Walmart tests body cameras for employees in select US stores to enhance safety

Walmart is testing a pilot program that equips employees with body cameras at select U.S. locations. The company claims this initiative aims to enhance employee safety, particularly during the busy holiday season. This move comes amid ongoing concerns about shoplifting, although Walmart insists the cameras are not intended to reduce theft. The program has sparked debate about the actual prevalence of retail theft. Currently, it is unclear how many stores are involved in the pilot. One confirmed location is in Denton, Texas. Signs in participating stores inform customers about the use of body-worn cameras.