On the latest episode of CWTFB Radio, the hosts tackled two shocking theft incidents in their “Weakest of the Week” segment, highlighting how small businesses in the community are being affected by crime. The conversation centered on a group that dined and dashed at Top Mix restaurant and a sneaker store intern who betrayed his employer’s trust. The discussion sparked debates on accountability, social media exposure, and the struggles business owners face when dealing with theft.
A group of four—nicknamed Green Monster, Fat Albert, Sexy Red, and Precious—racked up a $350 bill at Top Mix, a restaurant in Jamaica Plain, only to slip out without paying. The restaurant, refusing to let the incident slide, took to social media and posted security footage of the group, complete with their code names.
Adding insult to injury, Precious later doubled down online, claiming the food was subpar—an excuse the CWTFB Radio hosts weren’t buying. While some backlash suggested the restaurant’s decision to post the footage was racially motivated, the hosts firmly supported Top Mix, arguing that business owners have every right to protect themselves.
In another case, local sneaker shop owner Jose faced an unexpected betrayal. After hiring an intern who initially showed promise, Jose later discovered through security footage that the intern had stolen from his store.
When confronted, the intern’s parents urged Jose not to press charges, but the financial hit—including money set aside for his child’s birthday—forced him to take legal action. The experience prompted him to tighten security measures and rethink his hiring practices, emphasizing the harsh reality that trust can be costly in business.
Beyond these incidents, the CWTFB Radio crew explored broader themes of small business protection, the power of social media in calling out wrongdoing, and the fine line between understanding personal struggles and enforcing accountability.
While some argue that blasting thieves online could lead to backlash, the hosts agreed that exposing theft is a necessary step in protecting businesses. They emphasized that these incidents are not just about stolen goods—they impact business owners, their families, and the community as a whole.
The episode wrapped with a unanimous stance: posting surveillance footage of thieves is fair game. Business owners must balance the risks, but ultimately, calling out theft can serve as both a deterrent and a means of ensuring justice. As the CWTFB Radio team put it, if you don’t want to be exposed, don’t steal.
