Pokémon Scalper Hides Overnight In Best Buy To Nab Cards
Kotaku • • technology
Key Points:
- A man was caught hiding inside a Pasadena Best Buy overnight, apparently waiting to be first in line for a new Pokémon card release.
- Local law enforcement responded to a tip and arrested the man before the store opened, preventing him from buying the cards.
- The incident highlights ongoing issues with scalpers who disrupt the Pokémon community by creating a toxic and costly environment.
- While scalpers are generally criticized for their negative impact, this particular case drew some amusement due to the man's extreme and unusual tactics.
