A heartbreaking image shows a supermarket employee having to be consoled while breaking down in tears after being left to bear the brunt of furious shoppers.
The photo sparked outrage as it went viral on Facebook, as one told panic-buyers and hoarders they needed a 'God dam reality check' after some resorted to abusing staff as stores struggled to keep up with demand.
The woman, wearing staff uniform, is shown with her head in her hands standing in the self-service checkout area, while another person who appears to be a customer attempts to offer her some support.
It is thought to have been taken at branch of Woolworths in Australia and has led to others pleading for people across the world to treat staff with respect as they continue to
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