Walmart had at least twelve more shootings related to their business in June of 2022, although one was a suicide that took place off the premises, but this was after a murder, and possible kidnapping that began on the premises, and may also have involved another shooting, although the cause of the murder victims death hasn't been disclosed yet. There were at least seven dead as a result of these shootings, with two murder suicides, and the other three wwere seperate incidents where police fatally shot and killed suspects. There was also a fourth officer involved shooting which wasn't fatal but it did cause injuries to the suspect, and there were at least four additional injuries, not counting the officer involved injury. At least one of these shootings was treated as an active shooter incident causing panic, and there were at least two more alleged active shooter incidents which turned out to be false alarms, but they still caused panics.
In addition to the seven people killed in shootings there were another five bodies found in separate incidents, although one of them was reported last month in the same parking lot where another body was found this month. There was also a child killed in an accident and another child killed in a stabbing, which comes to a total of at least thirteen deaths at Walmart, which is at or near the record with the exception of two mass fatality incidents years ago, one the incident where over ten migrants were found dead in a tractor trailer at least five or six years ago and another over twenty people were killed in the El Paso mass shooting along with other deaths from each of those months. There were also reports of three deaths from defective bed rails sold at Walmart and a lawsuit, which was dismissed, related to huffing and the plaintiff blamed Walmart for selling a product which was used against recommendations, but these happened in previous years so they're not counted.
There were close to if not more than two dozen additional gun related crimes, including numerous robberies, and more than the usual number of threats to shoot up Walmart, along with a vigilante effort to stop an unarmed shoplifter, one incident that lead to a high speed chase, one that was just a pellet gun.a few gun thefts, and an attempt to grab a police officers gun. In some previous cases, when there was vigilante activities, the media or police often referred to them as "good samaritans," which is not what the original story describes; but in this case the police welcomed what they considered good intentions, but warned against using firearms to escalate petty crimes, which is what they used to do all the time. It was only a few years ago when a vigilante shot and killed someone for stealing diapers, even though he wasn't a threat to anyone and it was none of his business. That person was evenually convicted of murder, so even when tehy do refer to vigilantes as "good sumaritans," that won't protect them from potentioal criminal charges, including murder.
There was a man wanted for murder caught at Walmart after an attempted theft, although the murder took place elsewhere. Walmart employees are upset, demanding paid sick leave since a former worker was afraid to take time off and died as a result of it; her body was found in the bathroom after her shift ended, last January. There were few if any news reports about this when it happened, which means the previous count for that month was incomplete and adds to the evidence that even major incidents, crimes or deaths are not reported widely, and that many of these estimates may be a fraction of the incidents at Walmart.
Walmart also had a man that shoplifted a bat and started swinging it at kids, another man that robbed a bank and attempted to rob Walmart with a grenade threat, a few suspects that shot fireworks at a customer, and an online video showing a teen getting jumped. There was also another man that used a sledge hammer to steal merchandise, two people arrested for attacking deputies in a brawl, a woman was assaulted while most witnesses recorded her without helping until her friend fought him off with a broomstick, another employee who was arrested for recording children in the bathroom, and a kidnapping and assault, along with several other robberies.
Walmart, and many other major retailers, have a long history of trying to turn petty theft into felonies, one way or another; the most common way is to claim that when suspects repeatedly shoplift it should be considered a felony. But in one of the most extreme examples I've seen, the Kentucky Attorney General is trying to do their dirty work for them, based on an incredibly flimsy argument. This didn't start with the Attorney General, it began at a local level, where the suspect was convicted of "unlawful access to a computer," which is an example of trying to use self-checkout to underpay for items, in this case about $80, which is petty, and was still convicted and sentenced to 5-10 years for the crime. An appeals judge recognized how absurd this is and threw it out; then the Attorney General indicated he would appeal and try to get the 5-10 year sentence reinstated. Our government routinely spends insane amounts of money when the poor steal small amounts, but instead of spending money to stop white collar crime, like wage theft or deceptive ads, which Walmart and other corporations routinely do, they spend more money suppressing peaceful protests about the corruption they ignore!
Increased reliance on automation, including self-checkout is a major contributing factor, yet they refuse to hire cashiers, even though a large portion of their savings goes to loss prevention and spying on us, and it also contributes to many incidents where violence escalates when they try to catch people stealing at the self-checkout, which often endangers employees or customers that get in the way, including one time last month where an employee was shoved as a suspect tried to escape, which isn't as bad as some previous incidents. Walmart was also sued for lack of security to prevent scam artists using their money services, while they collected large fees, but victims of this fraud were left accountable for the losses, including the fees to Walmart.
In addition to the fatal crash killing a 12-year-old there were close to if not more than a dozen other major crashes, hit and runs, high-speed chases, carjackings, auto thefts, or other automobile crimes or accidents, including a Tractor Trailer that intentionally rammed into the store causing it to shut down and at least one pedestrian that was hit and injured, among other incidents. There was also a truck hauling over 400 tires that caught fire at a NY Walmart.
In addition to the truck that caught fire there were at least eight to ten more fires at Walmart, including at least two arsons, the cause of most of the other fires wasn't initially reported. Two of these fires, including one of the arsons were both in the same area of Washington State, but the second one was accidental, and the police are still searching for suspected arsonists from April in Arizona. In a follow up in the Indiana fire three months ago, which was almost certainly their biggest fire ever and lasted two days before they could put it out, they found asbestos, benzene and other chemicals in the smoke which caused many health problems in the area. As I reported previously there's some doubt about whether or not Walmart will be held liable for the damages, even though no cause has been reported, partly because of a sweetheart deal they negotiated in 2014 when Mike Pence was still governor, that may have helped them avoid taxes and possible liability.
In addition to the fourteen year old that was stabbed to death there were four more knife attacks, two that resulted in stabbings to a customer and employee. They also had an attempted child abduction,a meth dealer arrested after a foot chase through the store, and someone arrested for threats against the store.
In addition to the three people killed as a result of defective bedrails in previous years, more recent defective products included antidepressants that were put in laxative bottles and made at least one person sick, although more bottles were contaminated, and a woman claims that Walmart's acetaminophen led to her kids' disorders. They had their dog food recalled for salmonella contamination, childrens robes recalled for violating flammability standards, and allegedly discontinued coconut milk sales due to use of monkey's forced to gather them, although this was denied, but the denial admitted they do this for local cultures.
Not only is Walmart increasing their ability to spy on people in the stores, but they're also installing tracking devices so they can spy on their truckers too, and automation is expanding in all aspects of their business, some that may not have been thoroughly tested. They're also having numerous lawsuits overturned, showing they're rarely held accountable for anything, which may include new problems if there's an accident or worse, deaths as a result of their automated technology. And shortages from various items are exapanding, this now includes abortion pills, which are now being rationed. This is what tehy constantly warn us will happen under Socialism, but it's happening under Capitalism, while many European contries, with better economic systems, sometimes referred to as Socialist, aren't having these problems.
Has the drive up line at the Walmart pharmacy ever been so long that you and your significant other decided to have a good quickie?
When shopping or working at the Walmart pharmacy on the inside have you ever had an unexpected opportunity to watch porn on the security camera aimed at the drive through?
Only at Walmart?
Have you ever been pulled over by a State Trooper on the highway driving Walmart's motorized cart home?
One Walmart worker claims they literally make one employee cover five departments.
Could this be why one woman is cutting her own fabric, which is normally done by an employee?
Or why did another customer use the PA system to ask for an employee to help him?
You would think they would be apologetic for not making employees available, not angry at him for using the intercom.
If they can't keep track of all their employee shortages, is it surprising that one TikToker claimed that after she was fired she applied again and immediately rehired, and many other workers said the same thing happened to them.
Walmart doesn't know what day it is, who Jesus Christ is or what praying is; how can they be safe from the eternal fate?
Strange things happen at Walmart!
In 2006 Wake Up Walmart did a study, "Is Walmart Safe?" based on incidents in 2004, (PDF) about crime at Walmart which showed that it increased when Walmarts opened up and that crime was higher at Walmart than at other retailers. Since then Walmart Shootings began compiling a list of gun related incidents at Walmart and demonstrated that they have a large number of them, including on average more than one shooting per week somewhere in the country; now after counting them for several years that average is over two per week. In January of 2014 another study, "Rolling Back Prices and Raising Crime Rates?" provided additional statistical research indicating that Walmart might be contributing to higher crime rates or at least a slowing of the decline in crime. The study found that. “on average, communities with Walmarts had 17 more property crimes and two more violent crimes per 10,000 people than those communities without Walmarts.” I reviewed this more in Walmart’s crime problem, Rolling Back Safety more than prices? where I explained that although this study is helpful they could have done better with additional data that is available and I reviewed some of that. I also added my own review about why I think that Walmart policies have been contributing to higher crime in a previous blog, Walmart high crime rate continues un-investigaterd and have provided additional information under the author tag Walmart Crime Watch.
Stacy Mitchell has also compiled a list of other studies about Walmart and how they impact society, Key Studies on Big-Box Retail & Independent Business. To the best of my knowledge Walmart has done as little as they seem to get away with, often relying on rhetoric that isn't backed up with action, when it comes to addressing any of their critics concerns, including crime. One of the responses they’ve come up with is what they call "Restorative Justice" which gives first time shoplifters a chance to avoid being arrested or any criminal record if they take an on line course which costs $400 up front or $500 in payments, plus perhaps, reparations. This has been part of the privatization process and often denies suspects of the due process or access to a lawyer, perhaps even intimidating and extorting from some people that might not even be guilty. Walmart seems to be trying to find a way to turn crime into a profit making situation instead of looking for the most effective ways to reduce it. Making Change at Walmart is asking If you or someone you know has gone through @Walmart's "Restorative Justice" program for first-time suspected shoplifters, send us a DM. 03/30/2017 to ensure that it isn’t doing more harm than good. I did my own review of this program as well at Walmart’s “Restorative Justice” Endangers Public Without Reducing Crime. The following are a list of incidents that occurred in June 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.
Traffic shut down due to active shooter situation at Pittston Twp. Pa. Walmart 06/01/2022
PITTSTON TWP. — An officer on scene in the area of the Walmart on Route 315 has confirmed that authorities are dealing with an active shooter situation.
Motorists are being advised to avoid the stretch of Route 315 in the area of Walmart and the Pilot truck stop as officers have shut down the roadway to set up a staging area.
The Avoca Fire Department posted to Facebook shortly after 4 p.m. Wednesday advising motorists to avoid Route 315 in that area. They also warned that traffic traveling south on Interstate 81 will not be able to use Exit 175 at this time. Complete article
Pittson Twp. shooter in custody, charges pending 06/01/2022
Armed Pennsylvania citizen returned fire at Walmart parking lot shooter: report 06/13/2022
PITTSTON TWP. — An officer on scene in the area of the Walmart on Route 315 has confirmed that authorities are dealing with an active shooter situation.
Motorists are being advised to avoid the stretch of Route 315 in the area of Walmart and the Pilot truck stop as officers have shut down the roadway to set up a staging area.
The Avoca Fire Department posted to Facebook shortly after 4 p.m. Wednesday advising motorists to avoid Route 315 in that area. They also warned that traffic traveling south on Interstate 81 will not be able to use Exit 175 at this time. Complete article
Pittson Twp. shooter in custody, charges pending 06/01/2022
Armed Pennsylvania citizen returned fire at Walmart parking lot shooter: report 06/13/2022
Roanoke Rapids man points gun at person in NC Wal-Mart, police say 06/01/2022
ROANOKE RAPIDS, N.C. (WNCN) — Roanoke Rapids police are searching for a man accused of pointing a gun at someone at a Wal-Mart in May.
On May 28, Roanoke Rapids police responded Wal-Mart on Premier Boulevard in regards to a person pointing a gun at someone inside the store.
Upon arriving at Wal-Mart, the officers were able to view video surveillance and identify the suspect as Antwan Harvey, 27.
No one was injured during the incident. Complete article
ROANOKE RAPIDS, N.C. (WNCN) — Roanoke Rapids police are searching for a man accused of pointing a gun at someone at a Wal-Mart in May.
On May 28, Roanoke Rapids police responded Wal-Mart on Premier Boulevard in regards to a person pointing a gun at someone inside the store.
Upon arriving at Wal-Mart, the officers were able to view video surveillance and identify the suspect as Antwan Harvey, 27.
No one was injured during the incident. Complete article
Cantonment Woman, 62, Facing Weapons Charge After Allegedly Pulling Gun In Fla. Walmart Parking Lot 06/01/2022
A 62-year old Cantonment woman was charged with a felony weapon offense after allegedly pointing a loaded gun at a man in the parking lot of the Ensley Walmart.
Jocelyn Brye Edwards was charged with possession of a weapon by a convicted felon.
Deputies were in the parking lot of the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office precinct on Hood Driver when an individual began screaming and whistling at them from the Walmart parking lot while pointing at a four door car. Deputies stopped the car on the north end of the parking lot.
The victim said he was walking out of the Walmart with his wife and daughter when the vehicle almost hit them. The victim said they became involved in an argument when Edwards pulled out a silver handgun and pointed it at him. She then got out of her vehicle and poked him twice in the forehead with the weapon, an arrest report states, before she drove away. Complete article
A 62-year old Cantonment woman was charged with a felony weapon offense after allegedly pointing a loaded gun at a man in the parking lot of the Ensley Walmart.
Jocelyn Brye Edwards was charged with possession of a weapon by a convicted felon.
Deputies were in the parking lot of the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office precinct on Hood Driver when an individual began screaming and whistling at them from the Walmart parking lot while pointing at a four door car. Deputies stopped the car on the north end of the parking lot.
The victim said he was walking out of the Walmart with his wife and daughter when the vehicle almost hit them. The victim said they became involved in an argument when Edwards pulled out a silver handgun and pointed it at him. She then got out of her vehicle and poked him twice in the forehead with the weapon, an arrest report states, before she drove away. Complete article
Man arrested at South Carolina Walmart after threatening to shoot 06/01/2022
Orangeburg, South Carolina deputies reportedly determined the man at Walmart did not possess a firearm
A man was arrested at a South Carolina Walmart on Wednesday morning after telling employees that he had a gun and threatened to shoot, authorities said.
The incident happened inside the store on North Road in Orangeburg, South Carolina, the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office said. Complete article
Orangeburg, South Carolina deputies reportedly determined the man at Walmart did not possess a firearm
A man was arrested at a South Carolina Walmart on Wednesday morning after telling employees that he had a gun and threatened to shoot, authorities said.
The incident happened inside the store on North Road in Orangeburg, South Carolina, the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office said. Complete article
Ga. Walmart theft turns into high-speed chase 06/01/2022
Some mid-afternoon shoplifting at the Newnan Walmart ended in a high-speed chase and two arrests.
Ardell Young, 67, and Regina Davis, 46, both from Decatur, Georgia, remain behind bars at the Coweta County Jail after their arrest.
Young was charged with theft by shoplifting, obstruction with injury to officer, fleeing or attempting to elude, reckless driving, speeding, failure to signal lane change, driving in the emergency lane, and hit and run. Complete article
Some mid-afternoon shoplifting at the Newnan Walmart ended in a high-speed chase and two arrests.
Ardell Young, 67, and Regina Davis, 46, both from Decatur, Georgia, remain behind bars at the Coweta County Jail after their arrest.
Young was charged with theft by shoplifting, obstruction with injury to officer, fleeing or attempting to elude, reckless driving, speeding, failure to signal lane change, driving in the emergency lane, and hit and run. Complete article
Tractor-trailer rams into Nogales Walmart, closes down store 06/01/2022
NOGALES, Ariz. (KGUN) — A tractor trailer has rammed into the Walmart at 100 W. White Park Dr. in Nogales, Ariz.
Due to the damaged wall exposing water pipes, it is closed until further notice.
Mayor Arturo R. Garino shared the following over social media:
Bermudez also reveals the crash was caught on camera. Footage shows the 26-year-old Christian Andrews drive past the front of Walmart and drive toward the front of the building on purpose. Complete article
NOGALES, Ariz. (KGUN) — A tractor trailer has rammed into the Walmart at 100 W. White Park Dr. in Nogales, Ariz.
Due to the damaged wall exposing water pipes, it is closed until further notice.
Mayor Arturo R. Garino shared the following over social media:
Early this morning, Walmart was vandalized by a tractor trailer and damaged an exterior wall.
Out of extreme precautions, the local store manager, Jim Grow has made the difficult choice to close the store. .....
Bermudez also reveals the crash was caught on camera. Footage shows the 26-year-old Christian Andrews drive past the front of Walmart and drive toward the front of the building on purpose. Complete article
WATCH: Bomb scare over, suspect in custody following bomb scare at Fountain Colorado Walmart 06/01/2022
Ca. Walmart thief found with drugs 06/01/2022
Pennsylvania State Police Investing Attempted Walmart Theft 06/01/2022
Victim has purse stolen from car, credit cards used at Grand Chute Wisc. Walmart 06/01/2022
Child struck by gunshot in car outside Walmart in Lexington NC; suspect arrested 06/03/2022
LEXINGTON, N.C. (WGHP) — A child was struck by a gunshot while in a car outside of a Lexington Walmart, according to police.
On Tuesday, police responded to a report of a gunshot fired into an occupied vehicle at the Walmart on Lowes Boulevard in Lexington.
A juvenile in the car was struck by a bullet and taken to the hospital with a non-life-threatening injury. Two other adults who were also in the vehicle were not hurt.
Marvin Daniels II was arrested and charged with one count of assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill inflicting serious injury, two counts of assault with a deadly weapon with the intent to kill and one count of discharging a firearm into an occupied vehicle causing serious injury. He received a $550,000 secured bond. Complete article
LEXINGTON, N.C. (WGHP) — A child was struck by a gunshot while in a car outside of a Lexington Walmart, according to police.
On Tuesday, police responded to a report of a gunshot fired into an occupied vehicle at the Walmart on Lowes Boulevard in Lexington.
A juvenile in the car was struck by a bullet and taken to the hospital with a non-life-threatening injury. Two other adults who were also in the vehicle were not hurt.
Marvin Daniels II was arrested and charged with one count of assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill inflicting serious injury, two counts of assault with a deadly weapon with the intent to kill and one count of discharging a firearm into an occupied vehicle causing serious injury. He received a $550,000 secured bond. Complete article
Police warn of false social media threats targeting 2 Northeast Ohio Walmart locations 06/03/2022
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - At least two Northeast Ohio law enforcement agencies warned of false shooting threats that were made on social media that appeared to target local Walmart locations.
