A British homeowner has been left terrified after a routine garden redesign uncovered a mysterious metal container, large enough to hold an adult human, leading him to a chilling conclusion.
The Unearthing of a Mystery
While digging in his garden, anticipating the usual stones and debris, the man stumbled upon something entirely unexpected. He detailed how he excavated further to reveal a substantial metal structure. Upon closer inspection, he realised the container was big enough to accommodate an adult person inside.
With this unsettling find, he reached what he called the "only logical conclusion" – that he had discovered a long-lost burial site. His suspicion was fuelled by historical maps of the area, which indicated that a chapel stood on the site around 1850.
The Search for Answers
Seeking official guidance, the man immediately took action. He posted about his discovery on Reddit, writing, "I think I've found a grave in my garden." He also reported the potential grave to the authorities.
He informed a council-affiliated archaeology group but had received no response at the time of his post. More surprisingly, he contacted the police via a web chat. Officers arrived at his home within two hours, yet they were reportedly unsure how to proceed. According to the man, the police were satisfied for the time being and would only investigate further if he were to find human remains.
Providing more details online, he described the structure as being around 3-4 feet deep, with walls that thickened about one and a half feet down. He noted that the bottom was solid and connected to the walls, making the contents self-contained.
Online Speculation and Theories
The Reddit community was quick to offer a range of opinions and theories on the mysterious box.
- One user suggested the orientation could be a clue, asking if it was positioned east-west, a traditional Christian burial practice facing towards Jerusalem. The homeowner confirmed it was.
- Another popular theory was that it could simply be an old septic tank.
- Some users encouraged him to open it, with one joking, "You either find bones you can piece together again to make a skeleton friend or you hit a cesspit."
- Others expressed more humorous concerns, with one stating, "the only possible explanation is that the corpse turned into a zombie and is currently at large."
- Finally, one user, claiming to be a specialist in WW2 and Cold War bunkers, delivered a deadpan assessment: "I recognise this is most definitely, 100% a hole in the ground."
For now, the homeowner is left with a giant metal box in his garden and a mystery that has captured the imagination of thousands online. The search for a definitive answer continues.
