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Joaquin Phoenix isn’t the only Joker on the streets these days … a Brazilian man has taken inspiration from the crime thriller to wreak havoc on his former employer.
Check it out … a man swings by a gas station where he used to work, and declares he’s been driven insane by his termination. As you can see, the ex-employee is dressed as Batman’s famed nemesis … including green hair, white face paint, and a jarring red smile made from what appears to be lipstick.
The culprit then channels the comic book villain by smashing up the business in the name of revenge … as his former colleagues hide inside.
In fact, at one point, one of his former peers declares the 23-year-old man — who has yet to be identified — “crazy.” One could say that’s a pretty accurate description … especially when the bad guy goes on to spray the scene with a fire extinguisher, and smashes the front window.
The outburst, which took place Sunday in Curitiba, Brazil, has since gone viral … given the timing of ‘Joker’ sequel starring Lady Gaga. According to reports, the man has been charged with making threats and damaging property … he faces up to a year in prison for the incident.
Thankfully, no one was injured in the attack … though, we’re sure workers at the station agree — things are getting crazier out there!
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