Lululemon stands by decision to fire employees who intervened in robbe

Lululemon stands by decision to fire employees who intervened in robbery 
  2023-06-11 19:31:14

Lululemon CEO Calvin McDonald defended the company's decision to fire two employees who attempted to intervene during a theft at one of its stores in Peachtree Corners, Georgia. McDonald emphasized that Lululemon has a zero-tolerance policy for engaging in theft situations to prioritize the safety of its team and customers.The employees knowingly violated this policy by engaging with the thieves and following them out of the store. Lululemon reiterated its commitment to a zero-tolerance policy and emphasized that no amount of merchandise is worth risking employee safety.The company's stance has faced criticism, but experts highlight the potential danger of intervening in theft situations, with past cases resulting in harm or loss of life. The incident sheds light on the growing challenge of retail crime, with rising incidents of theft impacting retailers' bottom lines and prompting concerns for employee safety.