'I'll f**k you up!': California man fights off 2 shoplifters at Walgreens in SHOCKING video

The customer, who identified as just Kevin, says he's frustrated by the widespread theft in northern California
PUBLISHED JUL 18, 2022
The customer gave his cell phone to a bystander to record the altercation (KGO-TV)
The customer gave his cell phone to a bystander to record the altercation (KGO-TV)

A frustrated Walgreens customer decided to take matters into his own hands when he saw a man shoplifting medication bottles into his backpack. The California man, only identified as Kevin, took on two shoplifters in the incident from March, and even asked a bystander to record the incident on his phone. The customer said he took matters in his own hands because he was sick of the brazen thefts that were happening in northern California.
 
According to KGO-TV, Kevin said that he wanted to "make an impact" and wanted to "make this happen".

ALSO READ

Who is Demi Minor? Trans woman who impregnated 2 inmates in women's prison moved to MALE facility

'Our jaws dropped': BBC has shocking pic of Prince Andrew that could SHAKE the monarchy if revealed

Alameda resident Kevin fights two shoplifters in a Walgreens (KGO-TV)
Alameda resident Kevin fights two shoplifters in a Walgreens (KGO-TV)

According to the reports, Kevin gave a customer his cell phone and instructed them to take a video of what would happen. The alleged shoplifter, who is sporting a grey sweatshirt, can be seen on camera with Kevin standing on top of him. As soon as Kevin locks him in a position on the ground, the shoplifter yells out, asking to be left alone. In the video, Kevin can be heard shouting for onlookers to call 911.

Kevin can be seen holding the shoplifter to the ground (KGO-TV)
Kevin can be seen holding the shoplifter to the ground (KGO-TV)

Kevin can be heard snarling at the criminal, "I am way bigger than you, and I will f*** you up! I am placing you under citizen's arrest! "

Kevin additionally informed the suspect that criminals like him were to blame for the rising cost of living.
 
After more than two minutes of fighting, the suspect began yelling for a friend, according to KGO. According to the station, Kevin allegedly thought that the shoplifter was "fibbing." The suspect, though, wasn't lying. Soon after, a man in blue approached the scene of the struggle. The second attacker came behind Kevin and tried to get him in a headlock, according to KGO. "Is that your boy?" Kevin can be heard mockingly asking the alleged shoplifter in the footage.

A second suspect can be seen grabbing Kevin from behind (KGO-TV)
A second suspect can be seen grabbing Kevin from behind (KGO-TV)

Kevin effortlessly stopped the second criminal too. "I picked him up by the groin and threw him to the ground," he said. Unfortunately, according to the station, this altercation ended with the suspects scurrying to their waiting getaway vehicle.

Kevin picked the second shoplifter by his groin (KGO-TV)
Kevin picked the second shoplifter by his groin (KGO-TV)

According to police, when onlookers attempt to halt crimes like theft, they put themselves at risk of legal action and potential charges if the perpetrator is apprehended. KGO added that many large firms are reluctant to cooperate with an investigation for this very reason.
 
According to the station, despite the police reporting that the stolen goods from the Walgreens outlet were recovered, the retailer decided not to press charges.

TOP STORIES

The tragic loneliness of Sheila Seleoane: Woman, 61, lay dead in her flat for TWO YEARS

Who was Trent William Millsap? Homeless man on parole who killed NASCAR star Bobby East SHOT DEAD by SWAT

In a statement, Kevin told KGO, "I could have been charged with assault and may be charged with assault. It's infuriating. We're all realizing it in Northern California — little, soft cities like this." Upon being asked if he would do something like this again, he said that his mom and friends would "kill" him, but he would still do it all over again.

RELATED TOPICS CALIFORNIA NEWS

MORE STORIES

Billionaire David Green-funded commercial titled 'Foot Washing' featured multiple still images of people, including a woman outside a family planning clinic, having their feet washed
Feb 12, 2024
On Sunday, January 11, 2024, Pfizer, which is a renowned pharmaceutical industry company, aired a 60-second commercial during the Super Bowl LVIII
Feb 12, 2024
People were baffled to see the new Chinese e-commerce app Temu take as many as three ad slots at Super Bowl LVIII
Feb 12, 2024
GLAAD was recognized for its stellar and pivotal work over nearly four decades
Jan 16, 2024
Get ready, America, as ZOFF sparks a taste revolution that will tantalize your palate!
Dec 29, 2023
George Santos ignited a social media storm as he criticized Rep Brandon Williams for an altercation with a former staffer that was caught on camera
Dec 4, 2023
Isla McNabb scored in the 99th percentile for her age on an IQ test
Dec 4, 2023
The Presidents of the United States of America have long brought pets to the White House
Dec 4, 2023
Phoenix Police Officer Morgan Bullis was shot at in March, 2023 while responding to a hit-and-run call
Dec 4, 2023
Goldie, the Philadelphia restaurant chain, is owned by Israeli-born chef Mike Solomonov, who was raised in Pittsburgh and has won a James Beard Award
Dec 4, 2023