N.J. Cops Urge Against Clown Halloween Costumes After Threats: Patch PM

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N.J. Cops Urge Against Clown Halloween Costumes After Threats

Police in New Jersey say it's not so funny anymore. Some police are warning local kids against dressing up as clowns this Halloween after a rash of clown-related threats and hoaxes have put communities on edge.>>>Read more on Patch.

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