Walmart shoplifters will no longer be working at the car wash, yeah.
As previously reported, Judge Jeffrey Clothier, of Michigan, had sentenced those caught stealing from a local Walmart to wash cars outside the store’s parking lot. However, according to The Associated Press, a higher judge, Chief Judge William Crawford II, has nixed the plan.
Crawford ruled that a judge of Clothier’s stature did not have the authority to institute such an “alternative punishment” without an approval from higher-ups.
“‘Walmart Washes’ will not be taking place as reported,” Crawford says.
Meanwhile, a “frustrated” Clothier says he still intends to find a “creative way” to address the shoplifting situation.
“I had 37 new Walmart theft offenses two days ago,” Clothier says. “In the last month, it’s been well over 100.”