Bikini bean coffee reacts to the death of an obscene customer

Bikini bean coffee issued a statement after a staff member filmed it Nautica Malone not wearing pants at the drive-through in Tempe, Arizona. TMZ reported that the video quickly went viral and that Malone later self-harmed. According to information from the investigative agency, Nautica Malone is believed to have died on Saturday, January 11, from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. New York Daily News.

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Bikini Bean Coffee speaks out after the death of a customer

Bikini Bean Coffee shared a message above X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, January 14, in response to the passing of Nautica Malone. The java chain offered prayers for the Malone family but emphasized that protecting employees remains their top priority.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the individuals involved during this difficult time. This is an unfortunate and tragic situation. As a company, the safety of our employees is always our top priority. In this case, an individual chose to commit a crime at one of our locations. We take incidents like this very seriously and remain committed to protecting our team and maintaining a safe and respectful environment. Thank you for your continued support.

More on Nautica Malone & Viral Incident at Bikini Beans

Nautica Malone’s death occurred just days after the incident at Bikini Beans Coffee. According to TMZ, Malone arrived at the drive-thru without pants and an employee noticed his lack of clothing while taking the order. The employee then alerted the manager when Malone appeared naked in the window from the waist down.

Allegedly, the manager videotaped him at the driver’s window as he engaged in sex acts. The video was later shared on social media, sparking accusations of inappropriate behavior against Malone. After the backlash, Malone allegedly drove to Goodyear, Arizona, and shot himself, according to the Maricopa County Medical Examiner. TMZ also reported that on the night of Malone’s death, his family was at the coffee shop and confronted the employees. The family believes that Malone’s suicide was a direct result of the drive-by.

Reaction on social networks

Instagram User @therealafia.b wrote, “No, why did he feel like it was okay in the first place?”

Instagram User @sasha.johnston.735 wrote, “You wouldn’t blame that woman for recording this man exposing and pleasuring himself with the staff.”

While Instagram users @jasii_so_chocolate wrote, “It’s everything that the company supports its employees!”

Then Instagram user @casamigo.papi wrote, “Even if his actions were wrong, it’s okay to call the Police. Not everything needs to be on social media.”

Another Instagram user @lapebbsss wrote, “All of you defending the man without his pants pulled up are CRAZY.”

Instagram User @lolwiththefro wrote, “You can’t really just pull up naked. Wherever. There wasn’t even a swingers club.”

While another Instagram user @macin.tash wrote, “Wearing a bikini does not mean that sexual assault is welcome.”

Finally, Instagram user @boolinbharity wrote, “It is not right for the family to blame the cafe for his actions. The choices you make today will shape your world tomorrow.”

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