GB News presenter Alex Armstrong was left embarrassed on social media after hitting back at a police warning ahead of Halloween festivities this weekend.
Thames Valley Police released a No Trick or Treat poster designed for residents to display in their windows if they do not want trick-or-treaters knocking on their doors. The artwork features a carved pumpkin graphic with a Prohibition sign superimposed on it, and bats on the poster. Alongside their logo, the force also wrote: "Working together for a safer Buckinghamshire."
Armstrong's Claim and Police Correction
Furious at the warning, Alex shared the image and alleged that the poster was issued because of other "religious and cultural beliefs." He wrote: "Real poster from Buckinghamshire Council and Thames Valley Police. Police have issued a warning to the public that Halloween can upset 'religious or cultural beliefs' ahead of the celebrations this weekend."
After the enraged presenter added: "I'm so tired of all this crap," he was quickly corrected by Thames Valley Police, who defended the warning. Under his post, they commented: "This is a poster that can be used by anyone, such as elderly or vulnerable residents, who do not wish to have unexpected callers or be disturbed."
"At no point have we mentioned that Halloween can upset 'religious or cultural' beliefs," the force added.
Public Reaction
Others agreed with the police and echoed their sentiments, with one saying: "I think it's a great idea. I absolutely love visits from trick-or-treaters, but I get that others don't. So this is a great way to separate houses out."
A second echoed: "These are very sensible for use by elderly and vulnerable people. My mum has dementia and gets terrified by people banging on her door and appearing in blood-covered gruesome costumes."
Others blasted the presenter as one hit back: "What... Alex Armstrong telling lies and making things up again? Never... who'd have thought?" "Hahahaha, Alex got called out by Thames Valley Police," laughed another.
Armstrong Doubles Down
Despite this, the broadcaster doubled down in another lengthy post and stated: "If you don't want to take part in Halloween, don't answer the front door or decorate your house. It's that simple."
"This is a tradition that goes back hundreds of years in Britain; most importantly, it's for kids! The need to design posters or have the police and councils issue statements is bats**t left-wing nonsense."
