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Michigan judge sentences Walmart shoplifters to wash cars in the parking lot

A Michigan judge, Jeffrey Clothier, is sentencing shoplifters to wash cars in a Walmart parking lot as a form of community service.
Clothier believes this punishment will discourage theft and address higher prices for shoppers.
He expects 75 to 100 offenders will be ordered to wash cars in the coming months.
Clothier expressed surprise at the extent of retail thefts, noting they come from across Michigan and beyond.

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Michigan judge sentences Walmart shoplifters to wash cars in the parking lot

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