Giving out free comic books for Halloween leads to obscenity charge

A woman was arrested for distributing an allegedly obscene comic book at a Halloween event in Sunset Beach, North Carolina.

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The comic book, “Grendel Tales: Devil’s Hammer,” contained imagery deemed inappropriate for children, leading to complaints from parents.

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The woman, Kathleen Lincoln, was charged with obscene literature and exhibitions.

The incident sparked a debate on social media about the content of the comic book and the appropriateness for children at the event.

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Sunset Beach police emphasized the importance of ensuring the safety and well-being of children at community events.

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