Shippensburg Teen Cited for Harassing Girl Scouts at Walmart

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Pennsylvania State Police have cited a 17-year-old Shippensburg resident with disorderly conduct after he allegedly harassed a group of Girl Scouts selling cookies outside a Walmart store in Shippensburg. Troopers were called to the scene on Sunday, March 8th around 8:45 pm for a report of two teenage males yelling obscenities at the Girl Scouts. After investigating, police determined that one of the teens was not directly involved, but the other 17-year-old was issued a citation for disorderly conduct.

Why it matters

Incidents of harassment and disorderly conduct targeting young people engaged in community fundraising efforts, like Girl Scouts selling cookies, are concerning and can have a negative impact on the girls' experiences. This case highlights the need for greater community support and protection for youth programs.

The details

According to the Pennsylvania State Police, troopers were dispatched to the Walmart on S Conestoga Drive in Shippensburg around 8:45 pm on Sunday, March 8th for a report of two teenage males yelling obscenities at a group of Girl Scouts who were selling cookies outside the store. After investigating, police determined that one of the teens was not directly involved in the incident, but the other 17-year-old Shippensburg resident was cited for disorderly conduct.

• The incident occurred around 8:45 pm on Sunday, March 8th, 2026.