Piggly Wiggly — Local services in Sumter

Joshua D Sumter, SC 29150 October 7, 2025

To: Piggly Wiggly Central, Inc. Attn: Corporate Office / Human Resources 1011 Broad Street Sumter, SC 29150

Subject: Urgent Complaint Regarding Racist and Unprofessional Conduct

Dear Piggly Wiggly Corporate Leadership,

I am writing to formally address a series of disturbing interactions I have experienced at your Sumter location at 114 E Calhoun Street, specifically involving Mark Rodgers, head of the meat department. These interactions have been repeatedly unpleasant, racially charged, and wholly unacceptable in a professional setting.

On multiple occasions, Mr. Rodgers has referred to me as “Boy” in a confrontational and demeaning manner, despite my repeated correction. For example, while purchasing a bacon, egg, and cheese on toast with a sweet tea from your deli, I forgot utensils. Upon returning with my cup half full to request a refill, Mr. Rodgers questioned whether I had paid for the cup and created a scene, again calling me “Boy.” On another occasion, he accused me of using electricity without permission, again using the “Boy” slur in front of staff and customers.

As a Black man, coming from a family of preachers, educators, military personnel, and law enforcement, and being only a semester away from completing my hospice nursing degree, I find this behavior offensive, humiliating, and discriminatory. Such conduct has no place in a reputable business and raises serious concerns about the workplace culture and supervision at this location.

I previously reported these incidents to the store manager, who indicated that the matter was “over their head” and out of their hands. This response is unacceptable and demonstrates a failure to protect customers from discriminatory treatment.

I am requesting immediate intervention from corporate leadership to address this matter. I expect a thorough investigation and corrective action to ensure that no customer is subjected to such racist and unprofessional behavior in the future. This letter serves as a formal record of my complaint, and I am prepared to escalate this matter to external regulatory or legal authorities if necessary.

I trust that Piggly Wiggly Central, Inc. will take this matter seriously and take swift action to uphold the dignity, safety, and respect of all customers. I look forward to your prompt...

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