Police in Springfield Township said the department will increase patrols near the South Arlington Road Walmart after being made aware of a threat made on Facebook referencing a random shooting at the location.
Springfield Township police said the claim is being investigated, but officials “do not feel that the threat is credible” at this time. Complete article
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - At least two Northeast Ohio law enforcement agencies warned of false shooting threats that were made on social media that appeared to target local Walmart locations.
Police in Springfield Township said the department will increase patrols near the South Arlington Road Walmart after being made aware of a threat made on Facebook referencing a random shooting at the location.
Springfield Township police said the claim is being investigated, but officials “do not feel that the threat is credible” at this time. Complete article
Threat made to Lancaster, S.C. Walmart store remains under investigation 06/03/2022
LANCASTER, S.C. (WBTV) – Police are searching for the person or persons they say called in a threat to a Lancaster Walmart.
According to Lancaster Police, the department was contacted by a Walmart employee who advised the store had received a threat by phone of a shooting.
Officers went to the Walmart on the bypass and established a security perimeter both inside and outside of the store, Lancaster Police said. Complete article
LANCASTER, S.C. (WBTV) – Police are searching for the person or persons they say called in a threat to a Lancaster Walmart.
According to Lancaster Police, the department was contacted by a Walmart employee who advised the store had received a threat by phone of a shooting.
Officers went to the Walmart on the bypass and established a security perimeter both inside and outside of the store, Lancaster Police said. Complete article
Durant Okla. Police: Man arrested after threatening to shoot up Walmart 06/02/2022
DURANT, OK (KXII) - A man was arrested after he allegedly threatened to shoot up a Walmart Thursday night.
Durant Police said 28-year-old Josh Harris was arrested after barricading himself in a home on Denison and Grand Ave.
Durant police said they received a tip Thursday afternoon of a potential shooting at a Durant Walmart.
Officers said they were told the suspect would shoot police if they got in his way. Complete article
DURANT, OK (KXII) - A man was arrested after he allegedly threatened to shoot up a Walmart Thursday night.
Durant Police said 28-year-old Josh Harris was arrested after barricading himself in a home on Denison and Grand Ave.
Durant police said they received a tip Thursday afternoon of a potential shooting at a Durant Walmart.
Officers said they were told the suspect would shoot police if they got in his way. Complete article
Woman stabs employee with box cutter at La. Walmart on Coursey, authorities say 06/02/2022
A woman attacked a Walmart employee with a box cutter after he tried to stop her from arguing with another customer in the store's checkout line, the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office said.
EBRSO spokeswoman Casey Rayborn Hicks said deputies responded to the Walmart on Coursey Boulevard at around 6:45 p.m. Thursday.
When they arrived, they found the employee suffering from non life-threatening injuries. Complete article
A woman attacked a Walmart employee with a box cutter after he tried to stop her from arguing with another customer in the store's checkout line, the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office said.
EBRSO spokeswoman Casey Rayborn Hicks said deputies responded to the Walmart on Coursey Boulevard at around 6:45 p.m. Thursday.
When they arrived, they found the employee suffering from non life-threatening injuries. Complete article
2 arrested after police say they stole from Ga. Walmart, led police on high-speed chase on I-85 06/02/2022
COWETA COUNTY, Ga. — Two shoplifting suspects led police on a high-speed chase from a shopping area to an interstate in metro Atlanta.
A Newnan police officer responded to a call at the Walmart on Bullsboro Drive on May 20 to assist a Coweta County deputy already there.
According to the incident report, Ardell Young, 67, and Regina Davis,46, stole merchandise from Walmart. The report shows the pair took two TVs worth $278 each and two pressure washers worth $341 each. Complete article
COWETA COUNTY, Ga. — Two shoplifting suspects led police on a high-speed chase from a shopping area to an interstate in metro Atlanta.
A Newnan police officer responded to a call at the Walmart on Bullsboro Drive on May 20 to assist a Coweta County deputy already there.
According to the incident report, Ardell Young, 67, and Regina Davis,46, stole merchandise from Walmart. The report shows the pair took two TVs worth $278 each and two pressure washers worth $341 each. Complete article
Phoenix Ariz. police search for 2 people accused of setting fire behind Metro Center Walmart last April 06/01/2022
PHOENIX (3TV/CBS 5) -- Phoenix Police is asking for the public’s help in finding two suspected arsonists that set fire behind a central Phoenix Walmart in April.
According to a Silent Witness flyer, the two people walked to the back loading dock of the Metro Center Walmart near I-17 and Peoria Avenue on April 19 around 4:30 p.m. One of the suspects is seen on surveillance video placing boxes up against the store wall as the other suspect lit the boxes and some trash on fire. Detectives say the fire destroyed thousands of dollars worth of equipment. Both of them then took off.
Police described the suspect as a Hispanic male in his late teens, about 5′6″, 125 lbs, with black hair. He was last seen wearing a black hoodie and jeans. The second suspect is described as a Black male in his late teens, 5′10″, 175 lbs, with black hair and brown eyes. That suspect was seen wearing a black t-shirt and pants with a unique print on the legs. Anyone with information is being asked to contact Phoenix PD at 480-WITNESS. Spanish speakers may call 480-TESTIGO. Complete article
PHOENIX (3TV/CBS 5) -- Phoenix Police is asking for the public’s help in finding two suspected arsonists that set fire behind a central Phoenix Walmart in April.
According to a Silent Witness flyer, the two people walked to the back loading dock of the Metro Center Walmart near I-17 and Peoria Avenue on April 19 around 4:30 p.m. One of the suspects is seen on surveillance video placing boxes up against the store wall as the other suspect lit the boxes and some trash on fire. Detectives say the fire destroyed thousands of dollars worth of equipment. Both of them then took off.
Police described the suspect as a Hispanic male in his late teens, about 5′6″, 125 lbs, with black hair. He was last seen wearing a black hoodie and jeans. The second suspect is described as a Black male in his late teens, 5′10″, 175 lbs, with black hair and brown eyes. That suspect was seen wearing a black t-shirt and pants with a unique print on the legs. Anyone with information is being asked to contact Phoenix PD at 480-WITNESS. Spanish speakers may call 480-TESTIGO. Complete article
Video circulating online shows Carrolton teen getting jumped in Ga. Walmart parking lot 06/02/2022
CARROLLTON, Ga. - Carrollton police are investigating a fight that sent a 19-year-old to the hospital earlier this week. The fight involving several teens in a Walmart parking lot was caught on camera.
Authorities with the Carrollton Police Department said cell phone video of the incident has made its way around social media and they are using it in their investigation. The parents of the teen who was injured told FOX 5 they plan to press charges as it’s caused their son physical and emotional pain.
"When I look in the mirror, it just, it makes me upset a little bit…I can barely even eat with the sore lip, I got, and on top of that, I have a broken cheekbone," 19-year-old Chase Attaway said.
In an interview Thursday, the recent Central High School graduate told FOX 5 he’s now reliving those moments every time he sees his reflection. Complete article
CARROLLTON, Ga. - Carrollton police are investigating a fight that sent a 19-year-old to the hospital earlier this week. The fight involving several teens in a Walmart parking lot was caught on camera.
Authorities with the Carrollton Police Department said cell phone video of the incident has made its way around social media and they are using it in their investigation. The parents of the teen who was injured told FOX 5 they plan to press charges as it’s caused their son physical and emotional pain.
"When I look in the mirror, it just, it makes me upset a little bit…I can barely even eat with the sore lip, I got, and on top of that, I have a broken cheekbone," 19-year-old Chase Attaway said.
In an interview Thursday, the recent Central High School graduate told FOX 5 he’s now reliving those moments every time he sees his reflection. Complete article
Adult bed rails sold at Walmart, Amazon, eBay linked to multiple deaths, feds say 06/03/2022
Three people have become entrapped by the bed rails and died since 2006
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is calling on consumers to "immediately stop using" certain Mobility Transfer Systems adult portable bed rails have been linked to three elderly deaths.
The independent federal regulatory agency's warning covers 10 models, approximately 285,000 bed rails, which can "create an entrapment hazard and pose a risk of serious injury or death to users," according to the warning notice.
During an evaluation of the bed rails, which were sold at major retailers across the nation, the agency found "that consumers can become entrapped between the bed rail and mattress, or within portions of the bed rail itself, leading to asphyxia." Complete article
Three people have become entrapped by the bed rails and died since 2006
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is calling on consumers to "immediately stop using" certain Mobility Transfer Systems adult portable bed rails have been linked to three elderly deaths.
The independent federal regulatory agency's warning covers 10 models, approximately 285,000 bed rails, which can "create an entrapment hazard and pose a risk of serious injury or death to users," according to the warning notice.
During an evaluation of the bed rails, which were sold at major retailers across the nation, the agency found "that consumers can become entrapped between the bed rail and mattress, or within portions of the bed rail itself, leading to asphyxia." Complete article
After a 38-year-old Arkansas Walmart worker died at the store, employees are fighting for a voice and more paid sick leave 06/01/2022
On January 16, after Janikka Perry ended her shift at an Arkansas Walmart, she was found in the bathroom, unresponsive.
According to a Medium post from her sister, Nicoshe James, Perry — a 38-year-old mother and grandmother — felt ill during her shift, but continued working. James wrote on Medium that her sister was likely "scared to call off and then scared to leave work in the middle of her shift."
"That's what it's like working at Walmart," James wrote.
Now James, a former Walmart associate, and current workers are calling on Walmart to enact a plan that would ensure sick employees receive time off and that associates have a voice in the company. It's the latest instance of workers asking for more— and one that associates say is imperative for the future of workers and the company. James will address the company's shareholder meeting on June 1 in pre-recorded testimony to talk about her sister and the proposal. Advocates will rally on June 2 in Bentonville, Arkansas to remember Perry. Complete article
On January 16, after Janikka Perry ended her shift at an Arkansas Walmart, she was found in the bathroom, unresponsive.
According to a Medium post from her sister, Nicoshe James, Perry — a 38-year-old mother and grandmother — felt ill during her shift, but continued working. James wrote on Medium that her sister was likely "scared to call off and then scared to leave work in the middle of her shift."
"That's what it's like working at Walmart," James wrote.
Now James, a former Walmart associate, and current workers are calling on Walmart to enact a plan that would ensure sick employees receive time off and that associates have a voice in the company. It's the latest instance of workers asking for more— and one that associates say is imperative for the future of workers and the company. James will address the company's shareholder meeting on June 1 in pre-recorded testimony to talk about her sister and the proposal. Advocates will rally on June 2 in Bentonville, Arkansas to remember Perry. Complete article
Walmart employees protesting PTO 06/03/2022
BENTONVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) – On Thursday, activists with United for Respect and Walmart associates got together to protest Walmart’s paid time off.
“If you call in four times on the fifth time you will, more often or not, 100% be fired,” says Paula Curtis.
Curtis is currently a Walmart associate and has been for the last 22 years. She feels Walmart’s sick policies are inadequate. Complete article
BENTONVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) – On Thursday, activists with United for Respect and Walmart associates got together to protest Walmart’s paid time off.
“If you call in four times on the fifth time you will, more often or not, 100% be fired,” says Paula Curtis.
Curtis is currently a Walmart associate and has been for the last 22 years. She feels Walmart’s sick policies are inadequate. Complete article
Woman convicted in theft at Fla. Walmart in The Villages jailed in prior Walmart theft 06/01/2022
Child started fire at La. Walmart late last month with lighter picked up in store, JPSO says 06/01/2022
Man accused of trying to open NC Walmart register with crowbar 06/02/2022
Mother: Son killed in Ohio Walmart shooting last month just learned he was going to be a father 06/01/2022
Woman dead, man found shot in attempted murder-suicide outside Walmart parking lot in NW Harris County, Tx. HCSO says 06/04/2022 Suspect later died
HARRIS COUNTY – A woman is dead and a man was found shot in the head inside a vehicle in what deputies with Harris County Sheriff’s Office believe is an attempted murder-suicide in northwest Harris County.
It happened in the 13000 block of Tomball Parkway at around 2:15 a.m. early Saturday.
According to HCSO Sgt. Dennis Wolfford, the couple, who were apparently in a relationship, were in a vehicle that did not belong to them. Family members on the scene told deputies that the couple had agreed to meet with the owner at the parking lot.
Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said in a tweet that the woman was attempting to end her relationship with the man. At some point, shots were fired. Complete article
Shooting outside of NW Harris County Walmart leaves woman dead and man critically injured 06/04/2022 According to investigators, the man in the driver's seat suffered a gunshot wound and had a gun in his hand. He was taken to a hospital in critical condition. Deputies believe that he is not expected to survive.
HARRIS COUNTY – A woman is dead and a man was found shot in the head inside a vehicle in what deputies with Harris County Sheriff’s Office believe is an attempted murder-suicide in northwest Harris County.
It happened in the 13000 block of Tomball Parkway at around 2:15 a.m. early Saturday.
According to HCSO Sgt. Dennis Wolfford, the couple, who were apparently in a relationship, were in a vehicle that did not belong to them. Family members on the scene told deputies that the couple had agreed to meet with the owner at the parking lot.
Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said in a tweet that the woman was attempting to end her relationship with the man. At some point, shots were fired. Complete article
Shooting outside of NW Harris County Walmart leaves woman dead and man critically injured 06/04/2022 According to investigators, the man in the driver's seat suffered a gunshot wound and had a gun in his hand. He was taken to a hospital in critical condition. Deputies believe that he is not expected to survive.
Police search for armed suspect in Pearl City Hawaii Walmart robbery 06/03/2022
Honolulu police are looking for a male suspect who allegedly threatened at least one employee with a handgun after she tried to stop him from taking merchandise from a store in Pearl City Thursday night.
The robbery occurred at Walmart on Kuala Street at about 10 p.m.
Police said the suspect concealed merchandise without paying for it. When employees tried to stop him from shoplifting, the suspect allegedly threatened them with a gun and fled the scene on a bicycle.
No injuries were reported. Complete article
Honolulu police are looking for a male suspect who allegedly threatened at least one employee with a handgun after she tried to stop him from taking merchandise from a store in Pearl City Thursday night.
The robbery occurred at Walmart on Kuala Street at about 10 p.m.
Police said the suspect concealed merchandise without paying for it. When employees tried to stop him from shoplifting, the suspect allegedly threatened them with a gun and fled the scene on a bicycle.
No injuries were reported. Complete article
Delaware State Police Investigating Robbery of Walmart 06/04/2022
Delaware State Police are investigating the robbery of a New Castle area Walmart that occurred last night.
The incident occurred at approximately 6:01 p.m., Friday, June 3, 2022, at the Walmart, located at 117 Wilton Boulevard, New Castle, when troopers responded for a report of a robbery. Investigation determined two male suspects entered the store and approached an employee behind a cash register at a checkout lane. The suspects attempted to make a small purchase, but upon the employee opening the cash drawer. One suspect reached over and held the drawer open while the second suspect walked around, implied to the employee he had a gun and removed an undisclosed amount of cash. The suspects then fled the store to a black sedan in the parking lot and fled the area towards Route 13. The employee was not injured as a result of the incident.
The first suspect was described as a black male in his 20’s, approximately 6’ tall, 180 lbs., wearing all dark clothing and a mask.
The second suspect was described as a black male in his 20’s, approximately 5’5” tall, 180 lbs., wearing all dark clothing and a mask. Complete article
Delaware State Police are investigating the robbery of a New Castle area Walmart that occurred last night.
The incident occurred at approximately 6:01 p.m., Friday, June 3, 2022, at the Walmart, located at 117 Wilton Boulevard, New Castle, when troopers responded for a report of a robbery. Investigation determined two male suspects entered the store and approached an employee behind a cash register at a checkout lane. The suspects attempted to make a small purchase, but upon the employee opening the cash drawer. One suspect reached over and held the drawer open while the second suspect walked around, implied to the employee he had a gun and removed an undisclosed amount of cash. The suspects then fled the store to a black sedan in the parking lot and fled the area towards Route 13. The employee was not injured as a result of the incident.
The first suspect was described as a black male in his 20’s, approximately 6’ tall, 180 lbs., wearing all dark clothing and a mask.
The second suspect was described as a black male in his 20’s, approximately 5’5” tall, 180 lbs., wearing all dark clothing and a mask. Complete article
Suspect pulls knife on security guard at SE Portland Oregon Walmart 06/03/2022
PORTLAND, Ore. — A suspect is in custody after allegedly pulling a knife on a security guard at a Walmart in southeast Portland Thursday night.
Police responded to the store near the 4200 block of Southeast 82nd Avenue just before 9:30 p.m.
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Officers say they found the suspect, later identified as 29-year-old Daniel Zamudio, but he ran off. Complete article
PORTLAND, Ore. — A suspect is in custody after allegedly pulling a knife on a security guard at a Walmart in southeast Portland Thursday night.
Police responded to the store near the 4200 block of Southeast 82nd Avenue just before 9:30 p.m.
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Officers say they found the suspect, later identified as 29-year-old Daniel Zamudio, but he ran off. Complete article
Man charged for shoplifting baseball bat, swinging it at children in Walmart 06/06/2022
SALISBURY, N.C. (WBTV) - Police in Salisbury arrested a man accused of stealing a baseball bat from Walmart and then swinging the bat at children and other people inside the store.
According to report, police were called to the Walmart on S. Arlington St. on Saturday afternoon at 4:45 p.m. They encountered Justin Gray Morgan, 35.
Morgan confronted the police and then complied with their command to put the bat on the ground. Morgan was taken into custody charged with larceny and second degree trespassing. Morgan had been previously banned from the Walmart. Complete article
SALISBURY, N.C. (WBTV) - Police in Salisbury arrested a man accused of stealing a baseball bat from Walmart and then swinging the bat at children and other people inside the store.
According to report, police were called to the Walmart on S. Arlington St. on Saturday afternoon at 4:45 p.m. They encountered Justin Gray Morgan, 35.
Morgan confronted the police and then complied with their command to put the bat on the ground. Morgan was taken into custody charged with larceny and second degree trespassing. Morgan had been previously banned from the Walmart. Complete article
Walmart shareholder proposal for report on abortion ban impact fails 06/01/2022
BENTONVILLE, Ark., June 1 (Reuters) - Walmart Inc (WMT.N) shareholders on Wednesday struck down by an overwhelming margin an activist investor-led proposal asking the retailer to produce a report assessing the impact on its employees if the U.S. Supreme Court rolls back abortion rights.
