Viral 'Cat in the Hat' TikTok trend sparks fun fake videos but also real fear
The social media posts have prompted police forces in Ireland and the UK to issue statements that the images are fake.
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The social media posts have prompted police forces in Ireland and the UK to issue statements that the images are fake.
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