JPMorgan Exec Who Emptied Knicks Trashcan On Street And Stole It Faces Huge Karma In Major Update

Under New York City law, theft of property valued under $1,000 is charged as petit larceny, a Class A misdemeanor.

For first-time offenders, the consequences are usually a fine, summons, or community service. Littering could bring additional penalties.

Though the NYPD said on Saturday (June 20) that Báez had not been charged with a crime, JPMorgan Chase decided to fire her after the video of her stealing the trash can began circulating on social media.

The bank's decision to terminate Báez over the petty theft polarized social media users. X user @mikitaposts wrote, "I understand that theft is a crime, but why should she lose her job over that?"

The user said her behavior was "cringe" but argued that it did not justify firing the 40-year-old woman.

Many others disagreed, with one person writing, "Theft and littering. Making more work for city workers. When you operate at that high of a level within an organization, your actions reflect on that organization’s values, whether you want them to or not."

The incident occurred during celebrations marking the Knicks' NBA championship, which ended a 50-year drought and drew large crowds across New York City.

The celebrations following the basketball team’s win over the San Antonio Spurs resulted in 63 arrests, the NYPD said.

Videos showed rowdy New Yorkers setting school buses ablaze, jumping on taxis, and using bats to destroy cars.

On June 13, the night of the win, Knicks fans were arrested on charges including disorderly conduct, a***ult on a police officer, criminal possession of a weapon, criminal mischief, resisting arrest, and obstruction of governmental administration.

A 17-year-old boy was also rushed to the hospital after suffering a firearm wound to the foot.

The teenager was reportedly transported to hospital in an NYPD vehicle as an ambulance couldn't access 43rd Street due to the crowds.