Rats were caught on camera scurrying and hanging from Morrisons shopping carts, causing a customer to express disgust. The video captured a sizable rat climbing atop a metal cage outside Morrisons Daily on Househillwood Road in Nitshill, Glasgow, on February 24.

Another rodent was seen swiftly moving along the pavement and entering the cage from the bottom. The shopping cart was situated on the sidewalk outside the store, amidst scattered boxes and litter on the ground.

The disturbing scene left a customer feeling unwell, leading him to vow not to shop at that particular store anymore, as reported by GlasgowLive. He expressed concern about rats roaming around near the store entrance, highlighting the potential contamination of food and drink items. Many others took to social media to voice their complaints, with one person noting the pervasive presence of rats.

Following the incident, Morrisons initiated an investigation upon being made aware of the situation earlier in the week. The supermarket chain promptly took action and is actively probing the matter.

A Morrisons spokesperson emphasized the company’s commitment to food safety and hygiene, stating that immediate steps were taken upon learning of an isolated issue at Morrisons Daily Nitshill. The supermarket is thoroughly investigating the incident and implementing appropriate measures to address the situation.

In a separate report by Glasgow Live, it was revealed that rats continue to be a problem on the city streets, with the rodent population on the rise for nearly the seventh consecutive year. Data from a Freedom of Information Request showed an increase in rat reports, both inside residences and on streets, from the previous year.

Meanwhile, a pest controller highlighted the growing rat problem on UK streets, attributing it to the abundance of food waste. According to Mick Muldoon of Pestforce in north London, the reduction in bin collections from once a week to once a fortnight has led to increased food waste attracting rodents. He warned that birds of prey circling a garden could indicate a rat presence below, emphasizing the clever and adaptable nature of rats in urban environments.