The proposal, made by Clean Yield Asset management on behalf of activist investor Julie Kalish, urged Walmart's board to detail "any known and any potential risks and costs to the company caused by enacted or proposed state policies severely restricting reproductive rights" by the end of the year.
Only 12.9% of the votes cast were in favor of the resolution made at the company's annual general meeting. ......
The proposal was one of seven activist-led resolutions voted down on Wednesday that challenged Walmart's policies on various issues including treatment of workers, workplace practices and charitable donations.
About 50% of Walmart's stock is controlled by the Waltons - the family of founder Sam Walton - raising the bar for any effort to win a majority of investor support. Complete article Walmart financed many candidates trying to overturn Roe v. Wade, but this isn't mentioned in this article.
BENTONVILLE, Ark., June 1 (Reuters) - Walmart Inc (WMT.N) shareholders on Wednesday struck down by an overwhelming margin an activist investor-led proposal asking the retailer to produce a report assessing the impact on its employees if the U.S. Supreme Court rolls back abortion rights.
The proposal, made by Clean Yield Asset management on behalf of activist investor Julie Kalish, urged Walmart's board to detail "any known and any potential risks and costs to the company caused by enacted or proposed state policies severely restricting reproductive rights" by the end of the year.
Only 12.9% of the votes cast were in favor of the resolution made at the company's annual general meeting. ......
The proposal was one of seven activist-led resolutions voted down on Wednesday that challenged Walmart's policies on various issues including treatment of workers, workplace practices and charitable donations.
About 50% of Walmart's stock is controlled by the Waltons - the family of founder Sam Walton - raising the bar for any effort to win a majority of investor support. Complete article Walmart financed many candidates trying to overturn Roe v. Wade, but this isn't mentioned in this article.
The U.S. has wasted over 82 million Covid vaccine doses 06/06/2022
Vaccine providers say declining demand, large minimum orders and multidose vials make it hard to avoid waste while still offering shots to anyone who wants them.
Pharmacies, states, U.S. territories and federal agencies discarded 82.1 million Covid vaccine doses from December 2020 through mid-May — just over 11 percent of the doses the federal government distributed, according to data the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shared with NBC News. That’s an increase from the 65 million doses the CDC told the Associated Press had been wasted as of late February.
Two retail pharmacy chains, CVS and Walmart, were responsible for over a quarter of the doses thrown away in the United States in that time period, in part due to the sheer volume of vaccine they handled. Complete article
Vaccine providers say declining demand, large minimum orders and multidose vials make it hard to avoid waste while still offering shots to anyone who wants them.
Pharmacies, states, U.S. territories and federal agencies discarded 82.1 million Covid vaccine doses from December 2020 through mid-May — just over 11 percent of the doses the federal government distributed, according to data the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shared with NBC News. That’s an increase from the 65 million doses the CDC told the Associated Press had been wasted as of late February.
Two retail pharmacy chains, CVS and Walmart, were responsible for over a quarter of the doses thrown away in the United States in that time period, in part due to the sheer volume of vaccine they handled. Complete article
Bodycam footage shows aftermath of Fairfield Township Ohio Walmart shooting, alleged shooter pleads not guilty by reason of insanity 06/03/2022
Youngest El Paso Tx. Walmart Shooting victim honored on Graduation Day 06/03/2022
Police Blotter: Man Attempts To Steal Cart Of Items From Tenn. Walmart By Posing As Employee; Man Feels Threatened By Girlfriend Who Has Keys To His House And Says "Don't Stay Here Tonight" 06/05/2022
Seneca Falls Woman Arrested For Shoplifting at NY Walmart 06/06/2022
Woman wounded after shooting at a Walmart in north Phoenix Ariz. 06/07/2022
PHOENIX (AP) — A woman was shot and wounded Tuesday after two men got into an altercation inside a Walmart in north Phoenix, police said.
They said two men who know each other argued and the shooter stepped out of the store and then fired rounds back into the Walmart at the other man.
A woman unrelated to the altercation was struck by the gunfire and was taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, according to police.
Police said the shooter was detained, but his name and age weren’t immediately released. Complete article
Police identify 18-year-old man as suspect in shooting at Walmart in Phoenix 06/08/2022
PHOENIX (AP) — A woman was shot and wounded Tuesday after two men got into an altercation inside a Walmart in north Phoenix, police said.
They said two men who know each other argued and the shooter stepped out of the store and then fired rounds back into the Walmart at the other man.
A woman unrelated to the altercation was struck by the gunfire and was taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, according to police.
Police said the shooter was detained, but his name and age weren’t immediately released. Complete article
Police identify 18-year-old man as suspect in shooting at Walmart in Phoenix 06/08/2022
Police search for suspects that used pellet gun to shoot two people at Pa. Walmart 06/06/2022
Cumberland County, PA — Police in Cumberland County say two victims were shot with a pellet gun in the parking lot of Walmart located at 6520 Carlisle Pike on Wednesday June 1, around 6:30 PM, according to a Facebook Post by the Silver Spring Township Police Department.
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Cumberland County, PA — Police in Cumberland County say two victims were shot with a pellet gun in the parking lot of Walmart located at 6520 Carlisle Pike on Wednesday June 1, around 6:30 PM, according to a Facebook Post by the Silver Spring Township Police Department.
Silver Spring Township Police Department
On Wednesday, 06/01/2022, at about 6:32 PM, two victims were shot with a pellet gun in the parking lot of Walmart located at 6520 Carlisle Pike. The projectiles used were small orange pellets that are believed to be gel beads. This incident may be related to the TikTok “Orbeez challenge”.
The suspects were in a white vehicle that is believed to be an older Volkswagen Jetta or Passat. The vehicle was to have a loud muffler and possibly backfired as it drove by. Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact Sgt. Butler at 717-697-0607, EXT 2009 or at cbutler@sstwp.org .
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Teen charged following Friday NJ Walmart fire 06/06/2022
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP — A 13-year-old is charged with aggravated arson after police say a fire was intentionally started at the township Walmart on Friday, forcing a crowd of late-afternoon shoppers out of the store.
The teen is also charged with causing widespread damage and criminal mischief, police said.
Between 50 to 70 shoppers were standing outside in the parking lot around 7 p.m. when police and firefighters arrived at the store, in the 6800 block of the Black Horse Pike. Complete article
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP — A 13-year-old is charged with aggravated arson after police say a fire was intentionally started at the township Walmart on Friday, forcing a crowd of late-afternoon shoppers out of the store.
The teen is also charged with causing widespread damage and criminal mischief, police said.
Between 50 to 70 shoppers were standing outside in the parking lot around 7 p.m. when police and firefighters arrived at the store, in the 6800 block of the Black Horse Pike. Complete article
Suspect in Pa. Walmart hit-and-run caught on camera 06/06/2022
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — Police are trying to identify a suspect in a hit-and-run that happened at a Walmart in Ephrata Township.
On May 30, at around 3:50 p.m., authorities say a red, four door truck hit a parked car at the Walmart located on 890 East main Street.
Click here to watch surveillance video of the suspect. Complete article
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — Police are trying to identify a suspect in a hit-and-run that happened at a Walmart in Ephrata Township.
On May 30, at around 3:50 p.m., authorities say a red, four door truck hit a parked car at the Walmart located on 890 East main Street.
Click here to watch surveillance video of the suspect. Complete article
Teacher arrested after exposing himself to women in Travelers Rest SC Walmart, police say 06/07/2022
TRAVELERS REST, S.C. — An Upstate teacher was arrested over the weekend at a Walmart and charged with exposing himself to two women, according to a police report.
The report from the Travelers Rest Police Department said John Joseph Gulius, 46, of Greenville, was arrested Sunday morning at the Walmart on Benton Drive, the incident report said. Complete article
TRAVELERS REST, S.C. — An Upstate teacher was arrested over the weekend at a Walmart and charged with exposing himself to two women, according to a police report.
The report from the Travelers Rest Police Department said John Joseph Gulius, 46, of Greenville, was arrested Sunday morning at the Walmart on Benton Drive, the incident report said. Complete article
Walmart discontinues sales of coconut milk brand tied to PETA claims of forced monkey labor 06/08/2022 Partly debunked?
Walmart has become the latest retailer to pull a brand of coconut milk linked to a People for the Ethical Treatments of Animals (PETA) investigation into forced monkey labor.
The retailer has joined Kroger, Target, Costco, and Walgreens in discontinuing sales of Chaokoh coconut milk, USA TODAY reports.
The Thailand-based company was the subject of a PETA Asia investigation in 2019 that alleged monkeys were abused, chained, and forced to pick coconuts. Complete article
DITP debunks rumour Walmart banning Thai coconut due to monkey labour 06/15/2022
Phusit said the department has been communicating with its trade partners after news that the United Kingdom banned monkey-picked coconut products from Thailand in mid-2020.
“We explained that only few communities are using monkeys to pick coconuts as a traditional way of life. No monkeys have been used to pick coconuts for export,” he clarified.
“We have also compiled a monkey-free farm list so that foreign importers can select only farms that comply with no-animal-abuse standards,” he said.
Walmart has become the latest retailer to pull a brand of coconut milk linked to a People for the Ethical Treatments of Animals (PETA) investigation into forced monkey labor.
The retailer has joined Kroger, Target, Costco, and Walgreens in discontinuing sales of Chaokoh coconut milk, USA TODAY reports.
The Thailand-based company was the subject of a PETA Asia investigation in 2019 that alleged monkeys were abused, chained, and forced to pick coconuts. Complete article
DITP debunks rumour Walmart banning Thai coconut due to monkey labour 06/15/2022
Phusit said the department has been communicating with its trade partners after news that the United Kingdom banned monkey-picked coconut products from Thailand in mid-2020.
“We explained that only few communities are using monkeys to pick coconuts as a traditional way of life. No monkeys have been used to pick coconuts for export,” he clarified.
“We have also compiled a monkey-free farm list so that foreign importers can select only farms that comply with no-animal-abuse standards,” he said.
Greenpeace Drops Walmart ‘Recyclable’ Plastics False-Ad Suit 06/06/2022
Greenpeace has voluntarily dismissed, for now, a lawsuit alleging Walmart Inc. deceptively touts its private-label plastic products as “recyclable,” according to a filing in a federal court in California.
Greenpeace Inc. alleged that the retailer’s plasticware and plastic product packaging aren’t recyclable because consumers don’t have access to recycling programs that accept them, they can’t be properly separated and sorted, and there are no end markets to reuse them or convert them into a material that can be reused.
The environmental group sought an injunction that would either require Walmart to substantiate its recycling claims or prohibit the company from ... Complete article
Greenpeace has voluntarily dismissed, for now, a lawsuit alleging Walmart Inc. deceptively touts its private-label plastic products as “recyclable,” according to a filing in a federal court in California.
Greenpeace Inc. alleged that the retailer’s plasticware and plastic product packaging aren’t recyclable because consumers don’t have access to recycling programs that accept them, they can’t be properly separated and sorted, and there are no end markets to reuse them or convert them into a material that can be reused.
The environmental group sought an injunction that would either require Walmart to substantiate its recycling claims or prohibit the company from ... Complete article
Walmart heir Rob Walton wins bid for Denver Broncos 06/07/2022
DENVER — The Denver Broncos and the Walton-Penner family ownership group, spearheaded by Walmart heir Rob Walton, have entered into a sale agreement to acquire the team, the Broncos announced in a tweet Tuesday night.
Walton, 77, is one of the richest people in the world thanks to his Walmart ties. The ownership group includes Walton's daughter, Carrie Walton Penner, and her husband, Greg Penner. Complete article
DENVER — The Denver Broncos and the Walton-Penner family ownership group, spearheaded by Walmart heir Rob Walton, have entered into a sale agreement to acquire the team, the Broncos announced in a tweet Tuesday night.
The Denver Broncos and the Walton-Penner family have entered into a purchase and sale agreement to acquire the team.
Walton, 77, is one of the richest people in the world thanks to his Walmart ties. The ownership group includes Walton's daughter, Carrie Walton Penner, and her husband, Greg Penner. Complete article
2 suspects sought in Opelika Alabama Walmart theft investigation 06/07/2022
OPD investigating Tx. Walmart burglary 06/06/2022
Deputies bust man, 60, removing anti-theft devices from electronics at NC Walmart 06/07/2022
Nevada Cici's Pizza officers ambush & Walmart shooting: 8 years later 06/08/2022
Crown wants 10-year parole ineligibility for man in Alberta Canada Walmart shooting 06/09/2022
1 stabbed, tires slashed after Mich. Walmart incident, witness says 06/09/2022
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — One person was taken to the hospital after being stabbed in the back at the Walmart off of Lake Lansing Road, according to a witness.
An 18-year-old woman on the scene said she was walking through the Walmart store on the 3200 block of Centre Blvd. in Lansing Township with a male friend, when her ex-boyfriend came up and stabbed her friend.
The woman says the victims tires were also slashed in the parking lot. Complete article
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — One person was taken to the hospital after being stabbed in the back at the Walmart off of Lake Lansing Road, according to a witness.
An 18-year-old woman on the scene said she was walking through the Walmart store on the 3200 block of Centre Blvd. in Lansing Township with a male friend, when her ex-boyfriend came up and stabbed her friend.
The woman says the victims tires were also slashed in the parking lot. Complete article
Columbia SC Police arrest suspect in Walmart long gun theft 06/08/2022
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - A 27-year-old man was arrested after investigators said he stole long guns from an area Walmart.
The Columbia Police Department (CPD) said Anthony Bockus is accused of staying inside the Harbison Blvd Walmart after hours and stealing multiple long guns from a case.
He was later captured near Piney Grove Rd at a convenience store. Police were able to recover all of the stolen weapons. Complete article
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - A 27-year-old man was arrested after investigators said he stole long guns from an area Walmart.
The Columbia Police Department (CPD) said Anthony Bockus is accused of staying inside the Harbison Blvd Walmart after hours and stealing multiple long guns from a case.
He was later captured near Piney Grove Rd at a convenience store. Police were able to recover all of the stolen weapons. Complete article
1 arrested in connection with threats against Florence SC Walmart 06/09/2022
FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — One person has been arrested in connection with threats made to hurt people at the Walmart Neighborhood Market on South Cashua Drive in Florence, according to Florence County Sheriff T.J. Joye.
Joye said the store closed early Wednesday as a result of the threat.
He added he and the store’s manager thought it would be best to close the store for the safety of employees and customers. Complete article
FLORENCE, S.C. (WPDE) — One person has been arrested in connection with threats made to hurt people at the Walmart Neighborhood Market on South Cashua Drive in Florence, according to Florence County Sheriff T.J. Joye.
Joye said the store closed early Wednesday as a result of the threat.
He added he and the store’s manager thought it would be best to close the store for the safety of employees and customers. Complete article
White supremacists are going to be “shooting up all Walmarts and will kill Blacks and Mexicans” in San Bernardino, California. 06/08/2022 False alarm?
An Instagram post gave a stark warning to stay away from Walmart stores in California’s San Bernardino County, alleging that police there were warned that white supremacists were planning mass shootings.
The post comes soon after two horrific mass shootings, one at an Uvalde, Texas, elementary school, where 21 people, including 19 children, were killed, and another at the Tops Friendly Markets store in Buffalo, New York, where 10 Black people died in what authorities say was a racially motivated attack.
But the threats are not credible, police in San Bernardino said, and there have been a number of similar threats nationwide in the past week.
"DO NOT GO TO WALMART," an Instagram post on June 4 began in all caps. It went on to say that San Bernardino County police received a tip that white supremacists have "made it clear they are shooting up all Walmarts and will kill Blacks and Mexicans." Complete article
An Instagram post gave a stark warning to stay away from Walmart stores in California’s San Bernardino County, alleging that police there were warned that white supremacists were planning mass shootings.
The post comes soon after two horrific mass shootings, one at an Uvalde, Texas, elementary school, where 21 people, including 19 children, were killed, and another at the Tops Friendly Markets store in Buffalo, New York, where 10 Black people died in what authorities say was a racially motivated attack.
But the threats are not credible, police in San Bernardino said, and there have been a number of similar threats nationwide in the past week.
"DO NOT GO TO WALMART," an Instagram post on June 4 began in all caps. It went on to say that San Bernardino County police received a tip that white supremacists have "made it clear they are shooting up all Walmarts and will kill Blacks and Mexicans." Complete article
AI is embedded everywhere at Walmart 06/09/2022
At Walmart, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are everywhere.
You won’t see it as you walk down the aisles of a Walmart store. You won’t feel it when you pick up a Walmart package from your stoop. And you won’t notice it when you search Walmart’s website for everything from paper towels to toys.
But today, AI and ML is embedded throughout the Walmart organization – from supply chain management and shopping to search. Complete article
At Walmart, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are everywhere.
You won’t see it as you walk down the aisles of a Walmart store. You won’t feel it when you pick up a Walmart package from your stoop. And you won’t notice it when you search Walmart’s website for everything from paper towels to toys.
But today, AI and ML is embedded throughout the Walmart organization – from supply chain management and shopping to search. Complete article
Woman Accused of Leaving 3 Kids in Hot Car While Shopping at NJ Walmart 06/08/2022
Man accused of stealing $4K from Fort Myers Fla. Walmart in MoneyGram scheme 06/09/2022
Bond for man accused in deadly Ohio Walmart shooting to be reconsidered 06/09/2022
Bethlehem Township Pa. police seek person who used fake money at Walmart 06/09/2022
Irmo SC Police warn shoppers of purse thefts at Walmart 06/09/2022
Police: Man shot, killed after threatening officer with knife outside of Springville Utah Walmart 06/11/2022
SPRINGVILLE — A man was shot and killed by police after crashing a vehicle into a patrol car and threatening an officer with a knife as they responded to a report of shots fired outside of a Walmart Friday night, police said.
Springville officers responded to a report of a man firing a gun in the air outside of the Walmart located at 660 S. 1750 West, shortly before 11 p.m., according to Springville police. The call was made by an unnamed tipster.
When officers arrived in the parking lot, a man, whose name and age weren't immediately released, "followed the officer in a vehicle" before crashing it into the back of a patrol car. He then got out of the vehicle and threatened an officer with a knife, according to the agency.
