A Hopkinsville man has been charged with burglary in connection with a barcode swap scheme, according to a report from West Kentucky Star.
The alleged scheme involved swapping barcodes from lower-priced items onto more expensive merchandise to deceive store checkout systems and pay a reduced amount. Authorities arrested the suspect after an investigation into the fraudulent purchases.
The man now faces burglary charges and could face additional penalties if convicted. The case highlights ongoing retail security concerns around barcode manipulation.