‘I was making like $7 an hour’: Virginia woman works for Abercrombie. Then she finds out what she’s supposed to do if she sees someone shoplifting
Former Abercrombie Employee Reveals Shoplifting Policy
A Virginia woman, content creator Mariah (@mariahmichellebr), has shared her brief two-month stint working at an Abercrombie & Fitch store in a viral video with over 97,000 views. The revelation that sparked widespread discussion concerns the store’s loss prevention policy for employees.
Mariah explained that while earning roughly $7 an hour, she was instructed on what to do if she witnessed someone shoplifting. To her shock, the policy required her to physically intervene. She stated, “They told me I have to tackle them.”
The former employee expressed disbelief at the expectation, given her low wage and lack of security training. Key points from her account include:
- She was directed to chase and physically stop suspected shoplifters.
- No additional compensation or hazard pay was offered for this duty.
- She felt the policy was unreasonable and dangerous for minimum-wage staff.
Mariah’s video has ignited debate about retail worker safety and the ethics of placing such responsibilities on underpaid employees. Many commenters expressed sympathy, noting that most retailers instruct staff to avoid confrontation and instead alert security or management. The clip highlights broader concerns about corporate policies that may prioritize merchandise over employee well-being. As of publication, Abercrombie & Fitch has not publicly responded to the viral claims.