Summary
Police in Victorville, California, arrested Hector Corona Villanueva for placing a teddy bear made to look like human skin at a gas station, causing a public scare. The bear was examined and found to be a prank with no human body parts, but it led to a brief investigation and temporary closure of the gas station.
Key Facts
- Hector Corona Villanueva was arrested in Victorville, California, for leaving a teddy bear that resembled human skin at a gas station.
- The bear prompted a police investigation and examination by a coroner, but it was found to be a prank.
- The incident caused concern among locals, some fearing the presence of a serial killer.
- The teddy bear was placed at the AMPM service station on Bear Valley Road.
- Police responded after a witness reported the suspicious object on Sunday afternoon.
- Robert Kelly, an artist from South Carolina, claimed he made the bear and sold it to a buyer in Victorville.
- Kelly stated he was unaware of the buyer's intentions and specializes in creating horror-themed art for Halloween and films.
- The San Bernardino County Sheriff's office did not provide a motive, and investigations are ongoing.