The officer fired at least one shot at the man. Springville Fire and Rescue, who also responded to the area, provided emergency aid but the man was declared dead at the scene. Complete article
Springville Police address deadly officer-involved shooting that left one dead 06/13/2022
SPRINGVILLE — A man was shot and killed by police after crashing a vehicle into a patrol car and threatening an officer with a knife as they responded to a report of shots fired outside of a Walmart Friday night, police said.
Springville officers responded to a report of a man firing a gun in the air outside of the Walmart located at 660 S. 1750 West, shortly before 11 p.m., according to Springville police. The call was made by an unnamed tipster.
When officers arrived in the parking lot, a man, whose name and age weren't immediately released, "followed the officer in a vehicle" before crashing it into the back of a patrol car. He then got out of the vehicle and threatened an officer with a knife, according to the agency.
The officer fired at least one shot at the man. Springville Fire and Rescue, who also responded to the area, provided emergency aid but the man was declared dead at the scene. Complete article
Springville Police address deadly officer-involved shooting that left one dead 06/13/2022
Houston County Ga. deputies: Man found in Walmart parking lot with gunshot wound 06/09/2022
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is in the hospital after being found in a Walmart parking lot with a gunshot wound.
A Houston County Sheriff’s Office news release says the incident was called in from the Booth Road store around 11:50 Thursday morning.
Deputies say 31-year-old Tyler Holland was found with a gunshot wound to the leg. He was taken to Atrium Health Navicent in Macon. There’s no word on his condition. Complete article
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A man is in the hospital after being found in a Walmart parking lot with a gunshot wound.
A Houston County Sheriff’s Office news release says the incident was called in from the Booth Road store around 11:50 Thursday morning.
Deputies say 31-year-old Tyler Holland was found with a gunshot wound to the leg. He was taken to Atrium Health Navicent in Macon. There’s no word on his condition. Complete article
Report: Man arrested after robbing bank then attempting to rob SC Walmart with grenade threat 06/10/2022
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Police officers say they have arrested a 60-year-old man who is accused of robbing a bank, then a few days later attempting to rob a Walmart by saying that he had a grenade.
The North Charleston Police Department arrested Sammie Bernard Greene who is charged with entering a financial institution with intent to steal and attempted armed robbery.
His charges stem from an incident that happened on June 8 when officer responded to South State Bank on 4962 Centre Park Drive for a silent alarm. A report states that Greene entered the bank, attempted to make a withdrawal that was denied, then told a bank teller that if he did not receive money, he would “blow the place up.” Complete article
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Police officers say they have arrested a 60-year-old man who is accused of robbing a bank, then a few days later attempting to rob a Walmart by saying that he had a grenade.
The North Charleston Police Department arrested Sammie Bernard Greene who is charged with entering a financial institution with intent to steal and attempted armed robbery.
His charges stem from an incident that happened on June 8 when officer responded to South State Bank on 4962 Centre Park Drive for a silent alarm. A report states that Greene entered the bank, attempted to make a withdrawal that was denied, then told a bank teller that if he did not receive money, he would “blow the place up.” Complete article
Police hoping to ID suspects who shot fireworks at woman in Tenn. Walmart parking lot 06/10/2022
Police in Franklin are hoping someone might recognize the suspects who shot fireworks, from a black, newer model truck, at a 55-year-old woman in the Walmart parking lot. The unidentified suspects are wanted by Franklin Police, for Assault. Complete article
Police in Franklin are hoping someone might recognize the suspects who shot fireworks, from a black, newer model truck, at a 55-year-old woman in the Walmart parking lot. The unidentified suspects are wanted by Franklin Police, for Assault. Complete article
Woman claims Walmart's acetaminophen sales led to her kids' disorders 06/10/2022
Walmart was sued in federal court in Seattle this week for selling acetaminophen to a Snohomish woman, who claims her regular use of the medication during separate pregnancies in 2009 and 2011 caused lifelong neurological disorders in her children.
The latest: Tiffany Rutledge, the plaintiff, claims her children — identified only by their initials, C.R. and L.R. — both suffer from attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as a result.
L.R. is also likely autistic because of prenatal exposure to the drug, the lawsuit says.
What they're saying: Rutledge's suit claims that for years while Walmart has manufactured and sold acetaminophen in its stores, "the weight of scientific evidence" has found exposure in the womb to the drug, also known as paracetamol and APAP, "significantly increases the risk of neurodevelopmental disorders" in children. Complete article
Walmart was sued in federal court in Seattle this week for selling acetaminophen to a Snohomish woman, who claims her regular use of the medication during separate pregnancies in 2009 and 2011 caused lifelong neurological disorders in her children.
The latest: Tiffany Rutledge, the plaintiff, claims her children — identified only by their initials, C.R. and L.R. — both suffer from attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as a result.
L.R. is also likely autistic because of prenatal exposure to the drug, the lawsuit says.
What they're saying: Rutledge's suit claims that for years while Walmart has manufactured and sold acetaminophen in its stores, "the weight of scientific evidence" has found exposure in the womb to the drug, also known as paracetamol and APAP, "significantly increases the risk of neurodevelopmental disorders" in children. Complete article
Ill. Walmart employee arrested for internal retail theft 06/09/2022
Auburn NY man guilty of armed robbery at Auburn Walmart 06/08/2022
Walmart invests in renewable energy, lower emissions for truck fleet 06/08/2022
Man steals money from Pa. Walmart self-checkout 06/09/2022
Report: Pensacola man abandons child, dog at Walmart after fleeing bail bondsman 06/09/2022
Man tried massive Walmart theft just days before gun incident inside store, Roanoke Rapids NC police say 06/11/2022
ROANOKE RAPIDS, N.C. (WNCN) — Just a few days before a man pointed a gun at a person inside the Roanoke Rapids Walmart, a man tried to steal several thousand dollars worth of merchandise from the same store, police said.
The gun-pointing incident happened around 9:15 p.m. on May 28 and officers said Antwan Harvey pointed the gun. Warrants were issued for his arrest.
A few days earlier, on May 19 at 7 p.m., Roanoke Rapids police were called about a man entering the Walmart. Complete article
ROANOKE RAPIDS, N.C. (WNCN) — Just a few days before a man pointed a gun at a person inside the Roanoke Rapids Walmart, a man tried to steal several thousand dollars worth of merchandise from the same store, police said.
The gun-pointing incident happened around 9:15 p.m. on May 28 and officers said Antwan Harvey pointed the gun. Warrants were issued for his arrest.
A few days earlier, on May 19 at 7 p.m., Roanoke Rapids police were called about a man entering the Walmart. Complete article
Horrific Wisc. Hit-and-Run In Nov. 2018 That Killed 3 Girl Scouts Leads to Walmart Lawsuit 06/11/2022
Most people think of drinking and driving when it comes to car accidents. However, other substances can lead to impairment while behind the wheel. Huffing is one of them. It led to a tragic hit-and-run that killed three Girl Scouts and a mother, and the driver might not be the only one to face charges.
A fatal hit-and-run killed 3 Girl Scouts and a mother
A group of Girl Scouts and parent chaperones were picking up litter along a road in Lake Hallie, Wisconsin, on Nov. 3, 2018. That’s when a pickup truck plowed into them and took off. The impact killed three of the girls and a mother and left another girl with life-altering injuries, Twin Cities Pioneer Press reports. ....
Though the two men involved in the crash were tried and convicted, the victims’ families still believe other parties should answer for their role in the tragedy, WQOW News reports. That’s why they’re suing Walmart, which allegedly sold the Ultra Duster spray to Treu.
According to Bloomberg Law, Walmart tried to have the lawsuit dismissed but failed. So the case will move forward. Complete article
Walmart Not Liable to Man Hurt by Driver High on Huffing Duster 06/16/2022
Most people think of drinking and driving when it comes to car accidents. However, other substances can lead to impairment while behind the wheel. Huffing is one of them. It led to a tragic hit-and-run that killed three Girl Scouts and a mother, and the driver might not be the only one to face charges.
A fatal hit-and-run killed 3 Girl Scouts and a mother
A group of Girl Scouts and parent chaperones were picking up litter along a road in Lake Hallie, Wisconsin, on Nov. 3, 2018. That’s when a pickup truck plowed into them and took off. The impact killed three of the girls and a mother and left another girl with life-altering injuries, Twin Cities Pioneer Press reports. ....
Though the two men involved in the crash were tried and convicted, the victims’ families still believe other parties should answer for their role in the tragedy, WQOW News reports. That’s why they’re suing Walmart, which allegedly sold the Ultra Duster spray to Treu.
According to Bloomberg Law, Walmart tried to have the lawsuit dismissed but failed. So the case will move forward. Complete article
Walmart Not Liable to Man Hurt by Driver High on Huffing Duster 06/16/2022
Is 5-10 years fair for shoplifting $80 from a Walmart self-checkout? Kentucky AG says yes 06/13/2022
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — When Chastity Shirley shopped at Walmart’s Somerset, Kentucky, store one day in 2018, she pulled what retailers call a "switcheroo."
She switched the bar codes from a toothbrush holder with those from a more expensive children's rug and slipcover and checked herself out of the store.
She was caught red-handed by a loss-control associate who was watching her.
The cost difference between the item she paid for and the two she tried to take — $80.80.
But instead of charging her with misdemeanor theft — standard for shoplifting crimes of less than $500 — a Pulaski County prosecutor persuaded a grand jury to indict Shirley for "unlawful access to a computer." ....
A jury found Shirley guilty, but the Kentucky Court of Appeals reversed her conviction, saying it would be "inherently unfair to convict somebody of a class C felony for theft of goods worth $80." ....
On Wednesday, however, Attorney General Daniel Cameron’s office will ask the Kentucky Supreme Court to reinstate Shirley’s conviction — lining up behind retailers eager to stem a burgeoning form of crime. Complete article
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — When Chastity Shirley shopped at Walmart’s Somerset, Kentucky, store one day in 2018, she pulled what retailers call a "switcheroo."
She switched the bar codes from a toothbrush holder with those from a more expensive children's rug and slipcover and checked herself out of the store.
She was caught red-handed by a loss-control associate who was watching her.
The cost difference between the item she paid for and the two she tried to take — $80.80.
But instead of charging her with misdemeanor theft — standard for shoplifting crimes of less than $500 — a Pulaski County prosecutor persuaded a grand jury to indict Shirley for "unlawful access to a computer." ....
A jury found Shirley guilty, but the Kentucky Court of Appeals reversed her conviction, saying it would be "inherently unfair to convict somebody of a class C felony for theft of goods worth $80." ....
On Wednesday, however, Attorney General Daniel Cameron’s office will ask the Kentucky Supreme Court to reinstate Shirley’s conviction — lining up behind retailers eager to stem a burgeoning form of crime. Complete article
Residents frustrated, Ca. Walmart shut down due to water issues in Sanger 06/11/2022
In some areas, the water pressure is so low, people cannot run their washing machines or dishwashers.
SANGER, Calif. (KFSN) -- People who live in Sanger report they're having trouble with low water pressure.
In some areas, it's such a problem, people cannot run their washing machines or dishwashers.
On Saturday, the Walmart in Sanger on Jensen and Bethel Avenues had to shut down early.
It reopened later in the day, with Port-a-Potties placed outside the store.
The deli and the bakery inside are still closed. Complete article
In some areas, the water pressure is so low, people cannot run their washing machines or dishwashers.
SANGER, Calif. (KFSN) -- People who live in Sanger report they're having trouble with low water pressure.
In some areas, it's such a problem, people cannot run their washing machines or dishwashers.
On Saturday, the Walmart in Sanger on Jensen and Bethel Avenues had to shut down early.
It reopened later in the day, with Port-a-Potties placed outside the store.
The deli and the bakery inside are still closed. Complete article
'It was kind of surprising': Northeast Walmart customers report issues with refrigerators 06/13/2022
EL PASO, TX (KFOX14) — The Walmart on Woodrow Bean had several cold food items missing from its refrigerators Sunday due to issues with the machines.
“It was kind of surprising," said Harold Hester, a shopper at the store.
“I thought there was another incident like covid going on or something," said Andre Garcia.
All the pork, beef, chicken, and dairy items were removed from the refrigerators and stores elsewhere, according to an employee at the store. Other refrigerators that held coffee creamers were covered with plastic wrap. Complete article
EL PASO, TX (KFOX14) — The Walmart on Woodrow Bean had several cold food items missing from its refrigerators Sunday due to issues with the machines.
“It was kind of surprising," said Harold Hester, a shopper at the store.
“I thought there was another incident like covid going on or something," said Andre Garcia.
All the pork, beef, chicken, and dairy items were removed from the refrigerators and stores elsewhere, according to an employee at the store. Other refrigerators that held coffee creamers were covered with plastic wrap. Complete article
Three women arrested in reported TV thefts from Stafford County Va. Walmart 06/10/2022
Bomb threat made at Walmart on Schillinger a hoax: Mobile Alabama Police 06/10/2022
Man arrested in 'racially driven' threat at Walmart near Thibodaux La. 06/10/2022
Indictment could slow roll of 5 Deuce Hoova Crips member charged in Tx. Walmart thefts 06/12/2022
Police: Man arrested after yelling curse words in Tx. Walmart 06/11/2022
Man fatally shot by Cherokee County Ga. narcotics agents during arrest at Walmart 06/14/2022
A man suspected of trafficking drugs outside a Walmart in Holly Springs was shot Monday night by members of a Cherokee County narcotics squad and later died after striking two vehicles on I-575, officials said.
The GBI was called to investigate the police shooting. A large police presence converged in the parking lot of the store just off the interstate on Holly Springs Parkway, including authorities from the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office and Canton Police Department.
About 7:30 p.m., the Cherokee Multi-Agency Narcotics Squad was conducting an undercover operation at the Walmart when a man thought to be selling heroin and fentanyl was approached by agents, Cherokee sheriff’s office spokesman Jay Baker said in a news release.
The suspect, whose name was not released, attempted to flee the area and in the process rammed an agent’s vehicle and drove toward agents, Baker said. At that point, the agents fired at the suspect, striking him.
Despite being hit, the man drove north on Ga. 5 and struck a guard rail, drove down the exit ramp from I-575 in the wrong direction and hit two vehicles, according to the release. The drivers of those vehicles were not injured. Complete article
Witness recounts shooting, undercover operation in Walmart parking lot 06/14/2022
A man suspected of trafficking drugs outside a Walmart in Holly Springs was shot Monday night by members of a Cherokee County narcotics squad and later died after striking two vehicles on I-575, officials said.
The GBI was called to investigate the police shooting. A large police presence converged in the parking lot of the store just off the interstate on Holly Springs Parkway, including authorities from the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office and Canton Police Department.
About 7:30 p.m., the Cherokee Multi-Agency Narcotics Squad was conducting an undercover operation at the Walmart when a man thought to be selling heroin and fentanyl was approached by agents, Cherokee sheriff’s office spokesman Jay Baker said in a news release.
The suspect, whose name was not released, attempted to flee the area and in the process rammed an agent’s vehicle and drove toward agents, Baker said. At that point, the agents fired at the suspect, striking him.
Despite being hit, the man drove north on Ga. 5 and struck a guard rail, drove down the exit ramp from I-575 in the wrong direction and hit two vehicles, according to the release. The drivers of those vehicles were not injured. Complete article
Witness recounts shooting, undercover operation in Walmart parking lot 06/14/2022
Body of man who vanished from GA Walmart still missing after accused killer’s suicide 06/13/2022
UPSON COUNTY, Ga. — A man wanted on murder charges in the death of a man who vanished in from a Georgia Walmart has died by suicide.
The victim’s body has still not been found.
The Upson County Sheriff’s Office said Stanley Steverson, of Thomaston, was reported missing on June 7. He was last seen around 8:30 p.m. at a Walmart in Thomaston.
His truck was found near a pond at the northern end of the county and impounded.
The Sheriff’s Office brought in the Georgia Bureau of Investigation and the Thomaston Police Department, who determined that Demonte Terrell Davis was involved in Steverson’s death.
Davis was scheduled to surrender on murder charges on June 12. Family members accompanied him to an Ingles parking lot in Griffin. When he got out of the car, Davis pulled out a gun and shot himself in the head, officers said. Complete article
UPSON COUNTY, Ga. — A man wanted on murder charges in the death of a man who vanished in from a Georgia Walmart has died by suicide.
The victim’s body has still not been found.
The Upson County Sheriff’s Office said Stanley Steverson, of Thomaston, was reported missing on June 7. He was last seen around 8:30 p.m. at a Walmart in Thomaston.
His truck was found near a pond at the northern end of the county and impounded.
The Sheriff’s Office brought in the Georgia Bureau of Investigation and the Thomaston Police Department, who determined that Demonte Terrell Davis was involved in Steverson’s death.
Davis was scheduled to surrender on murder charges on June 12. Family members accompanied him to an Ingles parking lot in Griffin. When he got out of the car, Davis pulled out a gun and shot himself in the head, officers said. Complete article
Accused Tenn. Walmart shoplifter tries to grab MNPD officer’s gun 06/14/2022
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — A suspected shoplifter accused of grabbing a Metro Nashville police officer’s gun was charged Monday afternoon.
According to MNPD documents, it happened at a Nashville Walmart. Loss prevention and the officer reportedly went to the bathroom where they found Artie McDuffie, 25, in a stall with several store items.
Officials said McDuffie was told to show his hands, but instead, he put them in his pockets. An officer then allegedly reached for his firearm, which is when police said McDuffie lunged at the officer and tried to take the gun away from him. Mcduffie was then held down until backup arrived. Complete article
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — A suspected shoplifter accused of grabbing a Metro Nashville police officer’s gun was charged Monday afternoon.
According to MNPD documents, it happened at a Nashville Walmart. Loss prevention and the officer reportedly went to the bathroom where they found Artie McDuffie, 25, in a stall with several store items.
Officials said McDuffie was told to show his hands, but instead, he put them in his pockets. An officer then allegedly reached for his firearm, which is when police said McDuffie lunged at the officer and tried to take the gun away from him. Mcduffie was then held down until backup arrived. Complete article
Man who threatened Walmart shooting being sought by Kerrville Tx. authorities 06/13/2022
Kerrville police are looking for a man alleged to have made terroristic threats in a Kerrville Walmart on Friday, June 10.
John Thomas Martin, 19, went into the 1216 Junction Highway Walmart Supercenter and threatened to shoot up the store after being asked to leave the business, authorities say.
