A photograph fram in Villisca Axe Murder House.
The 'Villisca Axe Murder House is a haunted historic site located in Villisca, Iowa, that is infamous for the brutal and unsolved murders that took place there in 1912. The house, a two-story frame dwelling, was the scene of a gruesome crime in which eight people, including six children, were bludgeoned to death with an axe. The victims were the Moore family, consisting of Josiah and Sarah Moore and their four children, as well as two young girls who were spending the night at the house.
Manifestations[]
- Ghostly Moore family
- A victims
Background[]
On the evening of June 9, 1912, someone entered the home and proceeded to murder the entire family as they slept. The killer also took the lives of Lena and Ina Stillinger, who were friends of the Moore children and had been staying overnight. The bodies were discovered the following morning by a neighbor who became concerned after noticing that the usually active household had not begun their morning chores.
The murders shocked the small town of Villisca and garnered national attention. The investigation into the crime was plagued by mishandling of evidence and a lack of forensic expertise, leading to a number of suspects but no conclusive arrests. Over the years, various theories and suspects have been proposed, but the case remains officially unsolved.
The house where the murders occurred has since become known as the “Villisca Axe Murder House” and has gained a reputation for being haunted. Many visitors have reported experiencing paranormal activity within its walls, including unexplained sounds, apparitions, and feelings of unease. As a result, the house has become a popular destination for ghost hunters and paranormal enthusiasts.
Trivia[]
- Gruesome crime in which eight people, including six children, were bludgeoned to death with an axe. The victims were the Moore family, consisting of Josiah and Sarah Moore and their four children, as well as two young girls who were spending the night at the house.