The 'Can't Have Shit In Detroit' meme originated from a viral Facebook post in 2018 where a user shared a photo of his front porch missing, claiming it was stolen. The phrase quickly evolved into a hyperbolic internet trope used to describe absurdly thorough or impossible thefts, ranging from stairs and toilets to abstract concepts like the sun or the user's digital interface. It satirizes the reputation of Detroit while serving as a versatile template for any situation where something essential or unexpected is suddenly missing. The meme often features a photo of a vacant space where an object should be, accompanied by a caption detailing the theft and the signature punchline.