“Actually Sad”: Man Captured Stealing Frozen Chicken Drumstick at Grocery Store, SA Reacts

• A picture on social media shows a surprising act by a shoplifter at a South African grocery store
• The post gained over 260,000 views, sparking debates about survival, struggle, and desperation
• Mzansi netizens are divided, with some empathising with the man’s actions and others calling him out

Yoh, surviving in Ramaphosa’s economy isn’t for the faint-hearted, and one man’s struggle has become an online topic.

Shoplifter caught on camera

A picture of him sneaking a frozen chicken drumstick into his pocket at a grocery store is making waves on TikTok.

The image shows the man mid-act, stealing the piece of meat like it’s no big deal. Shared on the page @lunga.lunga97 sparked heated commentary.

Punishment for shoplifting in South Africa

Shoplifting is a serious offence in South Africa, but the punishment varies depending on factors like whether the offender is a first-timer and the value of the stolen goods.

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Penalties can range from fines to prison sentences, based on the severity of the crime and the circumstances surrounding it.

See the post here:

While stealing is wrong, some viewers couldn’t help but feel for him. Others blamed the infamous January blues for his desperate act.

Look at some comments below:

@SiyaHashibi said:

"But this is not funny guys. If someone is stealing food, not alcohol or luxury goods that should bring attention. That shouldn't be a laughing matter, life is hard out there."

@Mpumelelo commented:

"I am so emotional and heartbroken simultaneously. 😫😫😫"

@user8158538040961 mentioned:

"To us who didn't laugh no matter what. 🙏🙏🙏 May God see you through my brother."

@Nompumelelo posted:

"Mmmm kwaze kwabuhlungu kodwa bakithi. 😭😭💔💔"

@Mbali🧚🏽‍♀️ wrote:

"This is actually sad. 😔"

@maMbhele stated:

"I hope he got helped and bought for him a braai pack. 😭💔"

@TREVEEY highlighted:

"It's January guys uphuze yonke imalo isishebo akasenaso. 😂"

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@booyiz added:

"Yeah January 😂😂😂 is problem indeed."

@MadukaMolefe said:

"It's tough out there life is very challenging these days."

@LeloZungu typed:

"I feel for you brother, I pray you get a job."

More footage of thieves caught on camera

• A food delivery driver was caught on CCTV stealing a customer's pizza, thinking he could get away with it.
• A video of a guy stealing his roommate's food stunned netizens and had people remembering their varsity days.
• One woman posted a video displaying how one of her possessions was stolen in a grocery store by a group.

Source: Briefly News