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Burglary at Labubu Store: Thieves Make Off with Thousands in Valuable Viral Dolls in Los Angeles

In Los Angeles, a gang of masked burglars made off with a significant haul of Labubu plush dolls, worth thousands of dollars, from a local store. This popularity surge is attributed to the creation of the irresistible, fuzzy toy monsters by Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung this year.

Burglary at Labubu Store: Thieves make off with viral dolls valued in the thousands from Los...
Burglary at Labubu Store: Thieves make off with viral dolls valued in the thousands from Los Angeles shop

Burglary at Labubu Store: Thieves Make Off with Thousands in Valuable Viral Dolls in Los Angeles

In a shocking turn of events, a group of masked thieves made off with thousands of dollars worth of rare Labubu plush dolls from One Stop Sales, an LA resale shop. The crime was captured on camera, showing the thieves ransacking the store in the early hours of Wednesday morning.

Created by Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung and Chinese retailer Pop Mart, the Labubu plush doll has become a popular and valuable commodity. Its high demand is evident from the prices listed on the store's website, with some dolls going for up to $500. The stolen Labubu plush dolls had an estimated value of around $30,000 or more.

The theft has dealt a significant blow to the business, according to Joanna Avendano, co-owner of One Stop Sales. The thieves entered the store by smashing through the front door, making a spectacle of their heist. One Stop Sales shared footage of the theft on their Instagram account, asking for help in finding the culprits.

Authorities are currently investigating the burglary at One Stop Sales. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is on the case, and while no further information about the thieves is available, the stolen Toyota Tacoma used in the getaway was later recovered.

The Labubu plush doll has gained attention from celebrities such as Rihanna, BLACKPINK's Lisa, and Dua Lipa. Its rise has been covered in an article titled "The rise of Labubu: Meet the quirky collectables taking over social media."

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