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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
Lifestyle
Lee Grimsditch

'Ghostbusters' called to rid 'dangerous poltergeist' terrorising family home in Greater Manchester

A quick trip to your local supermarket this time of year will leave you in no doubt it's officially spooky season.

Werewolf masks, witches brooms, and grimacing pumpkins are staples of every Halloween themed shopping aisle. Back in March 1994, however, one Wythenshawe family had no need for such props in the pursuit of a good scare.

A story that made the front page of the Manchester Metro described the terror experienced by one family who had been tormented by an alleged poltergeist. Clare and her seven month old son had recently moved into a house with her boyfriend and sister in Benchill.

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