Monkey-man of Delhi
Monkey-man of Delhi
The Monkey-man of Delhi refers to a series of reported incidents in May 2001 in Delhi, India, involving sightings of a mysterious creature described as part human and part monkey. The sightings sparked widespread panic and fear among the local population.
Description[edit | edit source]
Eyewitnesses claimed that the Monkey-man was about 4 feet tall, had a hairy body, and glowing red eyes. Some reports suggested that it had metal claws and emitted a high-pitched noise. The creature was said to be extremely agile and capable of leaping from building to building.
Incidents[edit | edit source]
The first reported sighting of the Monkey-man occurred in the neighborhood of Dwarka on May 13, 2001. Over the following weeks, similar sightings were reported in various parts of Delhi, leading to a wave of hysteria. People began staying indoors at night, and some even armed themselves with sticks and weapons to protect themselves.
Investigation[edit | edit source]
Authorities launched an investigation into the Monkey-man sightings, but no concrete evidence was ever found to substantiate the claims. Some experts suggested that the sightings may have been the result of mass hysteria or a case of mistaken identity.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
The Monkey-man of Delhi incidents remain a topic of interest and speculation in popular culture. The phenomenon has been the subject of various books, documentaries, and films exploring the mystery behind the sightings.
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