transform the way people experience dentistry. Complete article
Wyoming Walmart shoplifter arrested for intending to sell drugs 02/22/2022
Elmira woman arrested for stealing from NY Walmart 02/22/2022
Assault and robbery defendant tied to Vermont Walmart hit and run driver last July 2021 pleads guilty 02/23/2022
Police Blotter: Women Argue Over Apple Watch; Woman's Lost Purse From Tenn. Walmart Is Recovered 02/24/2022
Police: Man wanted, accused of shooting ex-girlfriend in Ill. Walmart parking lot 02/25/2022
DANVILLE, Ill. (WAND) - A man is wanted after police said he approached his ex-girlfriend in a Danville Walmart parking lot and shot her.
Police were called to the Walmart in the 4100 block of N. Vermilion St. Thursday around 7:30 p.m.
A woman had been shot in the torso and in the lower back.
The victim told police she was in the parking lot when she was confronted by her ex-boyfriend, 23-year-old Francis Briscoe III of Tilton. Complete article
Tilton man wanted in shooting at Danville Walmart turns himself in 02/28/2022
DANVILLE, Ill. (WAND) - A man is wanted after police said he approached his ex-girlfriend in a Danville Walmart parking lot and shot her.
Police were called to the Walmart in the 4100 block of N. Vermilion St. Thursday around 7:30 p.m.
A woman had been shot in the torso and in the lower back.
The victim told police she was in the parking lot when she was confronted by her ex-boyfriend, 23-year-old Francis Briscoe III of Tilton. Complete article
Tilton man wanted in shooting at Danville Walmart turns himself in 02/28/2022
Feds: Former Nebraskans wrote manifesto to blackmail Walmart setting fires in Alabama and Mississippi 02/24/2022
OMAHA, Neb. — Five former Nebraska men are accused of setting fires inside Alabama and Mississippi Walmart stores in an effort to force the company to meet demands outlined in a manifesto under the name "The Veterans Order" according to a federal indictment.
A federal grand jury in Alabama returned the four-count indictment Tuesday charging the men with conspiracy to maliciously destroy by fire and other charges.
All were residents of Kearney, Nebraska as recently as 2017 before they relocated to Gulf Shores, Alabama. Complete article
Walmart arson spree: 5 arrested in Gulf Shores driven by ‘manifesto,’ prosecutors say 02/24/2022
5 Kearney Nebraska men federally charged with setting fires to Walmart stores in the South 02/25/2022
OMAHA, Neb. — Five former Nebraska men are accused of setting fires inside Alabama and Mississippi Walmart stores in an effort to force the company to meet demands outlined in a manifesto under the name "The Veterans Order" according to a federal indictment.
A federal grand jury in Alabama returned the four-count indictment Tuesday charging the men with conspiracy to maliciously destroy by fire and other charges.
All were residents of Kearney, Nebraska as recently as 2017 before they relocated to Gulf Shores, Alabama. Complete article
Walmart arson spree: 5 arrested in Gulf Shores driven by ‘manifesto,’ prosecutors say 02/24/2022
5 Kearney Nebraska men federally charged with setting fires to Walmart stores in the South 02/25/2022
Man struck and killed crossing Route 300 near NY Walmart 02/24/2022
TOWN OF NEWBURGH – A 37-year-old Newburgh man was killed when he was struck while walking across Route 300 in the area of Applebee’s restaurant near Walmart in the Town of Newburgh.
A 2021 Jeep Renegade driven by a 27-year-old Campbell Hall woman struck the man at around 8:30 p.m. on Friday, February 18.
Police did not release the name of the victim. Complete article
TOWN OF NEWBURGH – A 37-year-old Newburgh man was killed when he was struck while walking across Route 300 in the area of Applebee’s restaurant near Walmart in the Town of Newburgh.
A 2021 Jeep Renegade driven by a 27-year-old Campbell Hall woman struck the man at around 8:30 p.m. on Friday, February 18.
Police did not release the name of the victim. Complete article
Woman Struck, Killed by Car Near Dallas Tx. Walmart: Police 02/26/2022
A woman is dead after she was hit by an oncoming vehicle while crossing a street in Dallas, police said.
According to the Dallas Police Department, officers were responding to an unrelated vehicle accident at 8700 Clark Road when a pedestrian attempted to cross in the middle lane of traffic.
Police said the victim, a female leaving Walmart and pushing a shopping cart full of items across the street, was struck by a Ford Focus traveling Southbound. Complete article
A woman is dead after she was hit by an oncoming vehicle while crossing a street in Dallas, police said.
