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- Thread starter Debi
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NobleHouse
Prayer is your personal KEY to Heaven!
I'm reporting them to management. Shoplifting raises the prices HONEST people have to pay...
I'd tell the thief directly, to put it back. No sense getting cops involved. Cops can turn minor things sideways. 
Seriously.
If not, I'd get a manager involved. The why is knowing lots of store workers. I tend to shop at the same place, so a familiar smile or a wave or small talk makes me a little protective.
Seriously.If not, I'd get a manager involved. The why is knowing lots of store workers. I tend to shop at the same place, so a familiar smile or a wave or small talk makes me a little protective.
Vibe-Feeler
Truth Seeker
I'd tell and I'd tel by making a huge scene so not only are staff made aware of it, but so every other person in that store stares at the culprit.
Seahunter
AKA "Roy"
I like Paint's approach, but the reason I would tell store management is 1. It's their store and their decision as to the way to handle it, 2. So they are aware it's happening and by whom, 3. A "scene" will alert other shop lifters it's not okay in this store. Why is simple - shoplifting raises stores' prices, and the average guy ends up paying more. Also, it's WRONG!
I MIGHT go so far as to give them $20 and ask them to please put the meat in the cart and pay for it. I would have to see the person to sense whether they would use the money in the manner that I would suggest.
Excellent thinking! Ok I’m taking your advice. In the event I witness this. Solves the problem of their need and prevents a crime. Brilliant Critter!!
Let management know. Unless it’s bread. If they’re stealing bread it’s because they’re hungry.