Another Indian-origin woman has reportedly been arrested for shoplifting at a Target store in the United States. Bodycam footage from the incident has gone viral, leading to strong reactions from the Indian community online.
Viral Footage Shows Emotional Plea
The clip circulating on social media shows a young Indian student, said to be of Gujarati origin, becoming emotional after being accused of taking clothing items without payment. She repeatedly apologises and claims she forgot to pay, pleading with police not to handcuff her.
Student Handcuffed Despite Pleas
The video suggests she requested to speak to her husband, who was also reportedly present. Despite her hesitation, officers eventually handcuffed her and escorted her to the police station. Reports suggest she may face felony retail theft charges.
Key Details Still Unconfirmed
Information such as the woman’s name, the exact location, and the value of the items has not been confirmed. However, the video has spread rapidly, and many in the Indian community have expressed embarrassment and concern over the incident.
Repeated Incidents Raise Concern
This case follows multiple similar viral incidents in 2025 involving Indian-origin students and travellers accused of shoplifting in the US. Each case has triggered discussion, criticism, and frustration within the diaspora.
Image Concerns for the Community
Frequent such episodes risk creating negative perceptions and impacting the reputation of honest workers and students abroad. Many fear these controversies could make life more difficult for those already facing challenges in the United States.
More updates on this Target incident are awaited.
This Gujarati girl was caught shoplifting in U.S.
She stole 5 pairs of men’s underwear, 3 pairs of shorts, and 4 T-shirts.
When her phone was checked, the wallpaper featured a picture of Modi.
At first, when she was caught, she showed her phone wallpaper hoping the cops would… pic.twitter.com/n9P9IruaXJ
— Dr Nimo Yadav 2.0 (@DrNimoYadav) November 1, 2025
