Victoria Police have charged a 40-year-old man with theft and burglary after dozens of the globally sought-after Labubu dolls were recovered during a property search in a Melbourne suburb.
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During the search, Australian police recovered 43 of the sought-after Labubu dolls, the collectible plush creatures known for their distinctive googly eyes and pointy teeth.
The seized haul, which included several limited-edition figures valued at an estimated A$500 (US$325) each, had a collective worth of around US$9,000.
Authorities allege that the toys were stolen during four separate burglaries at a shopping centre in central Melbourne starting in July.
The 40-year-old was charged with four counts of burglary and two counts of theft. He is due to appear in court in May.
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Labubus have become a global sensation. The furry monsters are both cute and creepy in appearance, and their popularity has been fuelled by influencers on TikTok and Instagram who film themselves unboxing mystery packages containing the toys.