In 1944, the town of Mattoon, Illinois was gripped by fear as residents reported a series of bizarre nighttime attacks. Victims claimed they were overcome by a sweet-smelling gas that left them weak, paralysed, and unable to call for help, while witnesses spoke of a mysterious figure lurking outside bedroom windows. In this episode, Elizabeth explores the competing theories that continue to divide opinion surrounding the case.
Elizabeth also shares the bizarre story of a charity shop discovery after stumbling across more than 40 cat ornaments from what appeared to be someone's entire collection...
If you have a story where crime and the otherworldly intertwine, something strange, unexplained or just plain haunted, get in touch at paranormia@alwaystruecrime.com.
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