West Yorkshire Police has joined other forces in speaking out against the so called clown craze.
Assistant Chief Constable Mark Milsom said: "We are becoming increasingly concerned about the current clown craze involving people dressing up as clowns to try and frighten others.”
"West Yorkshire Police are continuing to receive reports of "clown incidents". Public safety is our priority and we are concerned that one of these incidents may lead to a young or elderly person being harmed, possibly seriously injured.”
"While some might view this as a prank there is potential for serious unforeseen consequences.”
West Yorkshire Police warned it would take robust action to arrest and prosecute those involved.
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