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Ford Fires Employee Over $1.95 Cookie Theft Claim, Later Reinstates Him
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By וואלה כסף
First reported by Ynet · Jul 9, 2026
What happened
Ford fired Kurt Crumb over an alleged $1.95 cookie theft, but after evidence proved he paid, Ford reinstated him and paid back wages. Crumb declined to return, having found better work, while the case raised questions about harsh U.S. employment laws and potential discrimination.
- 01Ford fired an employee over a $1.95 cookie theft accusation under a zero-tolerance policy.
- 02Kurt Crumb paid for the cookie but was fired based on partial security footage.
- 03Crumb provided bank statements proving payment but Ford delayed response and demanded notarized proof.
- 04After vending operator confirmed payment, Ford offered reinstatement and retroactive pay up to $33,000.
- 05Crumb refused to return, having found a better-paying job with bonuses.
- 06Legal experts note possible discrimination or defamation claims due to wrongful firing and treatment.
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