A Pokémon card store in Manhattan (New York City) was robbed at gunpoint, with three masked individuals entering during a community event and making off with over $116,000 worth of rare cards and other items. The thieves used hammers to smash the glass display cases and threatened those present.

Among the stolen cards were rare specimens depicting characters such as Treecko, Charizard, Pikachu, and Ho-Oh, dating from between 1999 and 2016. Despite the shock of the crime, the highlight was the response from the local community: fans, artists, and nearby businesses rallied to help clean and repair the store, offering emotional support and free services—a reflection of how collectible culture transcends financial value and brings people together.

📍 The investigation continues and the suspects have not yet been apprehended.