Target is pulling clown masks from its shelves just weeks before Halloween, and honestly, can you blame them? If you were planning to don a clown costume this spooky season, you might want to reconsider. Recent reports of creepy clowns causing mayhem have led Target to believe that selling these masks could be a bad idea this year.
Across the nation, there have been numerous unsettling stories of clowns attempting to lure children into the woods or chasing them down dark alleyways. It’s enough to send anyone running for the hills—seriously, I’m not in great shape, and if I happen to have a heart attack on Halloween, my ghost will definitely haunt anyone dressed as a clown and steal their candy.
In a statement to the Los Angeles Times, Target spokesperson Evan Richards mentioned, “Given the current environment, we have made the decision to remove a variety of clown masks from our assortment, both in stores and online.” However, don’t fret too much—while the “creepy” clown masks are off the market, you can still snag a child-sized clown costume or a “sexy clown” outfit if that’s more your style. Yay for options!
Some critics might argue that Target is being overly cautious, but let’s face it: 2016 has been a wild ride, and the clown crisis has pushed us over the edge. Brad Thompson from Halloween Emporium noted that clown costume sales have surged over 300% compared to last year. In fact, eight out of the top ten clown masks this season are of the “evil” variety, compared to just five last year. It makes you wonder why we still need warnings like “Shampoo is not for drinking” and “Do not iron clothes while wearing them”—it’s clearly because of people who decide that dressing as an evil clown is a good idea.
If you’re still bent on dressing up in an evil clown costume, consider brushing up on your state’s concealed carry laws—that’s a little safety tip just for you. While there are still plenty of creepy clown costumes available at other retailers, for the love of free candy night, don’t ruin Halloween for the kids. They want to enjoy the night, and we want to enjoy the spoils after they go to bed, stuffing our faces with all their Twix bars while binge-watching our favorite shows.
So, let’s not mess this up, folks. Listen to Target—they have our best interests at heart and some cute home decor too.
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Summary:
Target has decided to pull creepy clown masks from its stores just weeks before Halloween due to a rise in unsettling reports of clowns causing chaos across the country. While some might see this as an overreaction, the sales of clown costumes have surged dramatically, with a significant increase in “evil” clown masks this season. Target’s decision aims to prioritize the safety and enjoyment of Halloween for families.