NYC Manhole Mystery: Multiple Groups Seen Entering and Exiting Sewers Across Queens and Brooklyn
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Caroline Haskins
Summary
A bizarre mystery has emerged in New York City as multiple security cameras have captured groups of people wearing hip waders and headlamps entering and exiting manholes across Queens and Brooklyn. The incidents, occurring in early and late May, have sparked local tabloid fascination and public speculation about who these "manhole prowlers" are and what they're doing in the city's sewer system. An "urban explorer" contacted by WIRED confirmed their mother checked on them to ensure they weren't involved, adding a personal dimension to the unfolding mystery.
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· 3 pulledWho is popping in and out of manholes across the city, and what are they doing in the sewer system?
An 'urban explorer' tells WIRED their mother checked in to make sure they weren't one of the people seen scurrying out of a manhole with their friends.
Security footage showed three people wearing hip waders entering a manhole in Queens.
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