A woman from Texas has been taken into custody in Mississippi, accused of a disturbing act of food tampering at several Walmart supermarkets.
Surveillance Footage Leads to Arrest
Camille Benson, aged 33, was arrested on Tuesday and now faces a serious charge of attempted mayhem. The arrest followed an investigation into reports that dangerous items had been placed inside bakery products at Walmart stores in Biloxi.
Authorities say surveillance photographs were crucial in identifying Benson as the suspect. The alleged tampering came to light earlier this month after customers raised concerns and staff conducted their own checks.
Razor Blades and Fish Hook Found in Products
Investigators allege that Benson embedded razor blades and a fishing hook into loaves of bread and packets of muffins. The motive behind these actions remains unclear to police.
Following the discovery, Walmart removed all potentially affected bakery items from the shelves of its Biloxi locations as a precautionary measure.
Safety Advice for Shoppers
The retail giant has issued advice to customers who purchased bakery goods from the implicated stores. They are urged to inspect their purchases carefully and can return them for a full refund.
While the suspect is now in custody, the case serves as a stark reminder of the serious consequences of product tampering and the swift action taken by both retailers and law enforcement when public safety is threatened.
