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Kempsey —The rollout of high-tech security cameras at self-serve checkouts has taken a dark turn, with the AI now reportedly analyzing not just the groceries, but the emotional state of the customers.
Local shopper Dave Henderson was attempting to scan a frozen pizza and a six-pack of mid-strength beer at 8:45 PM when the red light flashed above his register. Instead of accusing him of stealing brown onions, the screen simply displayed: “Unexpected life choices in the bagging area. Please wait for assistance.”
"I just wanted a quick dinner," Dave sighed, looking up at the lens reflecting his tired face. "Instead, the machine locked me out, replayed a video of me sighing heavily while scanning the pizza, and suggested I call my mother."
Supermarket management has defended the smart cameras, stating they are simply part of a new "holistic customer experience."
"The AI is trained to detect theft, yes, but also deep spiritual fatigue," a store manager explained. "If the system detects you buying three blocks of chocolate and a single sad ready-meal, it will automatically pause the transaction to give you a moment of quiet reflection."