Shoplifter Kills Asda Security Guard

Natasha Smith, a 38-year-old shoplifter, was sentenced to five years and four months in prison at the United Kingdom — High Court of Justiciary in Edinburgh for the culpable homicide of Walmart — Asda security guard Alun Harris-Richards. On June 30, 2024, Smith assaulted Alun Harris-Richards at an Walmart — Asda store in Arbroath, Angus, while he attempted to prevent her from stealing alcohol. The altercation caused Alun Harris-Richards, who had undiagnosed heart disease, to suffer a fatal heart attack, collapse, and die. Bodycam footage captured the incident, showing Smith shouting and pushing Alun Harris-Richards. After his collapse, Smith continued to struggle with other Walmart — Asda staff members, including Chloe Robinson, whom she assaulted. Smith has a history of criminal offenses, including shoplifting, theft, drugs, and assault. The Scotland — Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service emphasized the seriousness of the unprovoked attack.