Bikini bean coffee made a statement after the shooting of an employee Nautica Malone No pants in Tempe, Arizona. TMZ reports that the video quickly went viral, and Malone later self-harmed. Nautica Malone reportedly died of a gunshot wound to the head on Saturday, January 11. New York Daily News.
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Bikini Bean Speaks Out After Death of Coffee Customer
Bikini Beans Coffee shared a message X (formerly Twitter) in response to the death of Nautica Malone on Tuesday, January 14th. The Java store chain offered its prayers to Malone's family, but stressed that protecting its employees remains their top priority.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the person involved at this difficult time. It was a sad and tragic situation. As a company, employee safety is always our priority. In this case, a person chose to commit a crime at one of our locations. We take incidents like this very seriously and are committed to protecting our team and maintaining a safe and respectful environment. Thank you for your continued support.”
More About Nautica Malone and Bikini Bean's Viral Incident
Nautica Malone's death comes days after the incident at Bikini Beans Coffee. According to TMZ, Malone arrived at the drive-thru without pants, and an employee took his order and noticed that he was not. Later, when Malone appeared in the window, naked from the waist down, the manager was alerted.
The manager allegedly filmed her having sex through the car window. The video, which was later shared on social media, led to accusations of misconduct against Malone. According to the Maricopa County Medical Examiner's Office, after the reaction, Malone drove to Goodyear, Arizona, and killed himself with a firearm. TMZ also reported that Malone's family came to the coffee shop the night she died and confronted the staff. The family claimed that Malone's suicide was the direct result of a car accident.
Social Media Reactions
Instagram user @therealafia.b wrote, “No, why did he think it good to do it in the first place?
Instagram user @sasha.johnston.735 wrote, “You won't blame the lady who taped this guy HIRING AND SPEAKING to the staff.”
Instagram user @jasii_so_chocolate wrote, “Company support for the employee is everything!β
Then Instagram user @casamigo.papi wrote, “Although his actions were completely wrong, it would be a good idea to call the police. Not everything needs to go to social media.”
Another Instagram user @lapebbsss wrote, “It is CRAZY for you to defend a man with no pants on.β
Instagram user @lolowiththefro wrote, “You literally can't pull up naked. Everywhere. Not even a swingers club.”
Another Instagram user @macin.tash wrote, “Bikinis do not mean sexual harassment is welcome.”
Finally, Instagram user @boolinbharity wrote, “It is wrong for the family to blame the tea shop for his actions. The choices you make today shape your world tomorrow.β
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