Burglary Forces Temporary Closure of Café Coco in Spokane

SPOKANE, Wash. — A local favorite, Café Coco, was forced to close its doors for an entire weekend following a highly disruptive break-in. The incident has left the owner, who is currently hospitalized, feeling completely devastated by the violation of their business.

The burglary occurred overnight, causing substantial physical damage to the property as the perpetrator forced their way inside. In addition to stealing cash reserves and valuable equipment, the intruder left the cafe in disarray, making it impossible for staff to open for business the following morning. The decision to close for the weekend is expected to result in thousands of dollars in lost revenue, compounding the stress of the break-in.

Speaking from a hospital bed where they are recovering from an ongoing illness, the owner of Café Coco shared their heartbreak over the situation, noting how hard the staff has worked to build a welcoming space for the Spokane community. The owner expressed gratitude for the immediate outpouring of support from loyal customers and neighboring businesses.

Local authorities are actively investigating the burglary, analyzing forensic evidence from the scene and collecting surveillance footage from surrounding properties. Community members are planning clean-up efforts and fundraising initiatives to help Café Coco recover from the financial hit and reopen as quickly as possible.