[chappy]

I am confused. I walked up to a register and there was a posted payment due so when I asked the clerk how can I owe the amount when I didn’t. even start ringing up my items? I was told someone did just shoplift. Within a few days there will be cameras at each checkout, do they not work or are there stations that still need cameras?

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by chappy

I am confused. I walked up to a register and there was a posted payment due so when I asked the clerk how can I owe the amount when I didn’t. even start ringing up my items? I was told someone did just shoplift. Within a few days there will be cameras at each checkout, do they not work or are there stations that still need cameras?

I don't think cameras would be very effective. An alarm at each station would be more effective, but someone would probably sue the store for falsely accusing them of stealing.

[Taltarzac725]

The story does not make much sense?

Did she scan or can the items? Try to enter her driver's license rather than a credit card? What about the receipt? Did she get one?

On June 3, 2023, a retail theft occurred at 270 Heald Way, The Villages, within Sumter County, at the Walmart Neighborhood Market. It was determined a female entered the store, selected multiple items, proceeded to the self-checkout where she canned the items, and ultimately left the store without paying for the items.

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by Taltarzac725

The story does not make much sense?

Did she scan or can the items? Try to enter her driver's license rather than a credit card? What about the receipt? Did she get one?

It sounds like she scanned them, but did not pay.

[Pmota]

Originally Posted by blueash

I think it entirely possible that this is not a case of intentional theft. For those who don't click on the link... a woman went to self check-out. She scanned her items which included alcohol. You cannot self check alcohol because your age needs to be verified. A Walmart employee came and the woman produced her ID to prove her age. Then she took her bags and left.

I know my driver's license is in the same wallet as my credit card. When I self check-out I need to take out my wallet, use the credit card, and I am done. She had to take out her wallet and perhaps even remove her ID. Easy to see how one could feel like you've completed the needed steps.

I would only add that the quality of the photo produced is terrible. One would think at this new and recently remodeled Walmart there would be high quality images available from the self check out camera. EDIT: typing while above comment re cameras was posted

Wines, beer you can use the self check section. There the associate will came and puts in the over ride code and you are good to go.
Hard liquor, now that is a different story. For starters, I have not seen hard liquor sold in the same area where wines, beer or any normal grocery items are sold.

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by Pmota

Wines, beer you can use the self check section. There the associate will came and puts in the over ride code and you are good to go.
Hard liquor, now that is a different story. For starters, I have not seen hard liquor sold in the same area where wines, beer or any normal grocery items are sold.

Walmart has a liquor store next to the regular store. They don't require an ID in the liquor store either, but they don't have self checkout. Liquor is not allowed to be sold in the grocery store.

[Taltarzac725]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

It sounds like she scanned them, but did not pay.

They usually have people keeping an eye on transactions at self check out at the Oxford Super Walmart.

I often have to devise a way to make sure I get everything checked out.

[Dantes]

I still believe in Santa Clause

[Sandy and Ed]

Originally Posted by blueash

I think it entirely possible that this is not a case of intentional theft. For those who don't click on the link... a woman went to self check-out. She scanned her items which included alcohol. You cannot self check alcohol because your age needs to be verified. A Walmart employee came and the woman produced her ID to prove her age. Then she took her bags and left.

I know my driver's license is in the same wallet as my credit card. When I self check-out I need to take out my wallet, use the credit card, and I am done. She had to take out her wallet and perhaps even remove her ID. Easy to see how one could feel like you've completed the needed steps.

I would only add that the quality of the photo produced is terrible. One would think at this new and recently remodeled Walmart there would be high quality images available from the self check out camera. EDIT: typing while above comment re cameras was posted

Agree. I can easily see where this was unintentional. Why would someone show their drivers license if their intent was to shoplift??? She scanned and bagged everything and then asked for help with her alcohol purchase thus breaking the routine and taking her mind off the final stage. Best thing to do is contact her and tell her to get her butt into Walmart/sheriff and get this resolved

[Two Bills]

When the 'Heist' is solved, it will probably turn out the getaway driver stole the cart as well.
Cart looks to have a set of golf clubs with it as well

[airstreamingypsy]

When the story hit the Sumter Sheriff's page, a person wrote this, "This looks like the same lady that did this at a publix I was at in the villages a few months ago. Woman rang up all her items and then asked the clerk for her help to assist with verifying age. Afterwards the lady walked right out without paying for her stuff my son and I quickly helped the associate look for her and she jumped on a golf cart and booked it. But man this looks so much like the same woman from that day. Same exact scenario just was maybe in May when this happened." She's a serial thief.

[Sandy and Ed]

There usually is a green light to show when a station is available to ring out. If the light is unlit that means station is not available because it is closed or in use. Perhaps having a station light colored yellow when in use ( purchase incomplete) would warn the station monitor and any customer in advance. Make it easier for everyone

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by Sandy and Ed

Agree. I can easily see where this was unintentional. Why would someone show their drivers license if their intent was to shoplift??? She scanned and bagged everything and then asked for help with her alcohol purchase thus breaking the routine and taking her mind off the final stage. Best thing to do is contact her and tell her to get her butt into Walmart/sheriff and get this resolved

The news story did not say that the woman showed her driver's license. Typically, Walmart does not ask to see a driver's license for older people.

[bigeasy]

They need someone standing at the door to check your purchase receipt.

[MrFlorida]

If the stores were really worried about this, then they should get rid of the self checkout....