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Amazon pulls Jimmy Savile zombie costume following complaints

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By John Glenday, Reporter

October 21, 2013 | 1 min read

Amazon has moved to withdraw from sale a controversial ‘dead zombie Jimmy Savile’ Halloween costume from sale following a barrage of complaints.

Consumers and charities lined up to brand the outfit as ‘tasteless’ following an email issued by the retailer advertising the clothing for sale at £14.99.

A blurb describing the garments read ’perfect for bad taste parties, Halloween and zombie Jimmy Savile fancy dress'.

The collection includes Savile’s familiar shell suit, shades, medallion and cigar as well as a white wig, face powder and fake blood.

Speaking to the Sunday Express Peter Saunders, at National Association for People Abused in Childhood, said: “It is tasteless, senseless, and extremely insensitive.

“Nobody wants to remember Savile’s horrible face, particularly his many victims.”

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