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Ilford Police Station Ghost

Ilford police station, E12, London Apparition Victorian

Ilford Police Station in London's East End has a reputation for being haunted by the restless spirit of a prisoner. This particular cell at the station is said to be where the prisoner took his own life although a thorough investigation by an officer couldn't find any records to confirm this tragic event. The prisoner's presence is still felt today with reports of paranormal activity.

Historical records of Ilford Police Station date back to the Victorian era. While there's no concrete evidence to support the claim of a prisoner taking his own life at the station there have been numerous reports of strange occurrences and sightings. The station has been in operation for over a century and it's possible that the prisoner's spirit is a residual haunting a manifestation of the traumatic event that occurred within the cell.

Historical Context

Ilford Police Station has been in operation since the late 19th century

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Police Station
Activity Types
Visual Audio
Witness Credibility
Multiple Witnesses
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Public Access
Date / Era
2000s
Postcode Area
E12

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