By Tim Binnall
A bizarre Google Maps photo that went viral over the weekend appears to show a knife-wielding clown lurking in a doorway, but the true nature of the haunting harlequin turns out to be not all that scary. The peculiar picture, reportedly taken in Montreal, spread like wildfire online over the last few days after someone noticed the eerie figure hanging around a basement entrance in the image. The unnerving individual appears to be dressed in full clown regalia and is holding a blood-covered knife in his hand.
Many observers marveled at how the person managed to find their way into the picture and wondered if it was merely a coincidence or some kind of well-crafted prank from a very dedicated clown. The mystery was soon solved, however, when it was determined that the strange sight was actually just an 'evil clown' door decoration that is available at most party stores. One can only imagine what the homeowner must think of their simple Halloween display inadvertently becoming something of a brief sensation thanks to the popular mapping service.