According to the Dallas Police Department, officers were responding to an unrelated vehicle accident at 8700 Clark Road when a pedestrian attempted to cross in the middle lane of traffic.
Police said the victim, a female leaving Walmart and pushing a shopping cart full of items across the street, was struck by a Ford Focus traveling Southbound. Complete article
Men accusing each other of assault outside Tx. Walmart both hospitalized 02/25/2022
The Denton Police Department spoke with two men, both bleeding from the head, outside Walmart Thursday after being called about an assault around 1:48 p.m.
A 911 caller told police he was leaving Walmart on Loop 288 when he saw another man, with blood running down his face, running into the store while another man got into a vehicle.
Police spoke with both of the men involved before they were taken to the hospital for their injuries, which weren’t life-threatening. Each alleged they were defending themselves from the other. They knew each other, according to the report. Complete article
The Denton Police Department spoke with two men, both bleeding from the head, outside Walmart Thursday after being called about an assault around 1:48 p.m.
A 911 caller told police he was leaving Walmart on Loop 288 when he saw another man, with blood running down his face, running into the store while another man got into a vehicle.
Police spoke with both of the men involved before they were taken to the hospital for their injuries, which weren’t life-threatening. Each alleged they were defending themselves from the other. They knew each other, according to the report. Complete article
Walmart Names New Head of Beauty 02/25/2022
Walmart has named a new head of its beauty business, WWD has confirmed.
The world’s largest retailer has named Creighton Kiper its newest vice president of merchandising, beauty. The announcement comes weeks after Kiper’s predecessor, Musab Balbale, departed the company.
Kiper previously held the role of merchandising vice president of wellness at Walmart. Last year, at Fairchild Live’s Wellness Forum, he said that Walmart’s vast consumer base — which purportedly counts 90 percent of Americans as monthly shoppers — is interested in both inner and outer beauty. Complete article
Walmart has named a new head of its beauty business, WWD has confirmed.
The world’s largest retailer has named Creighton Kiper its newest vice president of merchandising, beauty. The announcement comes weeks after Kiper’s predecessor, Musab Balbale, departed the company.
Kiper previously held the role of merchandising vice president of wellness at Walmart. Last year, at Fairchild Live’s Wellness Forum, he said that Walmart’s vast consumer base — which purportedly counts 90 percent of Americans as monthly shoppers — is interested in both inner and outer beauty. Complete article
Woman charged with felony after stealing tools from NM Walmart 02/23/2022
If You Shop at Walmart, Watch Out for These Deceptive New "Deals" 02/23/2022
Cumberland Co. Pa. authorities ask for help identifying woman accused of stealing at Walmart 02/24/2022
Elmira man arrested for using stolen credit card at NY Walmart 02/25/2022
Police seek suspect accused of using stolen credit cards at Tx. Walmart 02/24/2022
Albuquerque family survives shooting in NM Walmart parking lot, warns others 02/27/2022
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – A scratch on his trunk is the only physical damage Christopher Bibber sustained during what he describes as a dangerously close call in a Walmart parking lot last week. But emotionally, he and his family are shaken up.
"I've been here for four years. And since I've been here, I've seen nothing but just continuous, blatant firearm usage just to do it. And that scares me," said Bibber.
Bibber says he got a ride to Walmart from a coworker Monday night to help his wife with two flat tires. But on the way, his coworker almost got into an accident with another car.
"They started following us. I get dropped off at my wife's car and they circled back around and come up to the car," Bibber said. Complete article
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – A scratch on his trunk is the only physical damage Christopher Bibber sustained during what he describes as a dangerously close call in a Walmart parking lot last week. But emotionally, he and his family are shaken up.
"I've been here for four years. And since I've been here, I've seen nothing but just continuous, blatant firearm usage just to do it. And that scares me," said Bibber.
Bibber says he got a ride to Walmart from a coworker Monday night to help his wife with two flat tires. But on the way, his coworker almost got into an accident with another car.
"They started following us. I get dropped off at my wife's car and they circled back around and come up to the car," Bibber said. Complete article
Walmart Employee Shot In Randallstown Md. Parking Lot On Monday 03/01/2022
RANDALLSTOWN, Md. (WJZ) — Sources have confirmed to WJZ that a Walmart employee was shot in the chest as he was getting off of work and heading to his car Monday around 7 p.m.
“After the victim was shot there, he then drove himself to an area hospital and walked inside,” said Det. Trae Corbin from the Baltimore County Police Department.
Corbin confirmed the victim was shot in the 8700 block of Liberty Road but did not confirm it was at the Walmart parking lot.
