A police officer in Visby, Gotland, has found herself in hot water after being caught in a self-scan mishap at a local Ica store. The officer scanned a salad at a drastically lower price of 1.79 kroner, when in fact it was priced at 91.64 kroner. The incident, which occurred in October last year, has resulted in the officer being suspected of attempted fraud.
In questioning, the officer explained that she took two labels in order to determine the price per kilo, but accidentally scanned the wrong one. She claims that she was stressed and reacted to the high price, prompting her to go back to the scale to print out the correct price tag. In the process, she accidentally scanned the new label at the self-scanning till.
The officer insists that her intention was never to commit a crime, stating that she had no desire to pay a minimal amount for the salad.
However, the prosecutor argues that the act was committed with intent and that the fact that the officer was dressed in uniform at the time of the incident should be taken into account. The prosecutor believes that the officer “seriously abused her position” and that her actions could harm the public’s trust in the police authority.
The case has sparked backlash and discussion, with many expressing concern over the potential impact on public perception of the police force. As the investigation continues, the officer will have to face the consequences of her actions, as the accusations against her are taken seriously.
This incident serves as a reminder that even those in positions of authority are not exempt from the consequences of their actions, and that maintaining integrity and upholding the law is essential for all members of society.