Imagine coming back home to find someone has taken a bite out of everything in your fridge. That’s what happened to this man, who locked up his food to stop his girlfriend from sampling it. He even offered her rent-free accommodation if she stopped, but she didn’t listen. Now, he’s asking the internet if he’s the a**hole for making her homeless and possibly ruining her employment opportunities. Is he justified in his actions or did he take it too far? Read on to find out the full story and decide for yourself.
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Man locks fridge to stop girlfriend stealing food
A man has taken the drastic measure of locking his fridge to stop his girlfriend from stealing his food. Despite numerous talks and an agreement to stop, the girlfriend has continued to take the first bite of his food, even taking bites out of an entire cake he had baked. After buying a lock box for the fridge, the girlfriend broke the lock and continued to take his food. The man has now asked her to leave and is seeking advice on if he is in the wrong. Read on for the comments and reactions.
NTA. This strange and controlling behavior is a major red flag

Girlfriend’s possessive behavior over food is a major red flag

Women commenters confirm: girlfriend’s behavior is unacceptable and uncommon.

NTA. Girlfriend’s behavior is disturbing, change locks and move on

Girlfriend repeatedly stole food, broke fridge lock. NTA.

Girlfriend’s food stealing may reveal bigger issues in relationship.

Is girlfriend’s food stealing a mental health concern?

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Girlfriend’s constant food stealing crosses the line.

Locking up the fridge to stop food theft – NTA

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Cake thievery leads to bizarre behavior. NTA takes action

Setting boundaries is important, but will this relationship last?

Girl confirms NTA and disapproves of food stealing

Girlfriend steals food, boyfriend locks fridge, Reddit déjà vu

Girlfriend steals food, boyfriend locks fridge, NTA gets revenge.

“Rat thing” girlfriend gets locked out of the fridge

Setting boundaries is important, but communication is key

Locking up the fridge to stop food stealing? Apparently, it’s a thing!

Respect boundaries. Don’t be a food thief.

Girlfriend takes a bite from each cake slice, NTA or brain issue?

Girlfriend breaks property, get her out ASAP

Cake thief strikes again!

Debate over girlfriend’s food stealing methods sparks discussion

Food sharing woes, when does it cross the line?

Commenter questions girlfriend’s bizarre food habits, warns to leave relationship.

Setting boundaries in relationships is essential

Commenter expresses concern over use of bribery, sparks discussion.

Respect boundaries. Toxic behavior should not be tolerated. ❌

Food thief gets what she deserves. NTA wins the day

Controlling behavior or justifiable concern?

Girlfriend’s food obsession needs therapy, not just a lock

Is biting every piece a sign of dominance or disorder?

Curious about girlfriend’s background sparks debate over Afghan identity

Her behavior is bizarre and worrying, reconsider the relationship

Woman defends against girlfriend’s food theft, calls out behavior
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Cake thief exposed, fridge locked!

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Concerned commenter checks on missing fridge owner ❓

Is childhood food insecurity to blame for girlfriend’s behavior?
