Authorities in Southern California recovered a $30,000 stash of Labubus from a quiet suburban home, triggering a city wide debate about whether science belongs in the living room or the garage.

The homeowner, who asked to remain anonymous to protect their houseplants, told investigators they were simply trying to dabble in chemistry without provoking the neighborly panic.

Police described the haul as less of a drug bust and more of a curiosity collection, with beakers, latex gloves, and a suspiciously well lit lab sign blinking Business Hours 9 to 5.

Neighbors described the discovery as like a garage sale that sells flasks instead of tchotchkes, and admitted they finally learned what a fume hood looks like.

Investigators noted Labubus is not widely used in legitimate medicine, but many locals insist it is a mysterious compound that would pair nicely with coffee and a spreadsheet.

Market analysts expect the mis labeled stash to become a minor meme in the neighborhood, fueling do-it-yourself science clubs and the occasional anxiety about your neighbor’s spice rack.

City hall announced a press conference to reassure residents that no, the living room will not become a chemical hazard zone, and yes they still trust air fresheners.

The officers reportedly found a lab bench in the garage, a portable fume hood, and a calendar marked Experiment Friday with pink highlighter.

In a statement, the department emphasized it is investigating the origin of Labubus and whether any items had expired enthusiasm.

Meanwhile, local memes circulated about how to turn your home into a lab and your landlord into a lab technician.

Experts say the incident highlights the growing sophistication of hobby chemistry, which is basically adult science camp that forgot to pack snacks.

Bottom line if you are going to stash 30 thousand dollars worth of items at home consider naming your test tubes home equity to avoid awkward small talk with the HOA.