The arbitration office decides on the accusation of theft against 82-year-olds in Vellmar
The arbitration office decides on the accusation of theft against 82-year-olds in Vellmar
An incident in the Edeka Markt Möller in Vellmar causes excitement. An 82-year-old man is faced with the accusation of theft because he is assumed that he has stolen chopped worth 2.61 euros. This not only has legal consequences, but also raises questions about dealing with theft in supermarkets.
The senior who refused to pay the required amount of 200 euros defends himself with the explanation that he had only covered the meat after he had found that he did not need it. "That day it was very hot and I was worried that the meat spoiled on my half -hour way home," said the older gentleman. He had the intention not to steal the goods, but only to leave behind on a shelf. However, this version of the incident was interpreted by the shop owners as theft.
confrontation in the supermarket
"I didn't know that it would be so complicated," the senior describes the situation that finally made him leave the shop with a police officer. "I should sign that I stole - even though I only put the meat away," he said. Ultimately, he paid a reduced sum of 52.61 euros, which exceeded the original value of the chopped, to avoid another legal dispute, felt unfair.
The attitude of Sven Möller remains unchanged. He sees the punishment as justified and explains that he reports all the thieves he caught in his business. "I can't help that he steals," he says about the allegations of the senior. He sees the processing fee of 200 euros as necessary to cover the costs for the police and the evaluation of the surveillance videos.
The reactions of other supermarkets
A look at the social effects
The debate about theft in supermarkets is not new and reflects how retailers try to protect their business from such incidents. In recent years there has been an increasing discussion about the methods with which retail companies are against theft. Companies are considering various strategies to protect themselves and their goods. These include security cameras, special training for staff and in some cases strict punishments for theft. According to a study by the Germany (HDE) trade association (HDE), the damage caused by shop theft in 2021 was 4.2 billion euros, which illustrates the urgency of such measures. The HDE emphasizes that small and medium -sized companies in particular suffer from the consequences of shoplifting, since they do not always have the resources in order to implement comprehensive security measures. hde
Reaction of the public
The public reaction to this incident in Vellmar shows how much the opinion about theft is divided. Many people show their fingers on the 82-year-old and argue that he is a bad example of society, while others have an understanding of his situation and his actions. The discussion is often emotionally conducted, with arguments about poverty, social justice and the right behavior in public spaces. Some consumer forums and social networks have initiated a wave of support for the senior, with numerous users pointing out the increasing living costs and the need to save food. It is clear that the social expectations of the behavior of customers in shops vary greatly.
These events also raise questions about the fairness and the proportionality of the punishments. Critics argue that the high fines can not only be unfair, but also counterproductive, since they continue to burden people in financial difficulties. In this regard, a survey that was carried out among German consumers in 2022 showed that 67 % of the respondents believe that milder punishments would make sense for the first offenders. This can initiate the discussion about equality and justice in dealing with economically disadvantaged groups.
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