Sergeant Jonathan Lamb of the Kerrville Police Department says Martin spent two-hours displaying behavior that made employees "uncomfortable." When asked to leave, Martin told Walmart management he would return to the store "wearing body armor and shooting," he tells MySA.
Lamb says said he didn't have information about Martin's appearance in a previous mug shot, including the lacerations on his forehead. A witness shared with Lamb that Martin's hair is shorter now than it is in his mug shot. Complete article
Kerrville police are looking for a man alleged to have made terroristic threats in a Kerrville Walmart on Friday, June 10.
John Thomas Martin, 19, went into the 1216 Junction Highway Walmart Supercenter and threatened to shoot up the store after being asked to leave the business, authorities say.
Sergeant Jonathan Lamb of the Kerrville Police Department says Martin spent two-hours displaying behavior that made employees "uncomfortable." When asked to leave, Martin told Walmart management he would return to the store "wearing body armor and shooting," he tells MySA.
Lamb says said he didn't have information about Martin's appearance in a previous mug shot, including the lacerations on his forehead. A witness shared with Lamb that Martin's hair is shorter now than it is in his mug shot. Complete article
Report: Couple engage in sex acts while Bazetta Ohio Walmart customers watch on TV 06/13/2022
A Lowellville woman who skipped a public indecency court hearing found herself in the Trumbull County Jail on Monday.
According to court records, 40-year-old Miranda Houk-Smith failed to appear in Trumbull Central District Court last month after Bazetta Township Police charged her and a Cortland man with public indecency.
Officers were called to the Walmart in Bazetta on May 21 when employees reported that two people in a van were engaged in sexual activity while parked in the store’s drive-thru pharmacy lane.
The police report says as the woman was undressing and the man was fondling her, the activity was being picked up by a store security camera. Both employees and store customers could see a monitor showing what was going on inside the car, according to the report.
As police arrived, they say it appeared that the woman was putting her bikini top back on. Complete article
A Lowellville woman who skipped a public indecency court hearing found herself in the Trumbull County Jail on Monday.
According to court records, 40-year-old Miranda Houk-Smith failed to appear in Trumbull Central District Court last month after Bazetta Township Police charged her and a Cortland man with public indecency.
Officers were called to the Walmart in Bazetta on May 21 when employees reported that two people in a van were engaged in sexual activity while parked in the store’s drive-thru pharmacy lane.
The police report says as the woman was undressing and the man was fondling her, the activity was being picked up by a store security camera. Both employees and store customers could see a monitor showing what was going on inside the car, according to the report.
As police arrived, they say it appeared that the woman was putting her bikini top back on. Complete article
State troopers pull over man driving motorized Walmart cart on Indiana interstate 06/14/2022
CLARK COUNTY, Ind. (WXIN) – State troopers came across an unlikely vehicle on a southern Indiana interstate: an electric Walmart cart.
On Monday morning at around 5 a.m., Senior Trooper Rob Caudill came across a man riding an electronic cart — and pushing a construction barrel — on 1-265 in Clark County, according to a Facebook post by the Sellersburg department of the Indiana State Police.
ISP said the man was taken to Louisville, Kentucky for pending charges. The cart was recovered and returned to Walmart. Complete article
CLARK COUNTY, Ind. (WXIN) – State troopers came across an unlikely vehicle on a southern Indiana interstate: an electric Walmart cart.
On Monday morning at around 5 a.m., Senior Trooper Rob Caudill came across a man riding an electronic cart — and pushing a construction barrel — on 1-265 in Clark County, according to a Facebook post by the Sellersburg department of the Indiana State Police.
ISP said the man was taken to Louisville, Kentucky for pending charges. The cart was recovered and returned to Walmart. Complete article
Accused meth dealer arrested after foot chase at Abilene Tx. Wal-mart 06/13/2022
TAYLOR COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – An accused methamphetamine dealer has been arrested after a brief foot chase at Wal-mart in Abilene.
Billy Merchant, of Merkel, Texas, was taken into custody on Federal Warrants at Abilene southside Wal-mart Thursday after a short foot pursuit involving the Taylor County Sheriff’s Office.
4 ounces of methamphetamine was found in Merchant’s possession after his arrest, according to the Sheriff’s Office. Complete article
TAYLOR COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – An accused methamphetamine dealer has been arrested after a brief foot chase at Wal-mart in Abilene.
Billy Merchant, of Merkel, Texas, was taken into custody on Federal Warrants at Abilene southside Wal-mart Thursday after a short foot pursuit involving the Taylor County Sheriff’s Office.
4 ounces of methamphetamine was found in Merchant’s possession after his arrest, according to the Sheriff’s Office. Complete article
PA. POLICE SEARCH FOR COUPLE WHO STOLE CASH FROM WALMART TILL 06/13/2022
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Heavy police presence at Walmart following reported shooting on Pooler Ga. Parkway 06/14/2022
POOLER, Ga. — A heavy police presence was seen Tuesday evening after a reported shooting on the Pooler Parkway.
The report originated from an apartment complex near Walmart. When a WJCL crew arrived on scene, they found police had blocked off an area between the Walmart and Home Depot.
Officers were seen investigating an abandoned vehicle which had a bullet hole in the driver's side door. Complete article
POOLER, Ga. — A heavy police presence was seen Tuesday evening after a reported shooting on the Pooler Parkway.
The report originated from an apartment complex near Walmart. When a WJCL crew arrived on scene, they found police had blocked off an area between the Walmart and Home Depot.
Officers were seen investigating an abandoned vehicle which had a bullet hole in the driver's side door. Complete article
Murfreesboro Tenn. police investigating body found in SUV at Walmart 06/14/2022
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WKRN) – Murfreesboro Police are investigating after a dead body was found in an SUV parked at the Walmart on Joe B. Jackson Parkway.
Police say the body of a white male in his 40s was discovered around 2:17 p.m. Tuesday. They do not suspect foul play, according to Spokesman Larry Flowers.
The department has requested an autopsy be performed by the medical examiner. No further information was available. Complete article
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WKRN) – Murfreesboro Police are investigating after a dead body was found in an SUV parked at the Walmart on Joe B. Jackson Parkway.
Police say the body of a white male in his 40s was discovered around 2:17 p.m. Tuesday. They do not suspect foul play, according to Spokesman Larry Flowers.
The department has requested an autopsy be performed by the medical examiner. No further information was available. Complete article
Deputies: Brooksville Fla. Walmart incident not a shooting 06/14/2022
BROOKSVILLE, Fla. (WFLA) – Deputies in Hernando County said they have determined that a reported shooting behind the Brooksville Walmart was not actually a shooting.
In an email sent Tuesday afternoon, the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office said deputies had responded to what they called a shooting behind the Walmart on Cortez Boulevard. The email said a suspect was still at large and people were asked to avoid the area.
About 15 minutes later, an updated email was sent out that the incident was not a shooting. Complete article
BROOKSVILLE, Fla. (WFLA) – Deputies in Hernando County said they have determined that a reported shooting behind the Brooksville Walmart was not actually a shooting.
In an email sent Tuesday afternoon, the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office said deputies had responded to what they called a shooting behind the Walmart on Cortez Boulevard. The email said a suspect was still at large and people were asked to avoid the area.
About 15 minutes later, an updated email was sent out that the incident was not a shooting. Complete article
Overturned tractor trailer spills squash, zucchini in front of Manchester Conn. Walmart 06/15/2022
MANCHESTER, CT (WFSB) - A tractor trailer driver overturned the vehicle and spilled produce near the entrance to a Walmart in Manchester.
Police said they responded to Buckland Hills Drive late Tuesday night.
The tractor-trailer, which carried produce and was registered to Northern Valley Farms, Inc. out of Granby, CT, had been heading east when the driver tried to negotiate a curve near the entrance to 345 Buckland Hills Dr. Complete article
MANCHESTER, CT (WFSB) - A tractor trailer driver overturned the vehicle and spilled produce near the entrance to a Walmart in Manchester.
Police said they responded to Buckland Hills Drive late Tuesday night.
The tractor-trailer, which carried produce and was registered to Northern Valley Farms, Inc. out of Granby, CT, had been heading east when the driver tried to negotiate a curve near the entrance to 345 Buckland Hills Dr. Complete article
Duo nabbed after stealing $1,200 worth of items from Walmart in Tarboro, NC deputies say 06/13/2022
Pullman and Moscow Wash. Walmarts robbed of nearly $2,000 worth of merchandise 06/13/2022
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2 men found dead in Tenn. Walmart parking lot three weeks apart 06/14/2022
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WSMV) - Two men found dead in vehicles weeks apart in the parking lot of a local Walmart have been deemed not to be victims of foul play.
Murfreesboro Police said officers initially responded to a welfare check call from a manager at Walmart located on 140 B. Jackson Pkwy., around 2:17 p.m. Tuesday. Officers then came to find that a 46-year-old man found inside his SUV deceased.
Authorities said Wednesday that the 46-year-old reportedly lived in his SUV and last worked on June 7. His name has not been made public as officials work to notify his family. Detectives added that they do not believe the death is suspicious and that the medical examiner will perform a routine autopsy to determine how he died.
In a similar case, on May 25, a 48-year-old man was found dead, slumped over the steering wheel of his car in the same Walmart parking lot. Detectives said that they believe his death could be medical-related; however, they are still awaiting the autopsy results to determine the cause. Complete article
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WSMV) - Two men found dead in vehicles weeks apart in the parking lot of a local Walmart have been deemed not to be victims of foul play.
Murfreesboro Police said officers initially responded to a welfare check call from a manager at Walmart located on 140 B. Jackson Pkwy., around 2:17 p.m. Tuesday. Officers then came to find that a 46-year-old man found inside his SUV deceased.
Authorities said Wednesday that the 46-year-old reportedly lived in his SUV and last worked on June 7. His name has not been made public as officials work to notify his family. Detectives added that they do not believe the death is suspicious and that the medical examiner will perform a routine autopsy to determine how he died.
In a similar case, on May 25, a 48-year-old man was found dead, slumped over the steering wheel of his car in the same Walmart parking lot. Detectives said that they believe his death could be medical-related; however, they are still awaiting the autopsy results to determine the cause. Complete article
29 PALMS MAN ARRESTED AFTER A KIDNAPPING AND ASSAULT AT CA. WALMART 06/16/2022
A Twentynine Palms man has been arrested, accused of kidnapping and assault with a deadly weapon at the Yucca Valley Walmart. Sheriff’s investigators said Tuesday June 14 at 5:56 pm, deputies from the Morongo Basin station were dispatched to the Yucca Valley Walmart on a report of a kidnapping inside the store. The male and female victims were shopping together when the suspect, David Sorattanasoun, 38, of Twentynine Palms approached them.
Deputies say the female victim and Sorattansoun were involved in an on again, off again relationship. Sorattanasoun assaulted the male victim, knocking him unconscious, and forced the female victim to leave the store with him. Witnesses said Sorattanasoun pulled the female victim into a car in the parking lot and then drove away at a high rate of speed. The vehicle was located by deputies, parked at a residence in Twentynine Palms. Detectives obtained an arrest warrant and the Specialized Enforcement Division responded to the residence and took Sorattansoun into custody without incident. The victim was found at the residence uninjured. Sorattanasoun was booked at the Morongo Basin jail for investigation of Kidnapping and Assault with a Deadly Weapon.
This investigation is still ongoing, anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Deputy Adam Renteria or Detective Thomas Gates of the Morongo Basin Station (760) 366-4175. Complete article
A Twentynine Palms man has been arrested, accused of kidnapping and assault with a deadly weapon at the Yucca Valley Walmart. Sheriff’s investigators said Tuesday June 14 at 5:56 pm, deputies from the Morongo Basin station were dispatched to the Yucca Valley Walmart on a report of a kidnapping inside the store. The male and female victims were shopping together when the suspect, David Sorattanasoun, 38, of Twentynine Palms approached them.
Deputies say the female victim and Sorattansoun were involved in an on again, off again relationship. Sorattanasoun assaulted the male victim, knocking him unconscious, and forced the female victim to leave the store with him. Witnesses said Sorattanasoun pulled the female victim into a car in the parking lot and then drove away at a high rate of speed. The vehicle was located by deputies, parked at a residence in Twentynine Palms. Detectives obtained an arrest warrant and the Specialized Enforcement Division responded to the residence and took Sorattansoun into custody without incident. The victim was found at the residence uninjured. Sorattanasoun was booked at the Morongo Basin jail for investigation of Kidnapping and Assault with a Deadly Weapon.
This investigation is still ongoing, anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Deputy Adam Renteria or Detective Thomas Gates of the Morongo Basin Station (760) 366-4175. Complete article
Walmart employee accused of recording children in store’s bathroom, Brevard County Fla. deputies say 06/15/2022
MERRITT ISLAND, Fla. – Brevard County deputies on Thursday booked a man accused of taking pictures and videos of people using the bathroom in the Walmart he worked for.
Qyran Emmanuel Ackerman, 21, of Cocoa, had been employed at a Walmart in Merritt Island for three months leading up to April 30, when deputies said he was caught taking a photo over the stall of someone using a urinal, according to an affidavit for his arrest. Complete article
MERRITT ISLAND, Fla. – Brevard County deputies on Thursday booked a man accused of taking pictures and videos of people using the bathroom in the Walmart he worked for.
Qyran Emmanuel Ackerman, 21, of Cocoa, had been employed at a Walmart in Merritt Island for three months leading up to April 30, when deputies said he was caught taking a photo over the stall of someone using a urinal, according to an affidavit for his arrest. Complete article
‘Ghost town…not a single soul’: Man can’t find employees at Walmart, uses intercom to get help 06/13/2022
In a viral video, TikToker Will (@charlestonboy843) uses the Walmart intercom twice to get assistance in buying a laptop, after being unable to find an employee in the store. “Locating Walmart employee hack,” he captioned the video.
Will records himself walking up to the phone. “Shit frustrating as hell man,” he says. “Can’t never find any employees at Walmart.” He then asks for help in the technology department over the intercom, as he needs assistance purchasing a computer.
The TikToker proceeds to show the store, calling it a “ghost town…not a single soul.” He then calls out for help over the intercom for a second time.
“This is the electronic department,” he says into the phone, his voice projecting throughout the store. “Can someone please come to the electronics department? I’d really appreciate it.”
Eventually, an employee arrived, but Will claims the worker was not happy. He wrote via overlay text, “This man was pissed I used ‘HIS’ intercom. He told me I should’ve walked around until I found someone.” Complete article
INSANE INTERCOM PRANK IN WALMART! 11/09/2016
In a viral video, TikToker Will (@charlestonboy843) uses the Walmart intercom twice to get assistance in buying a laptop, after being unable to find an employee in the store. “Locating Walmart employee hack,” he captioned the video.
Will records himself walking up to the phone. “Shit frustrating as hell man,” he says. “Can’t never find any employees at Walmart.” He then asks for help in the technology department over the intercom, as he needs assistance purchasing a computer.
The TikToker proceeds to show the store, calling it a “ghost town…not a single soul.” He then calls out for help over the intercom for a second time.
“This is the electronic department,” he says into the phone, his voice projecting throughout the store. “Can someone please come to the electronics department? I’d really appreciate it.”
Eventually, an employee arrived, but Will claims the worker was not happy. He wrote via overlay text, “This man was pissed I used ‘HIS’ intercom. He told me I should’ve walked around until I found someone.” Complete article
INSANE INTERCOM PRANK IN WALMART! 11/09/2016
Truck hauling 400-plus tires catches on fire outside Albion NY Walmart 06/15/2022
ALBION – Firefighters are trying to put out a fire on a truck that is loaded with more than 400 used tires next to the Albion Walmart.
The fire spewed dark smoke on the west side of Walmart. The store has been evacuated.
Firefighters were dispatched to the scene at 5:39 p.m. Barre firefighters were also called to use a special foam to try to contain the fire. Complete article
ALBION – Firefighters are trying to put out a fire on a truck that is loaded with more than 400 used tires next to the Albion Walmart.
The fire spewed dark smoke on the west side of Walmart. The store has been evacuated.
Firefighters were dispatched to the scene at 5:39 p.m. Barre firefighters were also called to use a special foam to try to contain the fire. Complete article
Friend fights off woman's attacker with broomstick in Ohio Walmart aisle 06/16/2022
COLERAIN TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WKRC) - A woman says her friend had to use a broomstick off a store shelf to scare off the man who attacked her at a Colerain Township Walmart.
Keasia Dailey said she was shopping for lunch meat at the Walmart on Colerain Avenue at I-275 Wednesday when a strange man approached and began groping her.
"He touched on my boobs and said some slurred words, but I heard the word '[expletive],'" said Dailey.
Dailey said the man, identified by police as Lamar Taylor, began punching her when she pushed him away.
"He tackles me down to the ground and he put me in a headlock," said Dailey.
Dailey said onlookers began recording on their phones, but that only her friend stepped in to help. She said her friend grabbed a broomstick off a store shelf and used it to beat her attacker. Complete article
COLERAIN TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WKRC) - A woman says her friend had to use a broomstick off a store shelf to scare off the man who attacked her at a Colerain Township Walmart.
Keasia Dailey said she was shopping for lunch meat at the Walmart on Colerain Avenue at I-275 Wednesday when a strange man approached and began groping her.
"He touched on my boobs and said some slurred words, but I heard the word '[expletive],'" said Dailey.
Dailey said the man, identified by police as Lamar Taylor, began punching her when she pushed him away.
"He tackles me down to the ground and he put me in a headlock," said Dailey.
Dailey said onlookers began recording on their phones, but that only her friend stepped in to help. She said her friend grabbed a broomstick off a store shelf and used it to beat her attacker. Complete article
EPA report finds asbestos, benzene in smoke from Ind. Walmart warehouse fire 06/15/2022
PLAINFIELD, Ind. (WISH) — It has been three months since a fire destroyed a Walmart distribution warehouse in Plainfield.
The smoke on March 16 could be seen for miles. Some of that smoke made it into the homes that are right around the corner from the warehouse. A family of seven says it’s still dealing with the effects of the fire.
“There is something in our home that is making us sick,” said Elizabeth Harvey.
She had a front-row seat to the Walmart warehouse fire. She, her five children and her husband live in a subdivision that is less than a mile north of the Walmart property. The smoke from the fire was over her house. She says the smoke lingered in the neighborhood for days. Complete article
PLAINFIELD, Ind. (WISH) — It has been three months since a fire destroyed a Walmart distribution warehouse in Plainfield.
