The Brief
If you're on the hunt for a Labubu doll for your child, be on the lookout for fakes - they come with an urgent warning!
What we know:
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says fake Labubu dolls, also known as "Lafufus," pose a serious risk of choking and death to young children.
The fake dolls are sold as plush figures and keychains that are small enough for a child to put in their mouth and block their airway.
Officials also say they have received reports of "Lafufus" breaking apart early and becoming choking hazards.
In a safety alert issued on Monday, CPS warned consumers "not to buy these knockoff products and to stop using them immediately."
Dig deeper:
CPSC says investigators have requested the seizure of thousands of fake Labubu dolls attempting to make thei