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Daily Record
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Man arrested as creepy teddy bear feared to be wrapped in human skin horrifies locals
The chillingly-realistic toy was left outside a petrol station in San Bernardino County, California - leading to multiple reports to the local police from concerned members of the public A macabre teddy bear fashioned from what appeared to be "human skin" sparked a police operation in San Bernardino County, California, after it was abandoned outside a petrol station on Bear Valley Road, Victorville, causing alarm among locals. Local police cordoned off the scene as they investigated the eerily lifelike serial killer-themed toy, only to discover that it was actually crafted from latex, rather than human flesh. 23-year-old Corona Villanueva was apprehended following the incident. It is believed he acquired the prop from horror movie specialists Dark Seed Creations and now faces charges for 'causing the report of an emergency while knowing it to be false' and 'intentionally and wrongfully planting evidence to falsely present as real'. A spokesperson for the police commented on the matter, stating: "Incidents such as this take up valuable emergency resources and put the public at risk, possibly delaying response time to legitimate calls for service. We would like to thank those that reported information that was helpful during the investigation of this case." Meanwhile, Robert Kelly, the artist behind the "Human skin teddy bears" sold on Etsy, couldn't contain his astonishment on Facebook, exclaiming: "I cant make this s*** up!," and sharing with his followers: "One of my skin teddy bears has apparently been involved in a prank that brought police attention! This is f*****g wild!". Scores of enthusiasts took to social media to laud his antics, suggesting that the escapade could well catapult him into the limelight – and perhaps significantly boost sales for the $165.00 (around £122) product. Currently, these bears are marked as "sold out" on Robert's Etsy shop. Robert offers an array of sinister items on his page, including a 'skin vest', a selection of Halloween masks, and a chilling lampshade homage to the infamous murderer Ed Gein. Speaking to People magazine, Robert revealed he had recently sold one of the bears to a patron in the San Bernardino region: "Our work is pretty easily recognisable, and people were sending the articles (about the incident) left and right. "I looked, and sure enough it was the bear I sent out last week," Mr Kelly confided to People magazine. "Every artist wants credit [for] their work, so I said 'I made that', and haven't been able to catch up with messages since." He clarified that he was completely unaware of the purchaser's plans to create havoc: "I did not have any knowledge of the [buyer's] intentions nor was I involved in a prank on the other side of the nation from me," he declared on Facebook. Nonetheless, in a chat with ABC News, the artist admitted he was somewhat basking in the unexpected fame: "I guess I'd probably be lying if I said I wasn't enjoying it a little bit. "You know, I'm an independent artist, so you know, I know what starving artist life feels like. So, a little attention is sometimes good regardless of not being able to condone whatever."
CTV News
a day ago
- CTV News
Teddy bear with alleged human skin sparks investigation, seller says it was a ‘prank': report
DarkSeed Creations says its 'human skin teddy bear,' made from latex, was used in a California prank that drew media attention. (DarkSeed Creations via Etsy) The discovery of a teddy bear wrapped in what looked like human skin has sparked a police investigation in Southern California, a local news outlet reported. San Bernardino County investigators arrived outside an AMPM convenience store in Victorville, Calif., at around noon Sunday following reports of human remains, according to KTLA, which covers Los Angeles and the Southern California region, in an online article. Victorville is about a 1.5-hour drive northeast of Los Angeles. 'A coroner investigator has taken possession of the object, and the investigation is continuing,' Mara Rodriguez, a public information officer for the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department, was quoted as saying in the report. The sheriff's department didn't immediately respond Monday to request for comment and more information. DarkSeed Creations, an Etsy shop specializing in horror culture and special effects, said in a Facebook post Sunday that one of its 'skin bears' was used in a prank, referring to a news report about the incident. A person posting for DarkSeed Creations said they shipped the bear to Victorville, Calif. last week and 'did not have any knowledge of the buyers (sic) intentions nor was I involved in a prank on the other side of the nation from me.'
