The Vallecas Poltergeist

In 1991, following an Ouija board session, the Gutierrez family of Vallecas, Madrid, experienced intense poltergeist activity. The case was investigated by police, whose official report acknowledged paranormal phenomena.

The Trigger

Teenager Estefanía Gutierrez participated in an Ouija session at school. She reported that the planchette cracked and a strange smoke entered her mouth. She became ill immediately and died months later of unknown causes.

The Aftermath

After Estefanía’s death, violent phenomena began in the family home. A crucifix flew off the wall. Doors slammed. Unexplained fires broke out. The family was terrified.

The Police Report

In November 1992, police responded to the home. They witnessed phenomena: a crucifix flew across the room, brown slime appeared on walls. The official police report, unprecedented in Spain, acknowledged “inexplicable” events.

The Investigation

Paranormal researchers documented the case extensively. The activity continued for months before gradually subsiding. The family eventually moved.

Assessment

The Vallecas case is unique for its official police documentation of paranormal events. The case inspired the 2017 Spanish horror film “Verónica.” Whatever was triggered by that Ouija session left an official record.