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Valentine's Day Break-In at Asian American's Home Sparks Hate Crime Probe

2/20/2026

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A break-in at Kristi Cook's Los Angeles home, known as Spill Sesh, on Valentine’s Day is under a hate crime investigation by the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD).
Thieves smashed a Buddha statue during the break-in.
Cook, an Asian American, has discussed her racial identity and the importance of representation.
In 2024, Los Angeles reported the highest hate crime total in 44 years.
No arrests have been made in Cook's case.

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Story summary

A break-in at Kristi Cook's Los Angeles home, known as Spill Sesh, on Valentine’s Day is under a hate crime investigation by the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD).
Thieves smashed a Buddha statue during the break-in.
Cook, an Asian American, has discussed her racial identity and the importance of representation.
In 2024, Los Angeles reported the highest hate crime total in 44 years.
No arrests have been made in Cook's case.