‘Up to no good’: Mystery as people filmed popping in and out of NY manholes
Bizarre sightings of people entering and exiting New York City's sewer system have sparked curiosity and concern among residents. Police are investigating multiple incidents captured on security cameras, where groups of individuals were seen emerging from maintenance holes. The city’s Department of Environmental Protection has confirmed that the sewer infrastructure remains intact, but warned that entering the sewers is illegal and dangerous.
- ▪Security cameras recorded at least three incidents of people entering or exiting sewer tunnels in Brooklyn and Queens.
- ▪In one instance, a group of seven individuals was seen emerging from a maintenance hole in Williamsburg, carrying tools and narrowly avoiding traffic.
- ▪The Department of Environmental Protection has inspected the sewer locations and confirmed no damage, while the incident in Queens remains under investigation.
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