Former Walmart manager arrested after leaving the store with $135,000 in shopping bag, police say

A former Walmart manager has been arrested for stealing $135,000 from the store.

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Thomas Frudaker, 28, was caught leaving the store with the cash in a shopping bag.

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According to police, Frudaker had been stealing money from the store for several months.

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The stolen money was recovered and returned to Walmart.

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Walmart has strict policies and procedures in place to prevent theft and fraud.

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The incident is a reminder of the importance of employee screening and monitoring.

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Employee theft costs retailers billions of dollars each year.

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It is essential for businesses to take steps to prevent theft and protect their assets.

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