Milford ShopRite Workers Test Positive For Coronavirus

MILFORD, CT — ShopRite of Milford said on social media that employees at the store tested positive for the new coronavirus. Officials didn't reveal how many employees tested positive. One ShopRite of Shelton employee also tested positive for the coronavirus.

"The impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the community of Milford has been felt by us all," the company wrote. "Many of us know a friend, family member or co-worker who has been affected. The same holds true at the ShopRite of Milford, where members of our work family – the associates who provide essential services every day – have reported confirmed cases of COVID-19."

After ShopRite Milford announced the news on Facebook, people said they were informed that between six and eight staff members tested positive. ShopRite officials responded to the comments but didn't address specific numbers. They stressed that they have been in contact with the local health department and have adhered to all CDC protocols.

"You should know that ShopRite is prepared and has implemented the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommended protocols to reduce the spread of the virus, including:
• Making sure the diagnosed associate is no longer in the workplace
• Asking colleagues who may have been in close contact with that person to self-quarantine for a period of 14 days
• Implementing deep cleaning procedures including sanitizing all workspaces used by the associate and common areas
• Taking extra steps to deep clean and sanitize food contact surfaces and high-touch areas throughout all our stores while promoting social distancing and putting up Plexiglas shields to provide a measure of protection to our associates and customers. To learn more about these measures, please visit http://facts.wakefern.com.

"It’s important that you know we remain committed to transparency, and we think sharing this information with you is the right thing to do," officials said. "We also feel it’s important to protect the privacy of our hardworking colleagues; should we learn of additional associates who have been affected, we’ll continue to implement the CDC protocols.

"For nearly 75 years, ShopRite has played an important role during times of crisis and, once again, we see our customers – many of whom are also our friends and neighbors – turning to us for the food and supplies they need. While we can’t predict the evolution of this unpredictable challenge that Milford is facing, please know we are doing everything we can to protect the health and safety of our associates and customers while continuing to serve the community we all call home."