Duo accused of fighting Market Basket workers who confronted them over alleged theft of meats

Two women were arrested in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts, after allegedly fighting with Market Basket workers over stolen meat, highlighting ongoing issues of shoplifting in retail stores.

• On Sunday, Olivia Byrd, 37, of Quincy, Massachusetts, and Rahjane Byrd, 28, confronted Market Basket (New England) workers over high-priced meats including steak and lobster.
• The duo faces charges of assault and battery (crime) after allegedly fighting back when approached about their suspected shoplifting of premium meat items.
• The incident underscores a growing trend of shoplifting, particularly targeting valuable goods like meat, butter, and truffle at grocery stores across the region.