apologies, probably not the right forum. I am in my mid 50s and have never, ever come to Garda attention before. I have been under a huge amount of pressure and extremely menopausal (no excuse, I know). I went to my local supermarket, where I have been going for 30 odd years. Big chain. Will not name. I spent approx. €60 on small groceries. When I left. Security guard came after me and told me to "come with me". I had no idea what was going on. He said I had goods in my trolley I had not paid for and he said he has been watching me for months and knows I shop lift !. I was in total shock. I was brought into the office and under my bags were items, quite a lot which were under the huge shopping bags. One of these items was an headset which I was buying for a gift. I had the shopping bags over these items. I was absolutely morfified but security called Gardai. I asked Security guard what he meant by me shoplifting in the past and he said "he knows I have been" (I know absolutely, I have not but now paranoid) yes, I know all "guilty people" say the same. ! Two Gardai arrived and they arrested me. I was in total shock. I was brought to local station for processing. I kept asking the Gardai what would happen and he said he did not know but I could call a solicitor. I then met the Sergeant for processing. He said I would be issued with what is called an "Adult Caution". I was let home after 3 hours and was told to await a call from the Inspector and I would then speak to him. Lads, I am numb with shock....honestly, in my 50 odd years, I have never, ever been in trouble.....where do I go from here??
