Residents in a small town are up in arms over the opening of a new custard plant that produces gun-shaped desserts. The controversial treat has sparked outrage among some locals, who say it sends the wrong message about guns and violence.
The plant, which is located on the outskirts of town, produces a range of custard desserts in the shape of pistols, rifles, and even machine guns. The owner of the plant, Tom Smith, says that the treats are just a bit of harmless fun, and that he's surprised by the level of controversy they've attracted.
"We're just trying to inject a bit of humor into people's lives," he said. "It's not like we're encouraging people to go out and shoot each other."
But not everyone sees it that way. Local resident Sarah Brown says that the gun-shaped custards are in poor taste, particularly given the ongoing debate about gun control in the United States.
"I think it's outrageous that anyone would produce something like this," she said. "We've got enough problems with gun violence as it is, without having to see it glorified in the form of a custard dessert."
Other residents, however, are taking a more lighthearted approach to the controversy. Tim Davis, who runs the local gun store, says that he sees the funny side of the situation.
"I don't think there's anything wrong with a little bit of harmless humor," he said. "Besides, I think it's a great way to get kids interested in guns."
The controversy has also attracted the attention of national media outlets, with CNN and Fox News both running stories on the gun-shaped custards. Some commentators have criticized the outlets for focusing on a non-issue, while others have praised them for highlighting what they see as a growing trend of gun-related products in American culture.
Despite the controversy, the custard plant shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, the company has announced plans to expand its product line to include RPG-shaped treats and even grenades.
"We're taking it to the next level," said Smith. "We want our customers to feel like they're part of the military, even if they're just enjoying a tasty dessert."
Only time will tell whether the gun-shaped custards will find a place in the hearts of Americans, or whether they will remain a controversial and divisive issue. For now, though, one thing is clear: these desserts are certainly generating a lot of buzz.