The smoke on March 16 could be seen for miles. Some of that smoke made it into the homes that are right around the corner from the warehouse. A family of seven says it’s still dealing with the effects of the fire.
“There is something in our home that is making us sick,” said Elizabeth Harvey.
She had a front-row seat to the Walmart warehouse fire. She, her five children and her husband live in a subdivision that is less than a mile north of the Walmart property. The smoke from the fire was over her house. She says the smoke lingered in the neighborhood for days. Complete article
WV Foster parents struggle as Walmart no longer accepts vouchers 06/16/2022
LEWISBURG, WV (WVNS) – Foster parents in West Virginia are struggling as Walmart is no longer accepting Foster Parent vouchers.
Foster parents in West Virginia receive a $300 voucher to make purchases such as clothes, diapers, car seats, or baby formula for their foster kids. But, with Walmart no longer accepting the vouchers, many foster parents just can’t afford to get the things they need there.
As of right now, the only stores in the state to accept those vouchers are JCPenney and Gabe’s. Gabe’s has 6 locations in the state. JCPenney has 8.
This means Jessica Smith, a foster parent from Greenbrier County, has to drive nearly an hour each way to Beckley, just to shop at a store that doesn’t sell diapers, formula, or many other things foster parents need. Complete article
LEWISBURG, WV (WVNS) – Foster parents in West Virginia are struggling as Walmart is no longer accepting Foster Parent vouchers.
Foster parents in West Virginia receive a $300 voucher to make purchases such as clothes, diapers, car seats, or baby formula for their foster kids. But, with Walmart no longer accepting the vouchers, many foster parents just can’t afford to get the things they need there.
As of right now, the only stores in the state to accept those vouchers are JCPenney and Gabe’s. Gabe’s has 6 locations in the state. JCPenney has 8.
This means Jessica Smith, a foster parent from Greenbrier County, has to drive nearly an hour each way to Beckley, just to shop at a store that doesn’t sell diapers, formula, or many other things foster parents need. Complete article
Irvine man with disability claims he was discriminated against by Ky. Walmart when applying for job 06/15/2022
LEXINGTON, Ky (WTVQ) – A lawyer in Irvine is seeking justice for his client who says has been discriminated against by Walmart. Ten years ago the client, who has spina bifida, applied for jobs that were open and he was able to do, but was told no.
In 2010, Timothy Price from Irvine was looking for work and applied for openings at the Walmart Supercenter in Richmond. Those positions included janitor, greeter and cart pushes, all jobs that he says he was more than qualified and happy to do.
“I talked to some of their cart pushers and they hate their job and I’d love the job because I love being outside,” says Price.
Price says he felt confident he’d get the job, especially because he has janitorial degree in building maintenance and at one point had his own shampoo and carpet business. But instead of a rejection letter, he says he got a call from a manager. Complete article
LEXINGTON, Ky (WTVQ) – A lawyer in Irvine is seeking justice for his client who says has been discriminated against by Walmart. Ten years ago the client, who has spina bifida, applied for jobs that were open and he was able to do, but was told no.
In 2010, Timothy Price from Irvine was looking for work and applied for openings at the Walmart Supercenter in Richmond. Those positions included janitor, greeter and cart pushes, all jobs that he says he was more than qualified and happy to do.
“I talked to some of their cart pushers and they hate their job and I’d love the job because I love being outside,” says Price.
Price says he felt confident he’d get the job, especially because he has janitorial degree in building maintenance and at one point had his own shampoo and carpet business. But instead of a rejection letter, he says he got a call from a manager. Complete article
WHO AM I? Jacksonville NC police searching for believed two-time Walmart thief 06/15/2022
Man arrested under Baker Act at Immokalee Road Naples, Fla. Walmart near I-75 06/16/2022
Pa. Wal-Mart evacuated due to bomb threat 06/15/2022
CORRECTED-Walmart to raise average pay of pharmacy workers to at least $20 an hour 06/16/2022
Mike Lindell Says Wal Mart Is Pulling His My Pillow Products in Light of January 6th Hearings 06/16/2022
Woman wanted in alleged attack on man friend apprehended near Buffalo Ridge Fla. Walmart 06/16/2022
Two accused of under-ringing items at Pa. Walmart, police seek help identifying suspects 06/16/2022
Woman, Teenage Boy Nabbed After Attempted Robbery Outside Valley Stream NY Walmart, Police Say 06/18/2022
A woman and teenage boy have been charged in connection to an attempted robbery outside a Long Island Walmart.
It happened on Friday, June 17 at 8:05 a.m. in Valley Stream.
According to Nassau County Police Robbery Squad Detectives, a 47-year-old man was in the driver’s seat of a 2016 Volkswagen in the parking lot of the Walmart, located at 77 Green Acres Road.
An unknown male approached the driver, displayed what appeared to be a handgun and ordered the victim out of the vehicle, police said. Complete article
A woman and teenage boy have been charged in connection to an attempted robbery outside a Long Island Walmart.
It happened on Friday, June 17 at 8:05 a.m. in Valley Stream.
According to Nassau County Police Robbery Squad Detectives, a 47-year-old man was in the driver’s seat of a 2016 Volkswagen in the parking lot of the Walmart, located at 77 Green Acres Road.
An unknown male approached the driver, displayed what appeared to be a handgun and ordered the victim out of the vehicle, police said. Complete article
State Police investigate report of attempted child abduction at Plattsburgh NY Walmart 06/18/2022
On Saturday, June 18, 2022, at about 2:27 p.m., State Police and the Clinton County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Walmart at 25 Consumer Square in Plattsburgh for a report of a possible attempted child abduction.
An investigation detemined that there was no attempted child abduction, and no criminal activity occurred. Complete article
On Saturday, June 18, 2022, at about 2:27 p.m., State Police and the Clinton County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Walmart at 25 Consumer Square in Plattsburgh for a report of a possible attempted child abduction.
An investigation detemined that there was no attempted child abduction, and no criminal activity occurred. Complete article
Fire crews evacuate northwest Bakersfield Ca. Walmart for fire inside 06/16/2022
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Kern County Fire Department evacuated a Walmart in northwest Bakersfield following reports of a fire inside the building, according to KCFD Public Information Officer Andrew Freeborn.
Freeborn said fire crews got a call at about 10:57 a.m. of reports of smoke and flames near the meat storage area at the Walmart on Rosedale Highway. When they arrived, firefighters found the fire was isolated to a cooler, a cold storage unit where the fire had first been reported.
Crews put out the fire within 30 minutes of arrival, according to Freeborn. It is unclear how much damage the fire caused. Complete article
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Kern County Fire Department evacuated a Walmart in northwest Bakersfield following reports of a fire inside the building, according to KCFD Public Information Officer Andrew Freeborn.
Freeborn said fire crews got a call at about 10:57 a.m. of reports of smoke and flames near the meat storage area at the Walmart on Rosedale Highway. When they arrived, firefighters found the fire was isolated to a cooler, a cold storage unit where the fire had first been reported.
Crews put out the fire within 30 minutes of arrival, according to Freeborn. It is unclear how much damage the fire caused. Complete article
Police searching for suspect after fire in Wash. Walmart 06/18/2022
KENNEWICK, Wash. — Police are now searching for a suspect after a fire sparked in the towel section inside Walmart on June 17th.
Police said they were dispatched around 10:42 p.m. to help the Kennewick Fire Department at the Walmart located at 2720 S Quillan Street.
Initial information indicated there was a fire in the towel section, according to police. KPD said units quickly arrived at Walmart to look for suspects and witnesses. Complete article
KENNEWICK, Wash. — Police are now searching for a suspect after a fire sparked in the towel section inside Walmart on June 17th.
Police said they were dispatched around 10:42 p.m. to help the Kennewick Fire Department at the Walmart located at 2720 S Quillan Street.
Initial information indicated there was a fire in the towel section, according to police. KPD said units quickly arrived at Walmart to look for suspects and witnesses. Complete article
Walmart Donates To NY County Drone Program 06/18/2022
OSWEGO – The Walmart Community Grant Program provided three community grants to the Oswego County Drone Program coordinated by the Oswego County Emergency Management Office.
The total of $1,700 was donated by the Central Square store (#2911, $1,000), the Fulton store (#3332, $500) and the Liverpool store (#1831, $250).
Funds will help provide equipment for county public safety agencies. Oswego County appreciates the support from Walmart to fund public safety initiatives that serve and protect our county residents. Complete article
Walmart Presents $15,000 Donation to JAG-Kansas 06/18/2022
OSWEGO – The Walmart Community Grant Program provided three community grants to the Oswego County Drone Program coordinated by the Oswego County Emergency Management Office.
The total of $1,700 was donated by the Central Square store (#2911, $1,000), the Fulton store (#3332, $500) and the Liverpool store (#1831, $250).
Funds will help provide equipment for county public safety agencies. Oswego County appreciates the support from Walmart to fund public safety initiatives that serve and protect our county residents. Complete article
Walmart Presents $15,000 Donation to JAG-Kansas 06/18/2022
Walmart buys paralyzed Ill. woman a new wheelchair after custom chair stolen while shopping 06/17/2022
Harahan La. Walmart partially reopens weeks after fire 06/17/2022
Woman accused of stealing money from NY Walmart while working as cashier 06/17/2022
Dearborn Mich. police seek man in Walmart groping incident 06/17/2022
Police: Dresden woman stole from NY Walmart 06/1/2022
15 months for driver who struck pedestrian in Wash. Walmart parking lot in June of 2021 06/17/2022
Dog left in hot car at Frazer Township Pa. Walmart, owner charged 06/17/2022
Multi-state (NY, Pa. Ohio) Walmart thief pleads guilty 06/17/2022
Person ‘accidentally’ discharges gun in La. Walmart parking lot, officials say 06/19/2022
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Emergency officials responded Sunday evening, June 19, to reports of a shooting.
It happened at the Walmart on College Drive around 6 p.m.
According to investigators, it appears someone accidentally shot themselves in the foot while they were in their car. Complete article
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Emergency officials responded Sunday evening, June 19, to reports of a shooting.
It happened at the Walmart on College Drive around 6 p.m.
According to investigators, it appears someone accidentally shot themselves in the foot while they were in their car. Complete article
Police: 2 boys pull knife on Tooele Utah Walmart employee, trying to steal beer 06/19/2022
TOOELE, Utah (ABC4) – Two adolescents are facing multiple charges after allegedly pulling a knife on a Walmart employee amid an armed robbery on June 19.
Officers with the Tooele City Police Department (TCPD) were dispatched to the Walmart located at 1280 N Main at 3:30 p.m. in reference to an armed robbery.
According to police records, dispatch told officers that two “males” were trying to steal beer and that they were in the bathroom. Dispatch added that a customer was confronting the suspects. Complete article
TOOELE, Utah (ABC4) – Two adolescents are facing multiple charges after allegedly pulling a knife on a Walmart employee amid an armed robbery on June 19.
Officers with the Tooele City Police Department (TCPD) were dispatched to the Walmart located at 1280 N Main at 3:30 p.m. in reference to an armed robbery.
According to police records, dispatch told officers that two “males” were trying to steal beer and that they were in the bathroom. Dispatch added that a customer was confronting the suspects. Complete article
Two booked for attacking deputies during brawl outside Baton Rouge La. Walmart 06/20/2022
BATON ROUGE - Several people, one of them a juvenile, are facing criminal charges after they allegedly fought with sheriff's deputies who were trying to stop a late-night melee outside a Walmart.
The East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office said the fight broke out around 10 p.m. Sunday outside the Walmart at Cortana Place, prompting deputies to get involved. The two people taken into custody were seen on video striking the officers, according to officials.
Video also showed what appeared to be a taser being used during the incident. Complete article
BATON ROUGE - Several people, one of them a juvenile, are facing criminal charges after they allegedly fought with sheriff's deputies who were trying to stop a late-night melee outside a Walmart.
The East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office said the fight broke out around 10 p.m. Sunday outside the Walmart at Cortana Place, prompting deputies to get involved. The two people taken into custody were seen on video striking the officers, according to officials.
Video also showed what appeared to be a taser being used during the incident. Complete article
Large fire response at Wash. Walmart 06/20/2022
Richland – Nearly a dozen emergency vehicles raced to the Walmart store on Duportail Street in Richland just after 8:00 Monday morning for reports of a fire.
A plume of smoke was visible even blocks away from the store, and pictures from the scene show the smoke appears to be concentrated in an area near large shipment containers.
Richland Fire Chief Tom Huntington tells KAPP-KVEW Local News that the fire burned through dense bales of cardboard in storage containers outside the building. There is some damage to the outside of the store, which had to temporarily shut down. Complete article
No foul play detected as cardboard receptacle burns outside Walmart Supercenter in Richland Wash. 06/20/2022 This incident comes shortly after a suspected arson occurred at the Walmart location in Kennewick.
Richland – Nearly a dozen emergency vehicles raced to the Walmart store on Duportail Street in Richland just after 8:00 Monday morning for reports of a fire.
A plume of smoke was visible even blocks away from the store, and pictures from the scene show the smoke appears to be concentrated in an area near large shipment containers.
Richland Fire Chief Tom Huntington tells KAPP-KVEW Local News that the fire burned through dense bales of cardboard in storage containers outside the building. There is some damage to the outside of the store, which had to temporarily shut down. Complete article
No foul play detected as cardboard receptacle burns outside Walmart Supercenter in Richland Wash. 06/20/2022 This incident comes shortly after a suspected arson occurred at the Walmart location in Kennewick.
Walmart installs tracking tablets in the 9,000 tractors of its private fleet 06/20/2022
Retail giant Walmart has installed a computer tablet in every vehicle of its private fleet, saying the telematics-linked device delivers “near real-time visibility” for store deliveries, better shelf stocking for customers, and improved technology for its drivers.
The Bentonville, Arkansas-based store chain designed the units in collaboration with telematics infrastructure and transportation technology provider Platform Science. Each tablet is integrated with NTransit, a driver workflow application developed by Walmart’s product and technology teams.
San Diego-based Platform Science is backed by Daimler Truck AG, as well as venture investors. In 2020, the startup said it had partnered with tractor-trailer manufacturer Daimler Trucks North America to add on-vehicle fleet management software to its trucks. Complete article
Retail giant Walmart has installed a computer tablet in every vehicle of its private fleet, saying the telematics-linked device delivers “near real-time visibility” for store deliveries, better shelf stocking for customers, and improved technology for its drivers.
The Bentonville, Arkansas-based store chain designed the units in collaboration with telematics infrastructure and transportation technology provider Platform Science. Each tablet is integrated with NTransit, a driver workflow application developed by Walmart’s product and technology teams.
San Diego-based Platform Science is backed by Daimler Truck AG, as well as venture investors. In 2020, the startup said it had partnered with tractor-trailer manufacturer Daimler Trucks North America to add on-vehicle fleet management software to its trucks. Complete article
Judgement Against Walmart Rolled Back 06/20/2022
Remember last year when a technology company received a $115 million judgment against the retail giant? Complete article
Walmart ordered to pay $115M 04/11/2021
Walmart has been ordered to pay $115 million to a Silicon Valley agricultural technology company that sued the retailer, accusing it of misappropriation of confidential information and trade secrets related to development of Walmart's "Eden" system, which is used to manage the freshness of produce and proteins.
Zest Labs Inc., based in San Jose, Calif., and its parent company, Ecoark Holdings Inc., based in Rogers, filed the lawsuit in 2018 in U.S. District Court in Little Rock, saying that Walmart asked the company to test out its "Zest Fresh" freshness management system, then stole the technology and used it to develop its own system.
Remember last year when a technology company received a $115 million judgment against the retail giant? Complete article
Walmart ordered to pay $115M 04/11/2021
Walmart has been ordered to pay $115 million to a Silicon Valley agricultural technology company that sued the retailer, accusing it of misappropriation of confidential information and trade secrets related to development of Walmart's "Eden" system, which is used to manage the freshness of produce and proteins.
Zest Labs Inc., based in San Jose, Calif., and its parent company, Ecoark Holdings Inc., based in Rogers, filed the lawsuit in 2018 in U.S. District Court in Little Rock, saying that Walmart asked the company to test out its "Zest Fresh" freshness management system, then stole the technology and used it to develop its own system.
Woman arrested in connection to attempted carjacking outside DeLand Fla. Walmart, police say 06/17/2022
NYS police trying to identify larceny suspect from Central Square NY Walmart 06/19/2022
Kanye West Settles Lawsuit With Walmart Over Fake Yeezys 06/18/2022
Painted Walmart parking space honors late High Ridge Missouri teen 06/17/2022
Walmart superfan shares how she got $117 of groceries for $5 06/18/2022
Sheryl Crow talks gun control, 26 years after Walmart battle: 'It's devastating that we're still having these conversations' 06/16/2022
Plainfield Ind. Walmart Distribution Warehouse fire reports made public 06/20/2022
You'll Never Guess What Walmart Is Called In These Countries 06/20/2022
Teenage girl dies after stabbing near Tenn. Walmart parking lot, Metro police say 06/21/2022
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Metro police said a 14-year-old girl died on Monday night after she was stabbed by another teenager near a Walmart parking lot.
Officers said the girl, identified as Malia Powell, and another teenage girl got into an argument inside the store on Dickerson Pike before 10 p.m. The argument continued in the parking lot and near the WeGo bus stop, where police said Powell was stabbed with a pocketknife by the other teen.
The girl is then accused of running away toward Doverside Drive. Metro police described her as having brown and purple hair. Complete article
16-year-old girl arrested for stabbing death at Nashville Walmart 06/23/2022
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Metro police said a 14-year-old girl died on Monday night after she was stabbed by another teenager near a Walmart parking lot.
Officers said the girl, identified as Malia Powell, and another teenage girl got into an argument inside the store on Dickerson Pike before 10 p.m. The argument continued in the parking lot and near the WeGo bus stop, where police said Powell was stabbed with a pocketknife by the other teen.
The girl is then accused of running away toward Doverside Drive. Metro police described her as having brown and purple hair. Complete article
16-year-old girl arrested for stabbing death at Nashville Walmart 06/23/2022
Authorities: Man used sledgehammer to steal merchandise from Morganton NC Walmart 06/21/2022
MORGANTON, N.C. — Public safety officers say a man used a sledgehammer to steal more than $1,000 worth of merchandise in what became a scary situation for Walmart shoppers.
Investigators said that sledgehammer was one of the items he stole from the Morganton store and he used it to get away.
