# Cat in the Hat Trend Sparks Police Alert | California News

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Podcast: [California News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/california-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7610473)
Published: 2026-09-13T16:19:03+00:00
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## Resource

Baldwin Park police are urgently investigating a chilling new social media trend featuring AI-generated “Cat in the Hat” images used to threaten students, staff, and schools — with some teens already arrested. The disturbing posts, now spreading even to Canada, include real-life incidents like a costumed chase, prompting authorities to warn the public: don’t engage or share — screenshot and report any threats immediately. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://ktla.com/news/local-news/police-aware-of-cat-in-the-hat-trend-targeting-southern-california-school-community/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/366dfe243628760c Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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