Food 99¢ Discount, Queens NY

We are locals to the area and have never faced issues prior. This afternoon my 18 y/o daughter was assaulted and harassed by an Asian worker who assumed she was stealing after she purchased her items. I understand from a business perspective to thwart theft (believe me I am also tired of theft and crime in New York). But to grab someone aggressively and accuse them of stealing based on preconceived notions (perhaps racism which is prevalent with Asian elders) is ABSURD. The situation was ONLY diffused after a worker behind the counter explained to the aggressive worker that the items questioned were purchased elsewhere. After causing a scene and realizing she was wrong, the worker offered NO APOLOGY (which is all we wanted). This unfortunate situation has COMPLETELY changed my perspective that I was once had.

You don’t treat customers in that manner, it’s not right.