The Runcorn Poltergeist

In 1952, the Glynn family of Runcorn, Cheshire, experienced poltergeist activity that was witnessed by police officers, journalists, and neighbors. The case was thoroughly documented and never explained.

The Activity

Objects moved on their own throughout the house. Pictures fell from walls. Furniture slid across floors. Items disappeared and reappeared in different locations.

The Witnesses

Police officers called to investigate witnessed phenomena they could not explain. Objects moved in their presence. One officer saw a heavy pot slide across a table and fall to the floor.

The Focus

The activity centered on a teenage boy in the household. When he was away, the phenomena decreased. When he returned, they intensified. He showed no sign of causing the events consciously.

The Investigation

The case was covered extensively by local media. Investigators could find no evidence of fraud. The phenomena appeared genuine to all who witnessed them.

Assessment

The Runcorn poltergeist follows the classic pattern: adolescent focus, flying objects, credible witnesses. It added to the substantial body of documented British poltergeist cases.