In the quaint town of Heflin, Alabama, Halloween has taken on a new twist this year. Local teenagers from Cleburne County High School have elevated their traditional prank of toilet-papering homes to an elaborate campaign that includes businesses and the Heflin Police Department itself.
Teens Spark a Lighthearted Halloween Prank War
This season, the local teens have embraced a lighthearted prank war, targeting numerous businesses throughout Heflin. One student described the fun, stating, “It’s just fun,” while another added the thrill of not getting caught made it even more enjoyable. However, the situation escalated when they chose to prank the Heflin Police Department.
Police Department Responds
After the teens toilet-papered the station, including roofs and parked cars, Police Chief Ross McGlaughn decided to respond. He utilized social media to convey a playful message to the students, saying, “We think that rolling the police department was a little uncalled for… but we don’t want to hear any crying when we go full out tactical next month.”
Community Support and Participation
What started as youthful mischief has turned into a community-wide event. Chief McGlaughn received prior permission from parents and emphasized the importance of the activity. “As long as they’re doing this, they’re not getting into trouble,” he noted, appreciating that no illegal activities, such as drug or alcohol use, were involved. Instead, the teens were channeling their energy and finances into toilet paper.
- The local businesses have joined the festivities, providing free toilet paper.
- Students have even created a “Toilet Paper Rapid Response Team” for clean-up after pranking.
- The team offers an insurance-like service where they will clean up for a fee.
The camaraderie enjoyed from this prank war has fostered a fun environment for the entire town. As Chief McGlaughn states, “I’m just rallying everybody,” indicating a unified spirit among residents. This humorous approach to policing has not only created light-hearted fun but also strengthened community bonds.
As Halloween approaches, the anticipation builds for what new twists this prank war will bring and how it will further impact the Heflin community.
