A 33-year-old woman has been arrested in Biloxi, Mississippi, following reports of razor blades concealed within loaves of bread sold at two Walmart stores.
Camille Benson, originally from Texas, faces a charge of aggravated assault and is being held on a $100,000 bond. The Biloxi Police Department was alerted after customers reported finding the blades inside bread purchased at both a Walmart Supercenter and a Walmart Neighborhood Market.
According to Lieutenant Candace Young, public information officer for the Biloxi Police Department, the first report came on December 5th from a customer at the Walmart Supercenter. Three days later, another customer purchasing bread at the Walmart Neighborhood Market discovered a razor blade within the packaging.
Following a new complaint received on Sunday, Walmart employees inspected merchandise and found several loaves of bread that had been manipulated, authorities stated. The police were notified on Monday and issued a public request for customers who purchased bread from the affected stores to check their packages and report any findings.
Walmart released a statement emphasizing the health and safety of its customers, confirming the removal and thorough review of potentially affected products in Biloxi stores. The company expressed gratitude for the swift action of law enforcement and pledged continued cooperation with the investigation.
The Biloxi Police Department currently believes that no other stores were affected. Walmart has advised customers who find a tampered product to dispose of it immediately and seek a full refund at their local store.
Frequently Asked Questions
What charges is Camille Benson facing?
Camille Benson has been charged with aggravated assault and is being held on a $100,000 bond.
Where did the incidents occur?
The incidents occurred at a Walmart Supercenter and a Walmart Neighborhood Market in Biloxi, Mississippi.
What should customers do if they purchased bread from these stores?
Customers who purchased bread from the affected Walmart stores are advised to check the packaging and report any findings to the police. They should also dispose of any tampered products immediately and visit their local Walmart for a full refund.
How might retailers respond to prevent similar incidents in the future?