Officers said the suspect raised the sledgehammer at one of the greeters stationed at the exit, and customers were nearby. Complete article
MORGANTON, N.C. — Public safety officers say a man used a sledgehammer to steal more than $1,000 worth of merchandise in what became a scary situation for Walmart shoppers.
Investigators said that sledgehammer was one of the items he stole from the Morganton store and he used it to get away.
Officers said the suspect raised the sledgehammer at one of the greeters stationed at the exit, and customers were nearby. Complete article
Woman injured in Walmart lot carjacking; Brookhaven Mississippi police seek suspect 06/21/2022
Brookhaven police are searching for a suspect in a Monday carjacking.
At approximately 9:27 p.m. Monday, officers were dispatched to Walmart on Brookway Boulevard in response to report of a stolen vehicle. The owner of the vehicle, Lisa Wilson, was “clearly shaken,” Chief Kenneth Collins said.
Wilson told officers she was about to put her groceries into her white 2020 Kia Sorento when she noticed a man sitting in the driver’s seat of her car. The man was described as a black male with a low haircut, wearing a surgical mask and sunglasses. Complete article
Brookhaven police are searching for a suspect in a Monday carjacking.
At approximately 9:27 p.m. Monday, officers were dispatched to Walmart on Brookway Boulevard in response to report of a stolen vehicle. The owner of the vehicle, Lisa Wilson, was “clearly shaken,” Chief Kenneth Collins said.
Wilson told officers she was about to put her groceries into her white 2020 Kia Sorento when she noticed a man sitting in the driver’s seat of her car. The man was described as a black male with a low haircut, wearing a surgical mask and sunglasses. Complete article
Woman jailed after attempting to steal Fla. Walmart employee’s SUV 06/20/2022
A 38-year-old woman was arrested in Ocala after she attempted to steal a Walmart employee’s sport utility vehicle.
On Saturday, June 18, a Marion County Sheriff’s Office deputy responded to the Walmart located at 9570 SW Highway 200 in Ocala in reference to an attempted vehicle theft. Upon arrival, the deputy observed a woman, later identified as Jessica Lyn Eaton, who was sitting in the driver’s seat of an SUV.
A Walmart employee approached the deputy, pointed at the SUV, and stated, “That’s her.” Eaton stepped outside of the vehicle and walked towards the deputy.
The deputy asked Eaton what had happened, and she requested to sit inside the deputy’s patrol car because it was hot outside. When asked again what had happened, Eaton stated that she entered the victim’s vehicle because “she was scared.” Complete article
A 38-year-old woman was arrested in Ocala after she attempted to steal a Walmart employee’s sport utility vehicle.
On Saturday, June 18, a Marion County Sheriff’s Office deputy responded to the Walmart located at 9570 SW Highway 200 in Ocala in reference to an attempted vehicle theft. Upon arrival, the deputy observed a woman, later identified as Jessica Lyn Eaton, who was sitting in the driver’s seat of an SUV.
A Walmart employee approached the deputy, pointed at the SUV, and stated, “That’s her.” Eaton stepped outside of the vehicle and walked towards the deputy.
The deputy asked Eaton what had happened, and she requested to sit inside the deputy’s patrol car because it was hot outside. When asked again what had happened, Eaton stated that she entered the victim’s vehicle because “she was scared.” Complete article
Attempted Walmart Robbers Sought In South Jersey 06/22/2022
BERLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ — Police are looking for two men who were involved in an attempted strong-arm robbery at the Berlin Township Walmart along State Route 73, the police department said.
The suspects are pictured above, as is what is believed to be the car the suspects used to arrive and depart from the scene of the attempted crime, according to authorities.
No one was injured during the attempted strong-arm robbery, authorities said. Complete article
BERLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ — Police are looking for two men who were involved in an attempted strong-arm robbery at the Berlin Township Walmart along State Route 73, the police department said.
The suspects are pictured above, as is what is believed to be the car the suspects used to arrive and depart from the scene of the attempted crime, according to authorities.
No one was injured during the attempted strong-arm robbery, authorities said. Complete article
Dog food recall: Freshpet finds possible salmonella contamination, product sold at Walmart and Target locations in 12 states 06/20/2022
Pet food maker Freshpet Inc. has announced a voluntary recall of a single lot of one of its products that may have been sold in Walmart and Target locations across several states, including Massachusetts and other New England states, due to potential salmonella contamination.
The product called “Freshpet Select Fresh From the Kitchen Home Cooke Chicken Recipe (4.5 lb. bag)” has a sell by date of October 29 of this year with a retail UPC code of 627975011673, according to Freshpet, whose recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Complete article
Pet food maker Freshpet Inc. has announced a voluntary recall of a single lot of one of its products that may have been sold in Walmart and Target locations across several states, including Massachusetts and other New England states, due to potential salmonella contamination.
The product called “Freshpet Select Fresh From the Kitchen Home Cooke Chicken Recipe (4.5 lb. bag)” has a sell by date of October 29 of this year with a retail UPC code of 627975011673, according to Freshpet, whose recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Complete article
Walmart to open two health clinics in Rogers, Fort Smith Ark. 06/19/2022
6 puppies, just days old, found abandoned in plastic bag in Pa. Walmart parking lot 06/20/2022
Broncos kicker Brandon McManus jokingly references Walmart brand 06/20/2022
Batesville Arkansas Walmart evacuated Monday night on report of bomb threat 06/21/2022
Man attempts to steal over $300 worth of Pokémon cards from Pa. Walmart 06/21/2022
Woman faces felony burglary charges after Walmart theft in Warsaw NY 06/21/2022
ARRESTED: Local Man Arrested After Attempting To Steal Hundreds From Circleville Ohio Walmart 06/20/2022
12-year-old dies in crash involving three pedestrians at Walmart in Cape Coral Fla. 06/22/2022
A crash at the Walmart in Cape Coral has resulted in the death of a child and a traffic homicide investigation.
Shortly after 6 p.m. Wednesday, Cape Coral police announced the death investigation and said the roadway had been reopened.
The police were called to the 1619 Del Prado Blvd. S. location shortly before 3 p.m. for a crash involving three pedestrians hit by a vehicle at the store. A 12-year-old died. Complete article
85-year-old man who struck family at Walmart has careless driving record 06/23/2022
Cape police search for pickup hit during crash that killed 12-year-old at Walmart 06/30/2022
A crash at the Walmart in Cape Coral has resulted in the death of a child and a traffic homicide investigation.
Shortly after 6 p.m. Wednesday, Cape Coral police announced the death investigation and said the roadway had been reopened.
The police were called to the 1619 Del Prado Blvd. S. location shortly before 3 p.m. for a crash involving three pedestrians hit by a vehicle at the store. A 12-year-old died. Complete article
85-year-old man who struck family at Walmart has careless driving record 06/23/2022
Cape police search for pickup hit during crash that killed 12-year-old at Walmart 06/30/2022
Pedestrian hit by vehicle in front of Opelika Alabama Walmart 06/22/2022
OPELIKA, Ala. (WRBL) – First responders are on the scene of a traffic crash involving a pedestrian along Pepperell Parkway.
The crash happened around 4:00 Wednesday afternoon. Police remain on the scene. The pedestrian’s condition is not being released at this time.
You are asked to please avoid the area if you can. Complete article
OPELIKA, Ala. (WRBL) – First responders are on the scene of a traffic crash involving a pedestrian along Pepperell Parkway.
The crash happened around 4:00 Wednesday afternoon. Police remain on the scene. The pedestrian’s condition is not being released at this time.
You are asked to please avoid the area if you can. Complete article
Florida man trespassed from Walmart arrested after leaving behind bag with sawed-off shotgun, police say 06/24/2022
PALM BAY, Fla. – A man who was trespassed from a Walmart in Palm Bay last week for attempting to steal a pack of cigarettes left was arrested Thursday after leaving behind an illegal firearm, according to the Palm Bay Police Department.
Justin Horne, 35, a homeless resident of Palm Bay, was trespassed on June 13 because the value of the attempted theft did not initially warrant a law enforcement response, police said. An officer was still there, however, who when requesting Horne’s identification and was told his ID was “outside in his backpack,” according to an affidavit for Horne’s arrest warrant. Horne left the store without incident and without retrieving the backpack, police said.
Walmart employees later noticed the bag and collected it, observing what they told police appeared to be two firearms inside. A responding officer said the two weapons were a pepper spray pistol and a Harrington & Richardson Model 88 shotgun with no stock and “a majority of the barrel sawed off,” as well as no visible serial number, according to the report. Complete article
PALM BAY, Fla. – A man who was trespassed from a Walmart in Palm Bay last week for attempting to steal a pack of cigarettes left was arrested Thursday after leaving behind an illegal firearm, according to the Palm Bay Police Department.
Justin Horne, 35, a homeless resident of Palm Bay, was trespassed on June 13 because the value of the attempted theft did not initially warrant a law enforcement response, police said. An officer was still there, however, who when requesting Horne’s identification and was told his ID was “outside in his backpack,” according to an affidavit for Horne’s arrest warrant. Horne left the store without incident and without retrieving the backpack, police said.
Walmart employees later noticed the bag and collected it, observing what they told police appeared to be two firearms inside. A responding officer said the two weapons were a pepper spray pistol and a Harrington & Richardson Model 88 shotgun with no stock and “a majority of the barrel sawed off,” as well as no visible serial number, according to the report. Complete article
Man, woman steal car from Southaven Walmart, police say 06/23/2022
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. — Police are looking for a man and a woman who took advantage of a shopper instead of the deals at a Southaven Walmart.
According to Southaven Police, a woman was shopping at the Walmart on Southcrest Parkway around 3:25 p.m. on Wednesday, June 22.
While she was shopping, she noticed that her keys were missing, police said. Complete article
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. — Police are looking for a man and a woman who took advantage of a shopper instead of the deals at a Southaven Walmart.
According to Southaven Police, a woman was shopping at the Walmart on Southcrest Parkway around 3:25 p.m. on Wednesday, June 22.
While she was shopping, she noticed that her keys were missing, police said. Complete article
Brush Fire Contained Near Walmart In Livermore Ca. 06/22/2022
LIVERMORE, CA — Firefighters contained a vegetation fire in Livermore Wednesday morning near the Walmart in the Arroyo Plaza.
The fire spread to half an acre. No injuries were reported, officials confirmed.
Flames was reported near the Walmart, 2700 Las Positas Road, at 10:26 a.m., according to the PulsePoint app. Complete article
LIVERMORE, CA — Firefighters contained a vegetation fire in Livermore Wednesday morning near the Walmart in the Arroyo Plaza.
The fire spread to half an acre. No injuries were reported, officials confirmed.
Flames was reported near the Walmart, 2700 Las Positas Road, at 10:26 a.m., according to the PulsePoint app. Complete article
Robbery Pa. Walmart, 100 E Street Rd. WT-22-7104 06/22/2022
At 21:39 hours tonight Warminster police responded to the Walmart Store, 100 E Street Rd for a report of a Robbery in Progress. Upon arrival witness stated two males approached a register with items for purchase. As the cashier was ring up the order Subject # 2 came up behind the cashier and grab undetermined amount of cash. Both subjects then fled the store. They entered a black Lexus and exit the Jacksonville rd entrance.
Subject 1 described as light skinned black male, tall, thin, black pants, black hoodie with American flag stripes on back, wearing black face mask.
Subject 2 described as black male, medium height, thin, tan pants, black hoodie with yellow lettering “I didn’t do it” written on back. Complete article
At 21:39 hours tonight Warminster police responded to the Walmart Store, 100 E Street Rd for a report of a Robbery in Progress. Upon arrival witness stated two males approached a register with items for purchase. As the cashier was ring up the order Subject # 2 came up behind the cashier and grab undetermined amount of cash. Both subjects then fled the store. They entered a black Lexus and exit the Jacksonville rd entrance.
Subject 1 described as light skinned black male, tall, thin, black pants, black hoodie with American flag stripes on back, wearing black face mask.
Subject 2 described as black male, medium height, thin, tan pants, black hoodie with yellow lettering “I didn’t do it” written on back. Complete article
Children’s robes sold only at Walmart.com recalled because they don’t meet flammability standards 06/23/2022
Richie House has recalled children’s bathrobes that were only sold at Walmart.com because they do not meet federal flammability standards.
The robes are branded “A Memory In,” are pink in color and are made of 100% polyester, according to an announcement with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
They were sold online at Walmart.com from March 2021 through March 2022 for between $22 and $28. Complete article
Richie House has recalled children’s bathrobes that were only sold at Walmart.com because they do not meet federal flammability standards.
The robes are branded “A Memory In,” are pink in color and are made of 100% polyester, according to an announcement with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
They were sold online at Walmart.com from March 2021 through March 2022 for between $22 and $28. Complete article
Missing 12-Year-Old Boy Last Seen Near Mercer County NJ Walmart, Police Say 06/21/2022 UPDATE: Parrish has been found and is safe, authorities said.
Madison Alabama Police looking to identify two suspects in Walmart theft 06/21/2022
Stafford Va. Walmart employee charged in connection to theft, use of customer’s credit card left at self-checkout 06/22/2022
Stolen phone from Concord NH Walmart is ‘crime of the week’ 06/22/2022
Alleged Ky. Walmart Shoplifter Obtains More Charges After Giving False Name 06/22/2022
Wyo Man Who Had Sex With 15-Year-Old Cousin, July 2019, In Walmart Bathroom After Meeting At Funeral Loses Appeal 06/21/2022
UPD: Body found in car at Millcreek Utah Walmart parking lot 06/25/2022
MILLCREEK, UTAH (ABC4) – A body was found in a Walmart parking lot in Millcreek Friday evening, according to Unified Police.
Officers say that there is “nothing suspicious” about the dead body.
Unified Police were notified of the body, which was found in a car at 4627 S 900 E., around 5 p.m. Complete article
MILLCREEK, UTAH (ABC4) – A body was found in a Walmart parking lot in Millcreek Friday evening, according to Unified Police.
Officers say that there is “nothing suspicious” about the dead body.
Unified Police were notified of the body, which was found in a car at 4627 S 900 E., around 5 p.m. Complete article
Man shot, injured by Houston Tx. police officer after Walmart fight, HPD says 06/27/2022
HOUSTON (KIAH) — One man is in police custody after an officer-involved shooting Sunday night in north Houston.
The incident happened inside the Walmart off the North Freeway near Crosstimbers.
According to a briefing by Houston police, around 7:30 p.m., a man walked into the Walmart and confronted another man.
The suspect hit the man with what police say may have been a bat or a pipe, then tried to leave the scene, police said. Complete article
HOUSTON (KIAH) — One man is in police custody after an officer-involved shooting Sunday night in north Houston.
The incident happened inside the Walmart off the North Freeway near Crosstimbers.
According to a briefing by Houston police, around 7:30 p.m., a man walked into the Walmart and confronted another man.
The suspect hit the man with what police say may have been a bat or a pipe, then tried to leave the scene, police said. Complete article
Man threatens to shoot Tx. Walmart employee after trying to steal, police say 06/27/2022
SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Police Department is searching for a man who they say threatened to shoot a Walmart employee.
The incident happened just after 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 18 at the Walmart on Bandera Road.
Police said the man walked into the store and tried to take some things without paying. At one point, authorities said the man threatened to shoot an employee, but he never showed a weapon. Complete article
SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Police Department is searching for a man who they say threatened to shoot a Walmart employee.
The incident happened just after 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 18 at the Walmart on Bandera Road.
Police said the man walked into the store and tried to take some things without paying. At one point, authorities said the man threatened to shoot an employee, but he never showed a weapon. Complete article
Berks man choked, punched motorist after accident in Pa. Walmart parking lot 06/22/2022
A good Samaritan stopped the assault after the victim accidentally backed into a vehicle at the Walmart Supercenter in Tilden Township.
A Perry Township man was arrested after police said he choked and punched a 21-year-old man after the victim backed into a parked vehicle in the Walmart Supercenter parking lot near Hamburg before a good Samaritan intervened.
Joshua L. Cassler, 21, was taken into custody without incident by Tilden Township police. Complete article
A good Samaritan stopped the assault after the victim accidentally backed into a vehicle at the Walmart Supercenter in Tilden Township.
A Perry Township man was arrested after police said he choked and punched a 21-year-old man after the victim backed into a parked vehicle in the Walmart Supercenter parking lot near Hamburg before a good Samaritan intervened.
Joshua L. Cassler, 21, was taken into custody without incident by Tilden Township police. Complete article
Fire at Penfield NY Walmart 06/25/2022
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WHEC) - Customers that were evacuated from the Walmart in Penfield can breathe a sigh of relief tonight. The Monroe County Sheriff's Office says a fire call from the meat department Saturday afternoon was caused by a faulty plug and there was only a small amount of smoke and flames.
The store was evacuated and there were no injuries. Complete article
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WHEC) - Customers that were evacuated from the Walmart in Penfield can breathe a sigh of relief tonight. The Monroe County Sheriff's Office says a fire call from the meat department Saturday afternoon was caused by a faulty plug and there was only a small amount of smoke and flames.
The store was evacuated and there were no injuries. Complete article
Man tells police he groped 13-year-old in Cullman Alabama Walmart ‘because she was cute’ 06/22/2022
Chattanooga Tenn. Walmart evacuated after gas leak Wednesday 06/22/2022
Walmart offers its support to the Uvalde Tx. community with $250,000 and a vacant clinic 06/23/2022
Woman steals more than $1,600 of merchandise from Walmart in Snyder County Pa. 06/24/2022
Two Bayville, NJ residents arrested for shoplifting at Walmart in Lacey, NJ 06/23/2022
Thieves Target Walmarts in Pa., NJ, Del. in East Coast Crime Spree 06/25/2022
El Paso Tx. Walmart shooter trial: Jury selection and trial date set 06/24/2022
Man facing robbery charge for incident at Boardman Ohio Walmart 06/27/2022 after skip-scanning
BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) – A shoplifting incident at a local Walmart turned into a robbery charge after an employee was shoved and an officer was injured, according to a police report.
Police were called to the store on Doral Drive Friday evening for a report that two customers were “skip-scanning” several items at the self-checkout register.
Officers stopped the suspects at the door and reported that one of the suspects complied while the other, identified in a police report as Aaron McGrath, ran away. While police were trying to stop McGrath, they say he pushed a Walmart employee out of the way. Complete article
BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) – A shoplifting incident at a local Walmart turned into a robbery charge after an employee was shoved and an officer was injured, according to a police report.
