It Wasn’t Just The $1.95 Cookie Guy, Ford Fired More Workers Over Alleged Snack Theft

Carscoops · Jul 23, 2026 · 2 min read

Ford fired several employees, not just the "$1.95 cookie guy," for allegedly stealing snacks. Workers claim they were wrongly accused due to glitchy payment kiosks that showed items as unpaid despite being paid for.

Ford has dismissed several workers, including the employee known as the “$1.95 Cookie Guy,” over allegations of stealing snacks from the company’s facilities. The employees, however, argue they were wrongly accused, claiming that malfunctioning payment kiosks failed to register their purchases. According to those affected, they believed they had paid for the items, but glitchy terminals left no record of the transactions, leading to accusations and termination.

The incident has drawn attention to internal policies at Ford and raised questions about how the company handles employee disputes over technology errors. While the automaker has not publicly detailed the exact number of dismissals, the case highlights the growing tension between automated systems and worker trust. The employees maintain they followed proper procedures and were unaware of any payment failures.

For Saudi consumers, this news may seem distant from the showroom floor, but it can influence perceptions of Ford’s corporate culture. The American brand is a key player in the Kingdom’s automotive market, particularly in the pickup and SUV segments. Models like the Ford F-150 and Ford Explorer compete directly with the Toyota Hilux, Nissan Patrol, and Chevrolet Tahoe among Saudi buyers who value durability and off-road capability.