The plush monsters have become a hot commodity this summer, with some limited edition creatures reselling for upwards of $500.

The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is investigating an incident in which thieves stole about $7,000 worth of Labubu dolls, the agency said. The incident took place early Wednesday morning

Labubu dolls feature a distinctive toothy grin and have become sought-after collectibles since their introduction about a decade ago.