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Chaos Erupts at Ontario Costco During Pokémon Card Release

4/16/2026

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Story summary

The incident occurred at a Costco in Mississauga, Ontario, during the Prismatic Evolutions drop on April 15, 2026.
A crowd of about 30–40 gathered as tensions rose after someone spilled coffee on a cart of boxes that was struck by a car, scattering the cards.
Video footage shows chaos as police arrived.
The incident follows a pattern of violence linked to Pokémon card releases, with prior disturbances elsewhere.

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Story summary

The incident occurred at a Costco in Mississauga, Ontario, during the Prismatic Evolutions drop on April 15, 2026.
A crowd of about 30–40 gathered as tensions rose after someone spilled coffee on a cart of boxes that was struck by a car, scattering the cards.
Video footage shows chaos as police arrived.
The incident follows a pattern of violence linked to Pokémon card releases, with prior disturbances elsewhere.