Black eyes, slapped hands and full on fights – tales from the supermarket yellow sticker aisles

Manchester: You wouldn’t think a supermarket could turn into a battleground, but the yellow sticker aisle is a whole different story.

Workers have been sharing their wild experiences of dealing with customers who swarm like vultures when discounts are announced. It’s a real frenzy out there!

One post on social media showed a worker surrounded by a barrier while labeling reduced items, and it blew up with comments from folks who totally get it.

“I used to do that job. I got spat at and shoved all for a couple of cheap sandwiches,” one person shared. “I even tried to confuse them by bringing items out a different door. Retail workers deserve way more respect!”

Another worker recalled a fight breaking out over reduced eggs, and another shared a story about two women brawling over a squashed birthday cake. “Did I step in? Nope! I just watched the chaos unfold,” they said.

One pregnant staff member said she was eight months along and still had customers crowding her. “They’re like sharks! I just wanted a little space,” she laughed.

And it’s not just the workers who face the madness. Shoppers have their own horror stories. “Someone slapped my hand away once while I was reaching for something,” one guy said.

Another shopper mentioned how they stopped going during discount times because it got too crazy. “In my local Morrisons, doors have been smashed and punches thrown over grapes!”

Many people noted that things have gotten worse lately. One shopper pointed out, “If prices weren’t so high to begin with, we wouldn’t have this mess.”

While some call yellow sticker shoppers ‘vultures’, others are asking for a bit of understanding. “There’s no need to be rude, especially when some people rely on these discounts to feed their families,” one person said.

Another shared a thought-provoking perspective: “The reduced section isn’t just a bargain bin; it’s a lifeline for many. For some, it’s the only way to afford decent food.”

“It’s heartbreaking to see people struggling. This isn’t just about deals; it’s about survival. If prices weren’t so inflated, maybe we wouldn’t see this kind of behavior.”

“While rudeness isn’t okay, we need to understand the bigger picture. When resources are scarce, instincts kick in. We’re all just trying to provide for ourselves.”

Have you ever worked in a supermarket or found yourself in a yellow sticker showdown? Share your stories in the comments!