Masked Thieves Steal $7K Labubu Dolls From Los Angeles Store

A group of four masked thieves stole approximately $7,000 worth of highly sought-after Labubu collectible dolls from One Stop Sales, a store in La Puente, California, located about 18 miles east of Los Angeles. The suspects used a stolen Toyota Tacoma to break into the store early Wednesday morning, taking all inventory and causing significant damage before fleeing; the vehicle was later recovered by authorities. The Labubu dolls, created by Hong Kong-born artist Kasing Lung, have gained international cult status and viral popularity on platforms like TikTok, with some figures fetching high resale prices online. The theft appears to have been a meticulously planned operation, possibly based on the store's social media announcements about restocking, highlighting the growing criminal interest in collectible toys. Store owners and the community have expressed shock and called for public assistance in locating the suspects, while experts emphasize the need for improved retail security in response to rising thefts in the expanding collectibles market. This incident underscores the challenges retailers face as demand for unique collectibles surges worldwide.