and a very creepy smile." A week later on September 29, Phoenix police arrested two teens on charges of committing armed robberies at a local Taco Bell and Domino's while wearing clown masks.

So-called “creepy clown” sightings have spread ... out of a love for children and to simply make people smile. “[Being a clown] gives me such a warm feeling,” Leahy told Global News.

As sightings of creepy clowns spread around the world, a video has emerged of a scary clown in the UK. It's not clear if it's genuine evidence of an ongoing menacing trend or a harmless joke.