A surprising incident involving an Indian girl allegedly trying to shoplift items value over $1,300 ( ₹1.11 lakh) from a Goal retailer in Illinois, USA, has sparked an enormous debate on-line after a bodycam video of her arrest went viral.
The undated footage, extensively circulated throughout social media platforms, reveals the girl, reportedly a customer from India, being confronted and subsequently detained by US police for the alleged theft.
The total 18-minute video, initially uploaded by a YouTube channel known as ‘Physique Cam Version,’ reveals a Goal worker telling officers that the girl had spent practically seven hours inside the shop earlier than making an attempt to exit with a loaded purchasing cart with out paying.
“We noticed this girl roaming across the retailer for the final 7 hours,” the staffer explains within the clip. “She was choosing up objects, checking her cellphone, shifting between aisles, and finally tried to stroll out the west gate with out paying.”
Within the video, the girl repeatedly tells the police that she will be able to pay for the objects now and asks them to “finish the matter.” Nevertheless, the officers firmly state that the chance to pay had handed. “You need to pay for it now, however you weren’t paying for it beforehand,” an officer will be heard saying.
The girl apologises and insists she did not intend to trigger hassle. When requested for identification, she states she doesn’t reside within the US and that her household can also be in India.
The girl was later handcuffed and brought to a police station. She was charged with felony theft.
Whereas the video has gone viral, the authenticity couldn’t be independently verified by Mint.
The incident has triggered widespread dialogue on-line, with many customers questioning the girl’s intentions and others weighing in on the potential cultural implications.
Feedback ranged from “Who steals for 7 hours? That’s a complete shift at Subway – woman, go apply,” to “There’s no language barrier. She is aware of precisely what she’s doing.”
The video additionally sparked outrage amongst Indians.
“She went overseas with the nation’s passport to carry shame. Due to this one woman’s actions, as we speak America’s social media is stuffed with hatred and disdain towards Indians,” a consumer wrote.
“Embarrassing India on a world stage! She ended up making headlines for all of the flawed causes. Don’t carry disgrace to the nation overseas. Symbolize with dignity,” one other consumer wrote.
