In a shocking turn of events, the flagship Whole Foods store in San Francisco is being forced to close its doors due to overwhelming drug use and crime in the surrounding area. A spokesperson for the upscale grocery chain revealed that the decision to shutter the Trinity store was made in order to protect the safety of its team members.

The spokesperson went on to say that Whole Foods may consider reopening the location in the future, but only if they can guarantee the safety of their staff. Unfortunately, the San Francisco Standard has reported that drug-related retail theft and adjacent drug markets have been ongoing issues plaguing the area.

Just in: Whole Foods Market at Eighth and Market streets will shutter due to staff safety concerns.https://t.co/v0AvBCs50n

— The San Francisco Standard (@sfstandard) April 10, 2023

Matt Dorsey, a member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, lamented the closure of the market, saying that the community had waited a long time for this highly anticipated store. However, he acknowledged the safety concerns that ultimately led to the store’s closure.

This is a devastating blow for the community, as Whole Foods was seen as a beacon of hope and opportunity. We can only hope that the company will be able to reopen the Trinity store in the future and once again provide quality products and service to the people of San Francisco.