WJZ reached out to Walmart’s spokesperson who said it was a police matter.
Baltimore County Police say they are now reviewing surveillance cameras as part of their investigation. Complete article
RANDALLSTOWN, Md. (WJZ) — Sources have confirmed to WJZ that a Walmart employee was shot in the chest as he was getting off of work and heading to his car Monday around 7 p.m.
“After the victim was shot there, he then drove himself to an area hospital and walked inside,” said Det. Trae Corbin from the Baltimore County Police Department.
Corbin confirmed the victim was shot in the 8700 block of Liberty Road but did not confirm it was at the Walmart parking lot.
WJZ reached out to Walmart’s spokesperson who said it was a police matter.
Baltimore County Police say they are now reviewing surveillance cameras as part of their investigation. Complete article
Dead Body Found Behind Coral Springs Fla. Walmart 02/28/2022
Detectives are investigating a dead body found behind the Walmart Neighborhood Market in Coral Springs Monday night, police said.
Coral Springs Police received a call about the man’s body near the dumpsters behind the store at 10635 W. Atlantic Blvd around 6 p.m., said Coral Springs Police Sgt. Ernesto Bruna.
Police arrived and found the dead man, whose cause of death was not immediately made public. Complete article
Detectives are investigating a dead body found behind the Walmart Neighborhood Market in Coral Springs Monday night, police said.
Coral Springs Police received a call about the man’s body near the dumpsters behind the store at 10635 W. Atlantic Blvd around 6 p.m., said Coral Springs Police Sgt. Ernesto Bruna.
Police arrived and found the dead man, whose cause of death was not immediately made public. Complete article
Kenosha County authorities ask for public's help to identify individual involved in Wisc. Walmart incident 02/28/2022
KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. (CBS 58) -- Authorities are asking for the public's help to identify an individual involved in an incident at a Walmart in Kenosha County.
The Kenosha County Sheriff's Department shared a photo of the individual to their Facebook page.
The incident reportedly happened on Monday, Feb. 28.
CBS 58 obtained video of what happened inside the store. The individual used inappropriate and inflammatory comments while throwing things around the store. Complete article
In custody: Kenosha County authorities locate individual involved in Walmart incident 03/01/2022
KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. (CBS 58) -- Authorities are asking for the public's help to identify an individual involved in an incident at a Walmart in Kenosha County.
The Kenosha County Sheriff's Department shared a photo of the individual to their Facebook page.
The incident reportedly happened on Monday, Feb. 28.
CBS 58 obtained video of what happened inside the store. The individual used inappropriate and inflammatory comments while throwing things around the store. Complete article
In custody: Kenosha County authorities locate individual involved in Walmart incident 03/01/2022
71-year-old man accused of inappropriately touching 12-year-old girl at West Mifflin Pa. Walmart 02/28/2022
A 71-year-old man has been charged after he allegedly touched a 12-year-old girl inappropriately at the Walmart in West Mifflin on Sunday.
Police said Roger Nigriss has been charged with indecent assault and unlawful contact with a minor.
According to the criminal complaint, the victim and her mother were in the bread aisle when they passed Nigriss going in opposite directions.
The victim told officers Nigriss then grabbed her inappropriately. Complete article
A 71-year-old man has been charged after he allegedly touched a 12-year-old girl inappropriately at the Walmart in West Mifflin on Sunday.
Police said Roger Nigriss has been charged with indecent assault and unlawful contact with a minor.
According to the criminal complaint, the victim and her mother were in the bread aisle when they passed Nigriss going in opposite directions.
The victim told officers Nigriss then grabbed her inappropriately. Complete article
Fla. Walmart trespasses Councilman Barbosa on shoplifting allegation; Barbosa calls it 'misunderstanding' 02/28/2022
Palm Coast District 2 City Councilman Victor Barbosa was trespassed from the Palm Coast Walmart on Sunday, Feb. 28, on an allegation that he was shoplifting by "skip scanning" an $18 item of clothing at the self-checkout lane.
Barbosa said the incident was a misunderstanding.
"Last night I went to Walmart and used the self-checkout (note to self, never use self-checkout)," he wrote in a message to the Palm Coast Observer. "I spent over $300, and one item for $16 didn't scan, probably, and the next thing I know, they stop me at the door and gave me a trespass warning."
Asked about whether he'd skipped scanning the same item a second time after the store remotely halted the initial transaction, as an asset protection officer had alleged, Barbosa replied, "I scanned the stuff. I'm not a cashier. I spent $300; I was not going to purposefully not pay, I think it was, $16. Now, thinking, I wish I had asked her to scan it in front of me to see if the bar code was damaged." .....
