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Starbucks Investigates After Deputy Receives Pig-Drawn Cup

1/12/2026

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A Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy received a pig-drawn cup from a Starbucks barista in Norwalk on January 9, prompting backlash from the department.
The deputy described the act as disrespectful after a long shift serving the community.
Sheriff Robert Luna of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department condemned the incident as unacceptable.
Starbucks acknowledged the incident as unacceptable and said it is investigating.
Luna said hostility toward law enforcement undermines community trust and safety.

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A Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy received a pig-drawn cup from a Starbucks barista in Norwalk on January 9, prompting backlash from the department.
The deputy described the act as disrespectful after a long shift serving the community.
Sheriff Robert Luna of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department condemned the incident as unacceptable.
Starbucks acknowledged the incident as unacceptable and said it is investigating.
Luna said hostility toward law enforcement undermines community trust and safety.