06/03/2026
Not all heroes wear capes
A Florida woman was arrested after allegedly pretending to work at Costco in Tampa and turning the sample station into an impromptu “happy hour” for shoppers.
Authorities say 32-year-old Brianna Keller entered the store dressed in black pants, a red polo, and a fake badge reading “Crystal - Beverage Team,” then spent nearly an hour handing out tequila shots in tiny ketchup cups beside the snack aisle. She reportedly paired liquors with frozen appetizers, told customers it was “technically a tasting event,” and even proposed “bottomless sample Fridays” to management.
Employees grew concerned as customers started applauding her chants like “Weekend mode activated!” and some were seen dancing near mattress displays with condiment cups. The stunt ended when a manager noticed the scene, and Keller was arrested while shouting “WHO’S READY FOR ROUND TWO?” as officers escorted her out. One shopper joked, “I honestly thought Costco was just evolving.”
