08-02-2009, 05:03 PM
I don't have a problem with her being at least detained by authorities, and arrested if the situation dictates. Whether she's actually charged or convicted of anything will be determined by the facts.
The situation shows a child possibly at risk of physical or emotional abuse, so it bears at least some attention from authorities. Again, what actions are taken then depend on what facts are found.
Frankly, if I had been the store manager, I would have told her to stop if for no other reason than I wouldn't want to deal with any possible liability claims if the kid was injured (for example if he had whacked his head on a display or when she dragged him around that corner) or if another customer had been injured tripping over the kid or the leash.
The situation shows a child possibly at risk of physical or emotional abuse, so it bears at least some attention from authorities. Again, what actions are taken then depend on what facts are found.
Frankly, if I had been the store manager, I would have told her to stop if for no other reason than I wouldn't want to deal with any possible liability claims if the kid was injured (for example if he had whacked his head on a display or when she dragged him around that corner) or if another customer had been injured tripping over the kid or the leash.