Sears, Roebuck & Co. v. Castillo

Concepcion G. Castillo brought suit against Sears, Roebuck & Company for slander, negligence, and false imprisonment. The suit was premised on a security incident occurring within the Sears store. Mrs. Castillo visited the Sears store to pick up several items which she had previously placed in the lay-away department. The merchandise was properly purchased, and a receipt given to Mrs. Castillo. As Mrs. Castillo was leaving the Sears store, a loud alarm bell sounded and her package was taken from her. Upon examination of the merchandise carried by Mrs. Castillo, a security device was located…