Best Buy worker used manager’s code to get 99% off MacBooks, cops say

Here's something that’ll make you do a double-take — an employee at a Florida Best Buy used his manager’s code to get nearly 150 items, including MacBooks, at a staggering 99% discount. Ashley Belanger reports that, according to police, Matthew Lettera started this scheme in December 2024 after the store’s sales numbers raised suspicions. What’s wild is that he facilitated 97 purchases for himself and 52 for others, racking up over $118,000 in losses for Best Buy. Now, here’s where it gets interesting — Lettera switched careers from chef to retail, but apparently, the temptation was too big. Local investigators traced the suspicious activity straight to him, and he’s now charged with fraud. As Belanger notes, this isn’t just a case of shoplifting — it’s a clear inside job with serious financial consequences. So, what does this actually mean? It’s a reminder that even in retail, trust can be exploited, and sometimes, the biggest risks come from within.