Barista Fired for Serving Sheriff’s Deputy Coffee Cup Featuring Pig Drawing
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A Starbucks barista in Norwalk, California, has been terminated after handing a Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputy a coffee cup adorned with a pig illustration. This incident has sparked significant attention and controversy, leading to an internal investigation by the coffee giant.
The deputy, Brandon Longoria, received the cup while on duty during a 16-hour shift. The drawing, which was meant to be a light-hearted gesture among staff, was mistakenly given to a customer. Starbucks clarified that the illustration was intended to uplift employees and was not meant for public distribution.
In response to the incident, Starbucks stated, “This was unacceptable. We have reached out to the customer several times and leaders in the Sheriff’s Department to apologize.” The company emphasized its respect for law enforcement and its commitment to addressing the situation swiftly.
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Starbucks terminated an employee after Deputy Brandon Longoria received a coffee cup with a pig illustration at the Norwalk, Calif., location during his shift. (Google Maps / Google Maps)
The company has also stated that it took immediate steps to rectify the situation within the store. “We immediately launched an investigation and are taking swift action to address this,” a spokesperson added. The drawing, which has become a popular meme, was described as “never intended to be delivered to any customer, and it should not have been,” according to the spokesperson.
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A Starbucks barista who gave a Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputy a coffee cup with a pig drawn on it has been fired, the company confirmed. Starbucks said the decision followed an internal investigation and that the drawing was meant to uplift employees. (Angus Mordant/Bloomberg via Getty Images / Getty Images)
The pig illustration, known as “John Pork,” is a popular internet meme often used in humorous or satirical contexts. Longoria later expressed his disappointment on social media, describing the incident as “discouraging and disrespectful.” He had simply stopped in for a caffeine boost but left feeling uneasy instead.
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“All I wanted was caffeine, but instead I left feeling uneasy,” Longoria reportedly wrote online. (Business Wire/Starbucks)
The Association for Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs has also expressed disappointment regarding the incident. In a statement, they emphasized the importance of ensuring that every customer feels welcome in Starbucks locations. Richard Pippin, president of the union, stated, “We hope this was an isolated incident and not reflective of the community values upon which Starbucks was founded.”
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Starbucks reiterated its commitment to ensuring that all customers feel welcome and respected in its stores, stating, “Every customer should always be made to feel welcome in our stores.”
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A Starbucks barista in Norwalk, California, has been terminated after handing a Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputy a coffee cup adorned with a pig illustration. This incident has sparked significant attention and controversy, leading to an internal investigation by the coffee giant.
The deputy, Brandon Longoria, received the cup while on duty during a 16-hour shift. The drawing, which was meant to be a light-hearted gesture among staff, was mistakenly given to a customer. Starbucks clarified that the illustration was intended to uplift employees and was not meant for public distribution.
In response to the incident, Starbucks stated, “This was unacceptable. We have reached out to the customer several times and leaders in the Sheriff’s Department to apologize.” The company emphasized its respect for law enforcement and its commitment to addressing the situation swiftly.
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Starbucks terminated an employee after Deputy Brandon Longoria received a coffee cup with a pig illustration at the Norwalk, Calif., location during his shift. (Google Maps / Google Maps)
The company has also stated that it took immediate steps to rectify the situation within the store. “We immediately launched an investigation and are taking swift action to address this,” a spokesperson added. The drawing, which has become a popular meme, was described as “never intended to be delivered to any customer, and it should not have been,” according to the spokesperson.
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A Starbucks barista who gave a Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputy a coffee cup with a pig drawn on it has been fired, the company confirmed. Starbucks said the decision followed an internal investigation and that the drawing was meant to uplift employees. (Angus Mordant/Bloomberg via Getty Images / Getty Images)
The pig illustration, known as “John Pork,” is a popular internet meme often used in humorous or satirical contexts. Longoria later expressed his disappointment on social media, describing the incident as “discouraging and disrespectful.” He had simply stopped in for a caffeine boost but left feeling uneasy instead.
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“All I wanted was caffeine, but instead I left feeling uneasy,” Longoria reportedly wrote online. (Business Wire/Starbucks)
The Association for Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs has also expressed disappointment regarding the incident. In a statement, they emphasized the importance of ensuring that every customer feels welcome in Starbucks locations. Richard Pippin, president of the union, stated, “We hope this was an isolated incident and not reflective of the community values upon which Starbucks was founded.”
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Starbucks reiterated its commitment to ensuring that all customers feel welcome and respected in its stores, stating, “Every customer should always be made to feel welcome in our stores.”
