An eight-year-old boy's online shopping spree led to a mountain of lollipops arriving at his doorstep. The child, using his mother's Amazon account, mistakenly ordered 70,000 Dum-Dums lollipops, racking up a $4,200 bill. His mother, Holly LaFavers, was shocked to discover the massive order. Initially, she worried about how she would pay for and store such a large quantity of candy.
LaFavers contacted Amazon, explaining the situation. After a bit of back and forth, Amazon agreed to refund the entire amount. The family was relieved to avoid the financial burden of the accidental purchase. This incident serves as a reminder for parents to monitor their children's online activities and ensure appropriate parental controls are in place to prevent similar situations from happening.
8-Year-Old's Amazon Order: 70,000 Lollipops!
An 8-year-old boy accidentally ordered 70,000 lollipops on Amazon, creating a sweet but sticky situation for his family. The massive order, valued at $4,200, caused initial panic. Thankfully, the boy's mother, Holly LaFavers, was able to get a full refund from Amazon. The story highlights the potential pitfalls of unsupervised online shopping for children.