Bikini Beans Coffee responds to the death of a raunchy customer

Bikini Bean Coffee has released a statement after an employee was filmed Nautica Malone without pants on a thoroughfare in Tempe, Arizona. TMZ reports that the video quickly went viral and Malone later injured himself. Nautica Malone reportedly died on Saturday, January 11, from an alleged self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head New York Daily News.

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Bikini Beans Coffee speaks out after customer’s death

Bikini Beans Coffee shared a message on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, January 14, in response to the death of Nautica Malone. The java shop chain prayed for Malone’s family but stressed that protecting its employees remains its top priority.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with those affected during this difficult time. This was an unfortunate and tragic situation. As a company, the safety of our employees is always our top priority. In this case, a person decided 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 information about Nautica Malone and the Bikini Beans viral incident

Nautica Malone’s death came just days after the drive-thru incident at Bikini Beans Coffee. According to TMZ, Malone arrived at the drive-thru without pants and an employee noticed he wasn’t wearing any clothes when he took his order. The employee then alerted the manager when Malone appeared at the window naked from the waist down.

The manager allegedly recorded a video of him at the drive-thru window while he performed a sexual act. The video was later shared on social media, leading to allegations of inappropriate behavior against Malone. According to the Maricopa County Medical Examiner, following the backlash, Malone reportedly drove to Goodyear, Arizona and took his own life with a firearm. TMZ also reported that on the night of Malone’s death, his family showed up at the cafe and confronted the staff. The family claimed Malone’s suicide was a direct result of the drive-thru incident.

Social media reactions

Instagram user @therealafia.b wrote: “No, why did he even feel like it was okay?”

Instagram user @sasha.johnston.735 wrote: “You will not blame this lady for filming this man exposing himself to staff and masturbating himself.”

While Instagram users @jasii_so_chocolate wrote: “The fact that the company supports the employee is everything!”

Then Instagram user @casamigo.papi wrote: “Even if what he did was absolutely wrong, it would have been perfectly fine to call the police. Not everything has to go on social media.”

Another Instagram user @lapebbsss wrote: “It’s crazy that you all defend the man who drives up without pants.”

Instagram user @lolowiththefro wrote: “You literally can’t just drive up naked. Everywhere. Not even a swingers club.”

While another Instagram user @macin.tash wrote: “Bikinis do not mean sexual assault is welcome.”

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

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