The store's asset protection team can halt a self-checkout transaction and force a customer to shift to another register and start ringing up all of their items all over again — a way to give a customer a second chance to ring up the items properly — and did so with Barbosa, she said, according to the FCSO's report.
But when he started over at another register, Barbosa again skip-scanned the same clothing item, according to the report. Complete article
‘I fear for my life:’ Palm Coast councilman accused of trespassing at Walmart announces resignation 03/01/2022
Palm Coast District 2 City Councilman Victor Barbosa was trespassed from the Palm Coast Walmart on Sunday, Feb. 28, on an allegation that he was shoplifting by "skip scanning" an $18 item of clothing at the self-checkout lane.
Barbosa said the incident was a misunderstanding.
"Last night I went to Walmart and used the self-checkout (note to self, never use self-checkout)," he wrote in a message to the Palm Coast Observer. "I spent over $300, and one item for $16 didn't scan, probably, and the next thing I know, they stop me at the door and gave me a trespass warning."
Asked about whether he'd skipped scanning the same item a second time after the store remotely halted the initial transaction, as an asset protection officer had alleged, Barbosa replied, "I scanned the stuff. I'm not a cashier. I spent $300; I was not going to purposefully not pay, I think it was, $16. Now, thinking, I wish I had asked her to scan it in front of me to see if the bar code was damaged." .....
The store's asset protection team can halt a self-checkout transaction and force a customer to shift to another register and start ringing up all of their items all over again — a way to give a customer a second chance to ring up the items properly — and did so with Barbosa, she said, according to the FCSO's report.
But when he started over at another register, Barbosa again skip-scanned the same clothing item, according to the report. Complete article
‘I fear for my life:’ Palm Coast councilman accused of trespassing at Walmart announces resignation 03/01/2022
Deputies Investigating Valencia Robbery At Ca. Walmart 02/28/2022
Around 3:45 p.m. Monday, deputies received reports of a robbery at the Walmart on the 27900 block of Kelly Johnson Parkway in Valencia said Deputy Natalie Arriaga, spokesperson for the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station.
The suspect handed a note to a cashier telling her he had a gun and demanded cash, according to Arriaga.
The suspect fled on foot with an unknown amount of money. Complete article
Around 3:45 p.m. Monday, deputies received reports of a robbery at the Walmart on the 27900 block of Kelly Johnson Parkway in Valencia said Deputy Natalie Arriaga, spokesperson for the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station.
The suspect handed a note to a cashier telling her he had a gun and demanded cash, according to Arriaga.
The suspect fled on foot with an unknown amount of money. Complete article
Walmart Employees Share What They Wish Customers Knew 02/28/2022
Anyone who's ever worked in retail can tell you that customers can be both vital parts to your success and the bane of your existence. You may be helping a sweet old lady with her groceries or you may be trying to deal with an irate woman in baggy sweats trying to haggle for imaginary deals. In a place that serves nearly 240 million customers alone each week (via Statista), employees of Walmart from the deli counter to the electronics department are no strangers to dealing with customers both good and bad. With 1.6 million associates in the U.S. (via Walmart), Walmart employees have a pretty daunting task of doing their job and keeping their customers satisfied.
While customer training or motivational exercises can help — or at least, supposedly help — you, a diligent employee of Walmart, deal with an irate customer, there's nothing stopping from you wishing that you could just keep that angry Karen in the checkout line or obnoxious know-it-all in the auto parts section out of the store and your life to begin with. Straight from Walmart workers themselves, here are some tips that you should do well to remember the next time you pay a trip to your local superstore.
On the subreddit r/Walmart, employees of the titular store gathered together to share one very specific desire: What did they wish customers of Walmart knew before they came in? The original poster expressed their desire for customers to understand that the website isn't always accurate, that even if the website says they have something in stock, it's either not there, lost, or probably stolen. Their second wish was that customers stop trying to get expert advice from them, stating that they just because they work in a department doesn't guarantee they'll know what exactly the customer is talking about.
"Not everyone who wear a vest works in the department you need assistance in. Especially when they're visibly wearing a hairnet or a orange vest," said user Expendito.
"Just because the Walmart in your home town in Podunk, Missouri carries Product X, doesn't mean all Walmarts carry it," was the response of user cowboyJones.
