More Classical, Less Loitering

An Ohio convenience store is keeping loiterers at bay with classical music.

August 15, 2011

COLUMBUS, Ohio - Customers and employees of a United Dairy Farmers location in the Columbus Short North neighborhood say fewer loiterers are hanging around and hassling customers thanks to the addition of classical music.

The intent of the classical music is actually a component of recent upgrades to the stores. However, customers told WBNS-TV that loitering has "declined quickly" outside of the convenience store.

One customer told the news source that the classical music is loud, but an improvement because less people are hanging around outside the store hassling customers or asking for spare change.

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