From Valleynewslive · · 50s
Two Men Get 25-40 Year Sentences for Walmart Theft
Two men sentenced to 25-40 years for stealing $350k+ in Walmart merchandise across 11 states.
In brief
Two men sentenced to 25-40 years for stealing $350k+ in Walmart merchandise across 11 states. Anthony Belser and George Mayo received 25 and 40 years in prison for organized retail theft across 11 states. Originally reported by Valleynewslive.
First Arrest

Two men stole $15,000 worth of electronics from a Walmart in Georgia.
Theft Span
They stole $362,844 worth of merchandise over 10 months starting in 2022.
Theft Method
They hid merchandise in laundry baskets and paid for lower-value boxes.
Sentences
Anthony Belser gets 25 years with 10 served immediately, George Mayo 40 years with 20 served immediately.
RICO Charges
Mayo pleaded guilty to RICO violations and organized retail theft in March 2026.
Repayment
They must pay $328,448 in restitution to Walmart stores.
The main idea
Anthony Belser and George Mayo received 25 and 40 years in prison for organized retail theft across 11 states.


