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Man Arrested After SKIMS' West Hollywood Store Defaced With Graffiti

Deputies say a bystander’s early-morning call led to a felony vandalism arrest at the Kim Kardashian brand’s storefront.

Overview

  • The West Hollywood Sheriff's Station says it learned of the vandalism around 5 a.m. PT after a bystander reported the tagging.
  • An unidentified man was arrested on suspicion of felony vandalism, with damage estimated at more than $400.
  • Photos showed black-word graffiti including the phrases "we need that" and "Kimmy Bread" covering the store's white walls.
  • The graffiti was removed quickly and the store reopened on schedule, according to the reports.
  • Kardashian's team plans to speak with investigators, as coverage notes SKIMS' roughly $5 billion valuation and expanding retail presence.