Man vows never to use Target self-checkouts again after staff encounter

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On social media, viewers stunned after viral video showed man vowing never to use Target self-checkouts again after an encounter with staff.

A recent incident at a Target self-checkout has left one shopper vowing never to return.

The encounter with a store employee shocked him and led to a TikTok post about his experience.

A man captured his encounter with staff during the incident at Target

TikTok creator skylouieee, who goes by @skylouieee shared his story after a “quick trip” to Target. 

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A Target shopper decided to stop using self-checkouts after a troubling encounter with staff. Image Credit: TikTok/@skylouieee

In the footage, he intended to buy pain medication and a bottle of Gatorade. After packing his bags, he headed for the exit.

Suddenly, a Target employee stopped him. The employee questioned whether he had paid for the Gatorade.

He claimed he didn’t see skylouieee scan the drink. The employee insisted that skylouieee speak with the team manager.

“I’m just trying to go home. I’m not trying to start any nonsense,” skylouieee explained to his followers.

He showed the employee his receipt, which ultimately cleared up the misunderstanding. The staff member let him go.

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The shopper, known as skylouieee, was questioned about whether he paid for a Gatorade he bought. Image Credit: TikTok/@skylouieee

Man vowed never to use Target self-checkouts again

In his video, skylouieee expressed frustration with the employee’s approach. “He just wanted to start something because he was bored,” he stated.

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He concluded his post by saying, “I’m just sticking to Walmart from now on.”

The video sparked debate on social media

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He showed his receipt to the employee and was eventually allowed to leave the store. Image Credit: Getty

Many viewers reacted to his video. In the comment selection, many viewers express their shock about the incident at Target.

One person said: At our target, sometimes the self checkout is open and sometimes it’s not and then they get these massive long lines for the regular register and you have to stand there and wait with one item.

A second wrote: I had this happen at Walmart last night!

While a third commented: I had this happen at Walmart last night!

Another added: Damn even target making bro mad.

Someone else said: Bro went to target and became a target

Another user commented: That’s crazy. They are usually laidback at Target.

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Image Credit: TikTok/@skylouieee

Walmart’s innovative solution

In response to shoplifting concerns at self-checkouts, Walmart has introduced a creative solution.

The retailer’s new feature allows customers to pass items over a scanner without requiring a visible barcode.

This technology applies to Walmart’s Great Value products, including graham crackers and chocolate bars.

The invisible barcodes, created in partnership with Digimarc, are printed across the entire product.

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In response to the incident, he declared he would only shop at Walmart in the future. Image Credit: Getty

While invisible to the eye, self-checkout scanners can easily detect them.

The experience shared by skylouieee highlights the challenges of self-checkouts.

Misunderstandings can lead to uncomfortable situations for shoppers. 

Target and Walmart are evolving with technology to combat theft and enhance the shopping experience

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As customers navigate these changes, they must remain aware of store policies and practices. 

The landscape of retail continues to evolve, presenting both challenges and innovative solutions for shoppers.

@skylouieee

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