aespa’s KARINA Life-Size Cutout Stolen from Malaysian MLB Store: Theft Video Goes Viral Online

In a bizarre incident making waves across social media, a life-size cutout of aespa’s KARINA was stolen from an MLB retail store in Malaysia. The theft, which was caught on in-store CCTV, quickly spread across various online communities and platforms, sparking intense discussions among K-pop and aespa fans alike.

The footage reveals a man wearing a black hoodie loitering outside the MLB Malaysia store before boldly entering the premises and snatching the KARINA display standee. Despite immediate pursuit by store employees, the thief managed to escape, and his whereabouts remain unknown.

Responding to the rapid online circulation of the theft video, MLB Malaysia released an official statement via its social media accounts: “We are aware of the recent incident involving unauthorized removal of the KARINA standee from one of our stores. We sincerely appreciate the public’s interest and concern.” The company reiterated that all store displays are the property of MLB and intended for everyone’s enjoyment, urging fans to respect the store’s assets. The statement added that the matter remains under internal review.

As the video continues to attract attention online, the incident has reignited conversations around security at retail stores and the fervor surrounding K-pop idols internationally. MLB Malaysia thanked customers for their understanding and ongoing support, while fans hope the standee—and the sense of safety at K-pop merchandise stores—will be swiftly restored.