Police were called to the store on Doral Drive Friday evening for a report that two customers were “skip-scanning” several items at the self-checkout register.
Officers stopped the suspects at the door and reported that one of the suspects complied while the other, identified in a police report as Aaron McGrath, ran away. While police were trying to stop McGrath, they say he pushed a Walmart employee out of the way. Complete article
‘They literally make 1 person cover 5 departments by themselves’: Woman cuts her own fabric at Walmart when there’s no employee to help, sparking debate 06/26/2022
"Management keeps telling us we are overstaffed, and we have one associate to work an entire department."
With apparent staffing shortages hitting businesses around the United States, some customers have taken employees’ duties into their own hands.
One example of a customer doing just that recently went viral on TikTok. In a video that now has over 3.3 million views, user Michelle (@bekindre_wine) documents her mom cutting her own fabric at Walmart, a job that’s supposed to be done by an employee.
“My mom will not let a little staff shortage keep her from getting fabric at Walmart,” she writes in the caption. Complete article
"Management keeps telling us we are overstaffed, and we have one associate to work an entire department."
With apparent staffing shortages hitting businesses around the United States, some customers have taken employees’ duties into their own hands.
One example of a customer doing just that recently went viral on TikTok. In a video that now has over 3.3 million views, user Michelle (@bekindre_wine) documents her mom cutting her own fabric at Walmart, a job that’s supposed to be done by an employee.
“My mom will not let a little staff shortage keep her from getting fabric at Walmart,” she writes in the caption. Complete article
US retailers including CVS, Rite Aid, Walmart limit sale of over-the-counter abortion pills 06/28/2022
Some of the country’s largest retailers are limiting their over-the-counter sales of emergency contraceptive pills, amid a surge in demand after the Supreme Court ruling Friday that overturning a constitutional right to abortion.
CVS Health Corp., Walmart Inc. and Rite Aid Corp. are limiting purchases of the pills, which were as of Monday already in short supply or out of on major retailer websites, according to the Wall Street Journal.
CVS and Rite Aid were limiting purchases to three, and Walmart had some pills available without limits but cannot them until next month, the news outlet also reported. Complete article
Some of the country’s largest retailers are limiting their over-the-counter sales of emergency contraceptive pills, amid a surge in demand after the Supreme Court ruling Friday that overturning a constitutional right to abortion.
CVS Health Corp., Walmart Inc. and Rite Aid Corp. are limiting purchases of the pills, which were as of Monday already in short supply or out of on major retailer websites, according to the Wall Street Journal.
CVS and Rite Aid were limiting purchases to three, and Walmart had some pills available without limits but cannot them until next month, the news outlet also reported. Complete article
Clothing, food stolen from Dearborn Mich. Walmart 06/26/2022
Police: Man steals cell phone from lottery machine at Dickson City Colorado Walmart 06/27/2022
Police seek pair accused of stealing from Quakertown Pa. area Walmart 06/27/2022
Police say Beach Park man left Vernon Hills Ill. Walmart without paying for liquor, fishing pole 06/2/2022
Crystal City woman arrested after allegedly stealing phone from Arnold Missouri Walmart 06/27/2022
Brodhead man arrested on warrant, drug charges at Ky. Walmart 06/27/2022
Dead body found inside station wagon at Alliance Ohio Walmart store 06/26/2022
ALLIANCE – The name of a 53-year-old man found dead Saturday afternoon in a station wagon has been released.
Robert Walton of Vista, Calif., was found dead inside the vehicle parked at the Walmart on West State Street, said Tammy Wilkes, an investigator with the Stark County Coroner's Office.
Wilkes said it appears Walton was visiting relatives in the Dennison area in Tuscarawas County. It was not clear what brought him to Alliance, but it might be job-related, Wilkes said. Complete article
ALLIANCE – The name of a 53-year-old man found dead Saturday afternoon in a station wagon has been released.
Robert Walton of Vista, Calif., was found dead inside the vehicle parked at the Walmart on West State Street, said Tammy Wilkes, an investigator with the Stark County Coroner's Office.
Wilkes said it appears Walton was visiting relatives in the Dennison area in Tuscarawas County. It was not clear what brought him to Alliance, but it might be job-related, Wilkes said. Complete article
False report of an active shooter at Walmart south of Colorado Springs in Fountain leads to an arrest 06/29/2022
FOUNTAIN, Colo. (KKTV) - A man is facing a serious charge after police say he made a fake 911 call.
The call came in just before 8 p.m. on Wednesday for the Fountain Walmart off Highway 85. The person calling claimed there was an active shooter. The store was evacuated, and police rushed to the scene. When officers arrived at the area, they were able to quickly determine the report was a lie.
Christian Elenga, 27, was identified as the 911 caller. Police took him into custody and charged him with false reporting. He could be facing other charges on top of that one. Complete article
FOUNTAIN, Colo. (KKTV) - A man is facing a serious charge after police say he made a fake 911 call.
The call came in just before 8 p.m. on Wednesday for the Fountain Walmart off Highway 85. The person calling claimed there was an active shooter. The store was evacuated, and police rushed to the scene. When officers arrived at the area, they were able to quickly determine the report was a lie.
Christian Elenga, 27, was identified as the 911 caller. Police took him into custody and charged him with false reporting. He could be facing other charges on top of that one. Complete article
Richland Police searching for suspected Wash. Walmart thief, armed citizen tried to stop him 06/29/2022
Richland Police Department are searching for a man accused of attempting to shoplift at a Walmart after he fled into a canal.
At around 10 a.m., police responded to Walmart located at 2801 Duportail St., for a shoplifting incident. A citizen who had witnessed the attempted theft, reportedly displayed a firearm to deter the their from further criminal actions.
Police said the suspected thief fled the store prior to officers arriving but was later found near the Duportail Bridge. The male suspect jumped into the canal to escape arrest and fled into the brush near the Yakima River. The man has not been arrested at this time.
Police said after an initial investigation, the citizen had a valid concealed pistol license and he had not actually pointed it anyone. Police appreciated the man that displayed the firearm for wanting to help, but warn citizens that introducing a firearm into a previously non-lethal interaction can be dangerous. Police said to call if you are witness to a crime. Complete article
Richland Police Department are searching for a man accused of attempting to shoplift at a Walmart after he fled into a canal.
At around 10 a.m., police responded to Walmart located at 2801 Duportail St., for a shoplifting incident. A citizen who had witnessed the attempted theft, reportedly displayed a firearm to deter the their from further criminal actions.
Police said the suspected thief fled the store prior to officers arriving but was later found near the Duportail Bridge. The male suspect jumped into the canal to escape arrest and fled into the brush near the Yakima River. The man has not been arrested at this time.
Police said after an initial investigation, the citizen had a valid concealed pistol license and he had not actually pointed it anyone. Police appreciated the man that displayed the firearm for wanting to help, but warn citizens that introducing a firearm into a previously non-lethal interaction can be dangerous. Police said to call if you are witness to a crime. Complete article
Man wanted for WV murder captured after attempted theft at Walmart, PA troopers say 06/28/2022
UNIONTOWN, Pa. (WBOY) — A Morgantown man wanted for murder was captured in Pennsylvania Monday evening after a retail theft in progress was reported at the Walmart in South Union Township, Fayette County, PA.
The Pennsylvania State Police say they detained 42-year-old Arlo Romano and a woman after the call came in at around 7:35 p.m. Arlo is accused of giving the troopers a false identity, but troopers say they were able to use a mobile ID scanner and identified him.
Troopers say Arlo had a stolen 1995 Honda Knight Hawk motorcycle from Preston County, West Virginia when he was arrested at Walmart, and that when they took him back to the State Police Barracks, they found drugs and paraphernalia on him. Complete article
UNIONTOWN, Pa. (WBOY) — A Morgantown man wanted for murder was captured in Pennsylvania Monday evening after a retail theft in progress was reported at the Walmart in South Union Township, Fayette County, PA.
The Pennsylvania State Police say they detained 42-year-old Arlo Romano and a woman after the call came in at around 7:35 p.m. Arlo is accused of giving the troopers a false identity, but troopers say they were able to use a mobile ID scanner and identified him.
Troopers say Arlo had a stolen 1995 Honda Knight Hawk motorcycle from Preston County, West Virginia when he was arrested at Walmart, and that when they took him back to the State Police Barracks, they found drugs and paraphernalia on him. Complete article
Wilton Delaware Walmart Closed For A Few Days After Wednesday Fire 06/30/2022
Just after 5:30, on Wednesday afternoon firefighters were called to the Walmart located at 117 Wilton Blvd. for reports of a fire.
Initial reports from the scene indicated that the fire was in the automotive section of the store.
Customers are reporting that the store is closed for a few days for cleanup. An employee that answered the phone on Thursday confirmed that the store will be closed due to the fire. Complete article
Just after 5:30, on Wednesday afternoon firefighters were called to the Walmart located at 117 Wilton Blvd. for reports of a fire.
Initial reports from the scene indicated that the fire was in the automotive section of the store.
Customers are reporting that the store is closed for a few days for cleanup. An employee that answered the phone on Thursday confirmed that the store will be closed due to the fire. Complete article
FTC sues Walmart over scam artists who stole 'hundreds of millions' with its money transfer services 06/29/2022
NEW YORK -- The Federal Trade Commission said Tuesday that it has sued Walmart for allegedly allowing its money transfer services to be used by scam artists who stole "hundreds of millions of dollars" from customers.
In its lawsuit, the agency alleged that for years, Walmart failed to properly secure the money transfer services offered at its stores. The agency said Walmart didn't properly train its employees, failed to alert customers, and used procedures that allowed fraudsters to cash out at its stores. The FTC is asking the court to order Walmart to return money to consumers and to impose civil penalties on the company.
"While scammers used its money transfer services to make off with cash, Walmart looked the other way and pocketed millions in fees," Samuel Levine, director of the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection, said in a statement announcing the action. Complete article
NEW YORK -- The Federal Trade Commission said Tuesday that it has sued Walmart for allegedly allowing its money transfer services to be used by scam artists who stole "hundreds of millions of dollars" from customers.
In its lawsuit, the agency alleged that for years, Walmart failed to properly secure the money transfer services offered at its stores. The agency said Walmart didn't properly train its employees, failed to alert customers, and used procedures that allowed fraudsters to cash out at its stores. The FTC is asking the court to order Walmart to return money to consumers and to impose civil penalties on the company.
"While scammers used its money transfer services to make off with cash, Walmart looked the other way and pocketed millions in fees," Samuel Levine, director of the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection, said in a statement announcing the action. Complete article
Texas AG Ken Paxton investigating Walmart over its opioid sales 06/28/2022
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said Tuesday he is launching an investigation into Walmart's opioid sales to determine if the retail giant improperly filled prescriptions.
Paxton issued a civic investigative demand to Walmart for possible violations of the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act, according to a news release from his office.
The CID is related to the promotion, sale, dispensing and distribution of prescription opioids. Complete article
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said Tuesday he is launching an investigation into Walmart's opioid sales to determine if the retail giant improperly filled prescriptions.
Paxton issued a civic investigative demand to Walmart for possible violations of the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act, according to a news release from his office.
The CID is related to the promotion, sale, dispensing and distribution of prescription opioids. Complete article
TikToker Who Was Fired from Walmart Immediately Re-Applied for Job, Gets Hired 06/29/2022
A TikToker who goes by Ameliya, who posts on the platform under the handle @ameliya_0 uploaded a now-viral clip where she claims to have been immediately re-hired by Walmart after being let go by the global mega-retailer.
In the video, which isn't uncommon on TikTok, she is dancing in public. In her case, she's wearing a Walmart uniform and appears to be in the parking lot of the store she was fired/re-hired in. She writes in a text overlay for the video: "POV: you got fired from Walmart then you applied back and they rehired you."
"They will literally hire anyone," Ameliya wrote in the caption for the now-viral clip.
Apparently, she isn't the only Walmart employee to whom this has happened to. Complete article
A TikToker who goes by Ameliya, who posts on the platform under the handle @ameliya_0 uploaded a now-viral clip where she claims to have been immediately re-hired by Walmart after being let go by the global mega-retailer.
In the video, which isn't uncommon on TikTok, she is dancing in public. In her case, she's wearing a Walmart uniform and appears to be in the parking lot of the store she was fired/re-hired in. She writes in a text overlay for the video: "POV: you got fired from Walmart then you applied back and they rehired you."
"They will literally hire anyone," Ameliya wrote in the caption for the now-viral clip.
Apparently, she isn't the only Walmart employee to whom this has happened to. Complete article
Walmart is acquiring Memomi, an AR startup powering virtual try-on for eyewear 06/29/2022
Walmart is expanding its array of virtual try-on services for shoppers with today’s news that it’s planning to acquire Memomi, an AR optical tech company and current Walmart partner offering a virtual try-on experience for eyewear. Deal terms were not disclosed, but Memomi has enabled digital measurements for all Walmart and Sam’s Club customers since 2019, the retailer said.
This partnership had spanned more than 2,800 Walmart Vision Centers and 550 Sam’s Clubs. The technology also powers the optical e-commerce experience on SamsClub.com.
Although Memomi’s website touts how its technology can be used across product categories beyond optical — including beauty, fashion, accessories, footwear and more — Walmart declined to speak to its future plans for the service in these areas. Instead, the retailer told us it was only focused on leveraging Memomi’s capabilities in virtual optical try-on. Complete article
Walmart is expanding its array of virtual try-on services for shoppers with today’s news that it’s planning to acquire Memomi, an AR optical tech company and current Walmart partner offering a virtual try-on experience for eyewear. Deal terms were not disclosed, but Memomi has enabled digital measurements for all Walmart and Sam’s Club customers since 2019, the retailer said.
This partnership had spanned more than 2,800 Walmart Vision Centers and 550 Sam’s Clubs. The technology also powers the optical e-commerce experience on SamsClub.com.
Although Memomi’s website touts how its technology can be used across product categories beyond optical — including beauty, fashion, accessories, footwear and more — Walmart declined to speak to its future plans for the service in these areas. Instead, the retailer told us it was only focused on leveraging Memomi’s capabilities in virtual optical try-on. Complete article
Police looking for 28-year-old Louisville woman who went missing after leaving Ky. Walmart 06/27/2022
Man accused of inappropriately touching customer at Dearborn Mich. Walmart charged 06/27/2022
Morristown fire crews rescue kitten from Tenn. Walmart drink machine 06/29/2022
Police Blotter: Police Track Down Tenn. Walmart Thief At Waffle House; Vandal Uses Brass Knuckles To Break Window 06/29/2022
Police: Local Subway employees accused of Pa. Walmart bomb threat 06/29/2022
Suspect dead, officers injured in Pueblo Colorado shooting 06/29/2022
PUEBLO, Colo. — The Pueblo Police Department has confirmed a suspect is dead and two officers are injured in an officer-involved shooting near the Walmart on Dillon Drive in Pueblo.
According to Sgt. Frank Ortega with the Pueblo Police Department, just after 3:15 p.m. a man shot a woman near the Walmart and she called police to give them a description of the suspect. Police responded to the area and discovered the suspect was no longer on the scene. The suspect was located about 400 yards south of where the woman was shot, and when officers approached, the suspect began firing at officers. Two officers returned fire.
The suspect was struck and killed, both officers suffered minor injuries. The woman who was shot was sent to the hospital. Complete article
PUEBLO, Colo. — The Pueblo Police Department has confirmed a suspect is dead and two officers are injured in an officer-involved shooting near the Walmart on Dillon Drive in Pueblo.
According to Sgt. Frank Ortega with the Pueblo Police Department, just after 3:15 p.m. a man shot a woman near the Walmart and she called police to give them a description of the suspect. Police responded to the area and discovered the suspect was no longer on the scene. The suspect was located about 400 yards south of where the woman was shot, and when officers approached, the suspect began firing at officers. Two officers returned fire.
The suspect was struck and killed, both officers suffered minor injuries. The woman who was shot was sent to the hospital. Complete article
Pickup catches fire by Tenn. Walmart 06/30/2022
A North Chancery Street vehicle fire is being blamed on a gas leak.
“I jumped out just as flames shot out from everywhere,” said Joseph Stotts, owner of the 1985 Chevrolet Silverado. “I was lucky to get out without injury.”
While the Warren County commissioner escaped burn injuries as flames came into the truck’s cab through its vents, passersby stopped to assist and witnesses described flames shooting out from under the hood of the truck and scorching the roadway. Complete article
A North Chancery Street vehicle fire is being blamed on a gas leak.
“I jumped out just as flames shot out from everywhere,” said Joseph Stotts, owner of the 1985 Chevrolet Silverado. “I was lucky to get out without injury.”
While the Warren County commissioner escaped burn injuries as flames came into the truck’s cab through its vents, passersby stopped to assist and witnesses described flames shooting out from under the hood of the truck and scorching the roadway. Complete article
Laxatives swapped with anti-depressants at north Scottsdale Ariz. Walmart 06/30/2022
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. - Police say they are investigating a drug tampering incident involving over-the-counter laxatives at a Walmart in north Scottsdale that left at least one person sick.
The incident happened on June 28 at a Walmart located near the Loop 101 and Raintree Drive. Scottsdale Police say they responded to reports of someone saying they had become sick from an over-the-counter Equate brand laxative that they had purchased at the store. The box of laxatives appeared to have been taped shut.
"Upon closer inspection, it was determined the pills in the container were believed to be a prescription-only anti-depressant medication," police said.
Officers found a similar box on the shelf at the store and removed it. The pills are being examined by a lab. Complete article
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. - Police say they are investigating a drug tampering incident involving over-the-counter laxatives at a Walmart in north Scottsdale that left at least one person sick.
The incident happened on June 28 at a Walmart located near the Loop 101 and Raintree Drive. Scottsdale Police say they responded to reports of someone saying they had become sick from an over-the-counter Equate brand laxative that they had purchased at the store. The box of laxatives appeared to have been taped shut.
"Upon closer inspection, it was determined the pills in the container were believed to be a prescription-only anti-depressant medication," police said.
Officers found a similar box on the shelf at the store and removed it. The pills are being examined by a lab. Complete article
Man indicted for allegedly attacking Ohio Walmart employee in Bazetta last month 06/28/2022
Woman arrested for theft at Moulton Alabama Walmart 06/29/2022
SJPD investigates possible bomb threat at North Belt Missouri Walmart 06/29/2022
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