Santas and Elves “Rob” Montreal Grocery Store, Sparking Debate on Food Insecurity
In Montreal, a group calling themselves “Robins of the Alleys,” dressed as Santa and elves, stole groceries from a supermarket, intending to distribute the food to the needy. The group released a statement explaining the act as a protest against the rising cost of living and the perceived profiteering of grocery chains. Metro, the owner of the supermarket, condemned the act as a crime, citing various factors influencing prices, including retail crime. Despite the ongoing investigation and the supermarket’s charitable contributions, the group highlighted their cause with a festive message.