Man Accused of Stealing Girl Scouts' Cash Box at New Hampshire Walmart

The suspect allegedly grabbed the box containing around $1,000 and fled the scene.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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A man is accused of stealing a Girl Scouts cash box containing approximately $1,000 from outside a Walmart in Lebanon, New Hampshire on Thursday. Police have identified the suspect but have not yet released his name publicly. The cash box was later recovered in the woods, but the money was missing.

Why it matters

Stealing from Girl Scouts, who are often raising funds for community programs and activities, is seen as a particularly egregious crime that violates the public's trust. This incident raises concerns about the safety of community fundraising efforts and the need for enhanced security measures to protect vulnerable groups.

The details

According to police, the suspect approached the Girl Scouts' cookie sales table, said 'Sorry,' grabbed the cash box, and ran away. The cash box was later found in the woods, but the money was missing. Surveillance video showed the suspect getting into a white Jeep Grand Cherokee in the parking lot of a nearby liquor store. Police are in the process of obtaining an arrest warrant for the suspect, who does not live in New Hampshire.

  • The incident occurred on Thursday, February 27, 2026 outside a Walmart in Lebanon, New Hampshire.

The players

Lebanon Police

The local law enforcement agency investigating the theft of the Girl Scouts' cash box.

Kate Eads Galdieri

The Girl Scout troop leader who was present during the theft and described the incident.

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What they’re saying

“We're very aware. We have like a big, chunky cash box, so it's hard to grab, we keep it kinda in the middle of us. Also, who steals from Girl Scouts?”

— Kate Eads Galdieri, Girl Scout Troop Leader

What’s next

Police are in the process of obtaining an arrest warrant for the suspect, who does not live in New Hampshire.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the need for increased security measures and community vigilance to protect vulnerable groups like the Girl Scouts from theft and exploitation during public fundraising events.