In a bizarre turn of events, a clown resembling Pennywise from Stephen King’s It has been terrorizing the streets of Skelmorlie, a quaint Scottish village. The mischievous figure, known as Cole Deimos, has been leaving red balloons scattered around town, causing a wave of panic among the locals. Pictures and videos capturing the eerie clown lurking in the darkened streets have circulated on social media, only to mysteriously vanish shortly after.
Cole Deimos, who claims to have studied at Clown School, has established a Facebook account to document their antics. In response to accusations of terrifying the community, the clown defiantly issued a “message to the media,” taunting them with a rhyming video. In this chilling footage, the clown questions whether they should pose for the cameras, showcasing their “hideous” grin. While some believe it to be a harmless prank, others remain genuinely frightened.
The Skelmorlie clown’s presence has drawn comparisons to Pennywise, the infamous child-eating clown in Stephen King’s novel. Pennywise stalks the streets of Derry, Maine, every 27 years, preying on innocent children. The character was immortalized by Tim Curry in a 1990 mini-series, followed by Bill Skarsgard’s portrayal in the Hollywood adaptations of 2017 and 2019.
Authorities are not taking the situation lightly, as Police Scotland is reportedly aware of the clown’s online presence. However, the clown seems unfazed, challenging the police to catch them and dismissing the accusations as mere jokes. In a daring statement, the clown even ridicules journalists, claiming they seek neither fame nor fortune but only wish to revel in the chaos they create.
While some residents express concern, others find amusement in the Skelmorlie clown’s antics. Commenters on Facebook praise the clown’s performance, hailing them as the best clown in the village. Pleas for the clown to continue their pranks echo through the comments, with some even admitting to wandering the streets in hopes of encountering the mysterious figure.
As the Skelmorlie clown’s reign of terror continues, the village remains divided between those who fear its presence and those who embrace the thrill of the unknown. Only time will tell if the authorities can apprehend this elusive figure and put an end to the madness, but one thing is for certain – the Skelmorlie clown has left an indelible mark on this sleepy town, teaching its residents the true meaning of fear.
