Simsbury Police Issue Statement on Clown Hysteria

SIMSBURY, CT — Local police have issued a statement pertaining to the recent clown hysteria that is sweeping the nation.

"Many schools in communities across the state and country are experiencing threats through social media involving clowns. The social media posts refer to a serial killer clown who killed children in the 1960s. Naugatuck, New Haven and Simsbury are a few of the communities that have been mentioned. Social media posts surfaced [Tuesday] about clowns arriving at the Simsbury High School on Wednesday.

The Police Department and Public Schools are aware of the posts. Although the threats are not considered credible, the posts are taken very seriously and will be investigated thoroughly by the Police Department.
There will be an increase in police presence at the schools and heightened awareness by police and school personnel.

If you have any information about the posts, please contact Simsbury Police Detectives at (860) 658-3145."

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