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Teddy bear made of human-like skin found on California sidewalk sparks probe
A bizarre teddy bear that appeared to be made out of human skin was found on a sidewalk in California, alarming both residents and local authorities. Officials have launched an investigation, though it's now believed the disturbing find was likely part of an elaborate prank, according to a New York Post report. All the pieces on the teddy bear appeared to be sewn with disturbing precision and looked almost as if someone had intentionally attached pieces of skin to it(Etsy/ DarkSeedCreations) The grim discovery took place around noon on Sunday in San Bernardino County, after someone reported what they believed were human remains outside a nearby convenience store on Bear Valley Road, according to local reports. Also Read: Why is Annabelle doll on US tour? Interesting facts about 'haunted' doll and 'Devils on the Run' Teddy bear had human-like skin When police arrived, they initially thought they were looking at an ordinary teddy bear, except it was covered in highly unusual, leathery, human-like skin. The bear had a stitched-on nose and lips, along with hollow spaces where eyes would typically be. All the pieces appeared to be sewn on with disturbing precision and looked almost as if someone had intentionally attached pieces of skin to the bear. KTLA reports that police sectioned off the area just outside the store while they investigated. DarkSeedCreations store takes responsibility As word spread, an Etsy shop called 'DarkSeedCreations' stepped forward and claimed responsibility for the creepy creation, saying it was a handmade prop sold online. The shop's owner posted on Facebook, 'Yes I made the bear in the news video. Yes that's my etsy shop screenshotted on [the] news articles. Yes I did ship that bear to an etsy customer in Victorville CA last week. Yes you can still order one too. No I did not have any knowledge of the buyers intentions nor was I involved in a prank on the other side of the nation from me.' Also Read: A woman in Wisconsin is making dolls that look just like the child they're meant for Store specializes in strange and horror-themed art pieces DarkSeedCreations, which has a 4.5-star rating on Etsy, specializes in strange and horror-themed art pieces. Their catalog includes items like neckties decorated with faces and a $100 'human' leather baseball cap. The product listing for the teddy bear reads: 'Medium sized teddy bear covered in random sections of skin. Perfect for snuggling or hiding in someone's bed, each bear is a original design.' Other items in the shop include fake eggs with eyeballs inside, a 'fetal skeleton baroque frame,' and a toy alphabet block topped with a penis, labeled 'c–kblock.' According to Etsy, the shop has been in business for eight years.
Newsweek
2 days ago
- Newsweek
Teddy Bear Wrapped in 'Human Skin' Discovered: What We Know
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Law enforcement is investigating a teddy bear found outside a California gas station encased in what looks like human skin. The item, described by witnesses as grotesque and alarming, was found at a bus stop near the entrance of the ARCO/AMPM station on Bear Valley Road in Victorville, and reported to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department (SBCSD). SBCSD Public Information Officer Mara Rodriguez told the press: "A coroner investigator has taken possession of the object, and the investigation is continuing." South Carolina-based artist Robert Kelly—who goes by the name DarkSeedCreations and sells toys wrapped in a skin-like exterior on Etsy—has claimed responsibility for the bear saying: "Yes I made the bear in the news video." He added that he was not involved in leaving the bear at the bus stop. SBCSD and DarkSeedCreations have been contacted via email for comment. Police tape in Washington DC, on Monday July 7, 2025. This police tape was not at the scene of the teddy bear prank. Police tape in Washington DC, on Monday July 7, 2025. This police tape was not at the scene of the teddy bear prank. Aaron Schwartz/Sipa via AP Images The Context The bear is being investigated by a coroner, but the artist has said his bears are made from latex that looks like human skin. It is unclear at the time of publication if this investigation is ongoing, or if there will be a separate investigation into the person who left the bear at the bus stop. What To Know The bear was discovered on July 13 and then reported to police, who cordoned off the area where it was found. DarkSeedCreations wrote on Facebook to say he had sold a bear to someone in the Victorville area last week, but "did not have any knowledge of the buyers['] intentions." His Facebook page shows a number of disturbing creations, ranging from fake skulls to large creatures covered in what appears to be fake human skin. These works also appear on his Etsy site. Comments under his posts about the prank include "The break you are waiting for" and "At least you're gonna get more business from the article lol." What People Are Saying DarkSeedCreations on Facebook: "Yes I made the bear in the news video. Yes that's my etsy shop screenshotted on [the] news articles. Yes I did ship that bear to an etsy customer in Victorville CA last week. Yes you can still order one too. No I did not have any knowledge of the buyers intentions nor was I involved in a prank on the other side of the nation from me." What Happens Next It is unclear at this time whether the investigation into the teddy bear is ongoing. More than 20 people have this type of teddy bear from DarkSeedCreation's Etsy site in their Etsy baskets.
