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Houston Man Charged with "Skip-Scanning" Theft at Walmart on Northwest Freeway

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Published on November 27, 2025
Houston Man Charged with "Skip-Scanning" Theft at Walmart on Northwest FreewaySource: Facebook/Mark Herman, Harris County Constable Precinct 4

A theft occurred at a Walmart checkout line. On Tuesday, Constable deputies responded to a theft report at the Walmart on Northwest Freeway and detained a suspect, identified as James Crowe. Law enforcement reported he was involved in skip-scanning at the self-checkout.

According to a social media post, Crowe scanned some items and bypassed others in an attempt to leave the store with goods totaling $220.40. Constable Mark Herman's Office reported that Crowe was apprehended without further incident.

James Crowe was arrested and booked into the Harris County Jail on a charge of theft. His bond was set at $100.00 by County Court 7.