Five Finger Discount — Marsell Morris

Five finger discount is street slang for shoplifting, or just plain stealing. This story highlights the unwept misdeeds of several petty shoplifters, and reveals the consequences of their actions. Although, the motives driving several characters in this story are drug related, such is not the case in all pilfering situations. Extreme poverty, mental issues, the desire to simply own something not affordable, to, simply, wanting something to eat, are just a few reasons people steal from stores. I also include a tale about a hardened criminal who robs for no other reason than it's his nature. Also, included, for you business owners, is a less than comprehensive list of shoplifting techniques. Read, enjoy, and learn.