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Creepy 'Cat in the Hat' trend targets schools as costumed figure allegedly chases teen girl
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Daniel Miller , as published by FOX 9 KMSP (FOX)
· September 14, 2026
· 1 min read
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Authorities report that a disturbing social media trend that has already led to several juvenile arrests. Some posters are using AI-generated, menacing versions of "The Cat in the Hat" to make online threats against local schools and students.
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Key points Some posters are using AI-generated, menacing versions of "The Cat in the Hat" to make online threats against local schools and students. Authorities report that a disturbing social media trend that has already led to several juvenile arrests. More safety Today’s briefing Local events
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What is this story about? Authorities report that a disturbing social media trend that has already led to several juvenile arrests. Some posters are using AI-generated, menacing versions of "The Cat in the Hat" to make online threats against local schools and students.
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