Labubu doll followers within the Metropolis of Chino can breathe a sigh of aid after native regulation enforcement recovered a bunch of stolen well-liked dolls.

Noticed on Complicated, the Metropolis of Chino Police Division foiled the plans of some Labubu doll thieves seeking to money in on the latest recognition of the dolls, which have grow to be the most well liked purse equipment. 

A launch from Chino PD that includes a photograph of the pickup truck concerned within the heist and the recovered dolls reads: “Detectives not too long ago investigated a housebreaking the place suspects entered a warehouse and stole bins containing extremely sought-after Labubu collectible collectible figurines. This stuff, well-liked in popular culture and sometimes bought for prime costs on-line, had been taken in a number of journeys over a number of days.”

The discharge continues, “Throughout the investigation, a search warrant was served at a residence in Upland. One suspect tried to flee however finally surrendered with out incident. Detectives recovered fourteen bins of stolen merchandise, together with proof indicating the gadgets had been being ready for resale and cargo throughout the nation.”

The discharge ends, “The recovered property, valued at roughly $30,000, was returned to the rightful house owners. Excellent teamwork in bringing this case to a detailed.”

Whew, that’s a sigh of aid proper there. 

When Did Labubu Dolls Grow to be So Standard?

In the event you’re questioning when the dolls turned so well-liked, in accordance with the BBC, all of it started in April 2024 when Okay-pop celebrity Lisa shared pictures of various Labubu dolls on her Instagram account. 

Rihanna was photographed with a Labubu doll on her Louis Vuitton purse again in April, then Kim Kardashian shared {a photograph} of her Labubu doll assortment. 

Now they’re one of many hottest toys/equipment available on the market.