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Quintrell Downs Vanishing Man

Likely the A3058, Quintrell Downs, Cornwall Apparition Unknown

Quintrell Downs, a quiet area in Cornwall, is where a rather bizarre incident took place back in spring 2001. A couple found themselves stuck in stop-start traffic on the A3058, and as they inched along, they noticed a middle-aged man in dark trousers and a pullover cross the road in front of them. He seemed like an ordinary bloke, just going about his business, but things took a strange turn when he reached the kerb on the opposite side and simply vanished into thin air. The couple must have been left scratching their heads, wondering if they'd just imagined the whole thing.

Historical records for the area dont reveal much about any specific events or tragedies that might be connected to this sighting. The incident involved a couple who were driving on the A3058, and they reported that the man was carrying something in his hands, although they didnt notice what it was. There was nothing particularly remarkable about the figure himself, apart from his unexplained disappearance. The lack of any obvious connection to local history or folklore makes this sighting all the more intriguing.

Historical Context

No specific historical events are documented for this location.

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Road
Activity Types
Visual
Witness Credibility
Multiple Witnesses
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Date / Era
Spring 2001
Postcode Area
TR8

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