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Haunting

Moundsville Penitentiary

One of America's most violent prisons. Nearly 1,000 died including 94 executions. The 'Shadow Man' stands in corners. The electric chair still sits.

1876 - Present
Moundsville, West Virginia, United States
10000+ witnesses

Moundsville Penitentiary is one of America’s most haunted prisons.

The Prison

According to historical records:

  • Opened 1876
  • Closed 1995
  • Nearly 1,000 deaths

The Shadow Man

Most reported entity:

  • Tall dark figure
  • Watches visitors
  • Throughout building

The Executions

94 men died:

  • 85 by hanging
  • 9 by electric chair
  • “Old Sparky” on display

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