"Just because we work at Walmart doesn't mean we know everything about every department," added user Ecstatic_Peak6646. Complete article
Anyone who's ever worked in retail can tell you that customers can be both vital parts to your success and the bane of your existence. You may be helping a sweet old lady with her groceries or you may be trying to deal with an irate woman in baggy sweats trying to haggle for imaginary deals. In a place that serves nearly 240 million customers alone each week (via Statista), employees of Walmart from the deli counter to the electronics department are no strangers to dealing with customers both good and bad. With 1.6 million associates in the U.S. (via Walmart), Walmart employees have a pretty daunting task of doing their job and keeping their customers satisfied.
While customer training or motivational exercises can help — or at least, supposedly help — you, a diligent employee of Walmart, deal with an irate customer, there's nothing stopping from you wishing that you could just keep that angry Karen in the checkout line or obnoxious know-it-all in the auto parts section out of the store and your life to begin with. Straight from Walmart workers themselves, here are some tips that you should do well to remember the next time you pay a trip to your local superstore.
On the subreddit r/Walmart, employees of the titular store gathered together to share one very specific desire: What did they wish customers of Walmart knew before they came in? The original poster expressed their desire for customers to understand that the website isn't always accurate, that even if the website says they have something in stock, it's either not there, lost, or probably stolen. Their second wish was that customers stop trying to get expert advice from them, stating that they just because they work in a department doesn't guarantee they'll know what exactly the customer is talking about.
"Not everyone who wear a vest works in the department you need assistance in. Especially when they're visibly wearing a hairnet or a orange vest," said user Expendito.
"Just because the Walmart in your home town in Podunk, Missouri carries Product X, doesn't mean all Walmarts carry it," was the response of user cowboyJones.
"Just because we work at Walmart doesn't mean we know everything about every department," added user Ecstatic_Peak6646. Complete article
Maine Walmart and large retailers push to cut millions in property taxes statewide 02/28/2022
It’s Wednesday afternoon at Walmart in Thomaston, and shoppers are rushing around — grabbing dog food, picking up prescriptions, perusing the towel aisle. It’s clear that the store, less than a decade old, is busy if not thriving.
That’s not the case according to attorneys representing Walmart, who have filed appeals arguing that the Thomaston location, and a number of other stores around Maine and the country, should, for the purposes of property tax assessment, be compared with a shuttered warehouse rather than an open store.
“They say we should be valuing their store equivalent to a store that’s been closed and sold with restrictions on it,” said Dave Martucci, the Thomaston assessor who called the situation “absurd.”
Known as the “dark store” theory, the argument being made by retailers is that their open, bustling stores are equivalent to ones that failed and closed. Companies argue that the stores are so specially designed that they are functionally obsolete nearly as soon as they are built, and will lose much of their value as soon as the retailer leaves. Corporate attorneys are deploying the strategy in an effort to slash property taxes, often by hundreds of thousands of dollars, in communities around the country. Complete article
‘Walmart’s bleeding this town,’ official says as Raytown Missouri faces police layoffs 09/27/2017 In a city of about 10 square miles officers made more than 500 arrests last year at the Walmart store at 10300 E. U.S. 350. The store is the scene of about 30 percent of Raytown’s reported serious crimes.
Meanwhile, Walmart does not contribute taxes for police services. The TIF deal that built the store a decade ago diverts about $300,000 in tax dollars away from public safety every year.
It’s Wednesday afternoon at Walmart in Thomaston, and shoppers are rushing around — grabbing dog food, picking up prescriptions, perusing the towel aisle. It’s clear that the store, less than a decade old, is busy if not thriving.
That’s not the case according to attorneys representing Walmart, who have filed appeals arguing that the Thomaston location, and a number of other stores around Maine and the country, should, for the purposes of property tax assessment, be compared with a shuttered warehouse rather than an open store.
“They say we should be valuing their store equivalent to a store that’s been closed and sold with restrictions on it,” said Dave Martucci, the Thomaston assessor who called the situation “absurd.”
Known as the “dark store” theory, the argument being made by retailers is that their open, bustling stores are equivalent to ones that failed and closed. Companies argue that the stores are so specially designed that they are functionally obsolete nearly as soon as they are built, and will lose much of their value as soon as the retailer leaves. Corporate attorneys are deploying the strategy in an effort to slash property taxes, often by hundreds of thousands of dollars, in communities around the country. Complete article
‘Walmart’s bleeding this town,’ official says as Raytown Missouri faces police layoffs 09/27/2017 In a city of about 10 square miles officers made more than 500 arrests last year at the Walmart store at 10300 E. U.S. 350. The store is the scene of about 30 percent of Raytown’s reported serious crimes.
Meanwhile, Walmart does not contribute taxes for police services. The TIF deal that built the store a decade ago diverts about $300,000 in tax dollars away from public safety every year.
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