Seven People ‘Dead by ISIS’ in Local Attack
A new fake news generator capitalized on fabricated local stories by creating false rumors of deadly ISIS attacks in multiple locations.
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HIV-Infected Needle Attacks
Decades-old rumor holds that madmen are jabbing unsuspecting moviegoers with HIV-infected needles.
Did a Rammed Car Cause a Pregnancy?
An amorous couple engaged in a parked car were rammed from behind by another vehicle, leading to an unplanned pregnancy and a lawsuit.
The Boyfriend’s Death
Was the boyfriend who went for gasoline murdered by a madman?
Home Intruder Poses as Clown Statue
Remember this tale about a babysitter who makes an unfortunate discovery?
The Babysitter and the Man Upstairs
A babysitter receives mysterious, threatening phone calls.
DreamWeaverGrey Warning
Online alert warns that someone using the screen name 'DreamWeaverGrey' is luring women to their deaths over the Internet.
Killer’s Reflection
Wet footprints behind the sofa prove that a teen babysitter barely escaped from a knife-wielding intruder.
Hairy-Armed Hitchhiker
A helpful male stranger begging a ride at a shopping mall turns out to be a crazed killer.
Webkinz Murderer
Are children's Webkinz being murdered online?
Sugar in the Gas Tank
Will putting sugar in the gas tank ruin a car engine?
The Roommate’s Death
Coed who remains in dorms over holidays discovers her roommate has been murdered.
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