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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