Fall River cart bandit
Fall River had another classic moment this week. A guy got busted pushing not one, not two, but three shopping carts full of stolen goods down a side street like he was leading a parade. Cops rolled up and the guy actually tried to play it cool. “Just helping a friend move,” he told them. Right. At 2 a.m. With a cart full of power tools still in their boxes.
This is the kind of story that makes you shake your head and laugh at the same time. Fall River has a long tradition of these half-baked criminal masterminds. The shopping cart bandit is just the latest entry in the hall of fame.
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How It Went Down
According to police reports, the man was spotted around 1:45 in the morning near the Stop & Shop on Plymouth Avenue. He had three carts chained together. One was loaded with tools, another had electronics, and the third had what looked like a small grill and some random household items. The total haul was worth a couple grand easy.
When officers approached, the guy didn’t run. He didn’t even look surprised. He just stood there with his hands on the cart handles like he was waiting for a receipt. That level of confidence is almost impressive. Almost.
The Excuse Game
His story started falling apart fast. First it was “helping a friend.” Then it was “I found this stuff.” By the time they got him to the station he was claiming he was doing a favor for his cousin who “works in construction.” The tools were still in sealed boxes. The grill still had the price tag on it.
Fall River police have seen it all, but this one stood out even for them. One officer was quoted saying they’ve never had someone try to push a shopping cart convoy through the streets at that hour. Usually people at least try to use a car or a truck. This guy went full old-school.
Why This Keeps Happening
Look, Fall River isn’t exactly known for high-level criminal sophistication. We get the guys who think they can outsmart the system with sheer boldness and zero planning. The shopping cart bandit fits the pattern perfectly. No getaway vehicle. No lookout. Just pure, unfiltered confidence that somehow this would work.
People around here have been sharing the story all week. Some are laughing. Some are wondering how someone makes it to adulthood thinking this was a solid plan. Either way, it’s pure Fall River entertainment.
The Bottom Line
The guy is facing multiple charges including larceny and possession of stolen property. The carts have been returned to the store. The merchandise is being processed as evidence. And somewhere in Fall River, a guy is sitting in a cell wondering where it all went wrong.
These stories never get old. They’re a reminder that some criminals are dangerous and some are just… not that bright. The shopping cart bandit falls squarely in the second category.
Local police do a solid job keeping the city in check. But every now and then someone like this comes along and gives everyone a good story to tell. Just maybe next time use a truck. Or better yet, don’t steal in the first place.
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