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Poltergeist

Greyfriars Kirkyard & Mackenzie Poltergeist

The Mackenzie Poltergeist has attacked hundreds of visitors. 'Bloody' George Mackenzie imprisoned 1,200 Covenanters here. A homeless man opened his tomb in 1998. The violence began.

1561 - Present
Edinburgh, Scotland
5000+ witnesses

The Mackenzie Poltergeist is the world’s most documented.

The History

Bloody Mackenzie:

  • Lord Advocate
  • Persecuted Covenanters
  • 1,200 imprisoned
  • Torture, execution
  • Died 1691

The Awakening

1998 incident:

  • Homeless man sought shelter
  • Broke into Black Mausoleum
  • Fell through floor
  • Onto corpses
  • Activity began

The Attacks

Documented injuries:

  • Scratches
  • Bruises
  • Burns
  • Hair pulled
  • People knocked down

The Evidence

Over 450 attacks:

  • Many documented
  • Photographs taken
  • Medical records
  • Police reports
  • Tour guides witness

City of the Dead Tours

Exclusive access:

  • Only tour allowed
  • Black Mausoleum
  • Constant activity
  • Visitors affected
  • Injuries regular

Exorcism Attempts

Failed containment:

  • Minister tried
  • Made it worse
  • Activity increased
  • Cannot be stopped
  • Still raging

Sources