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Downingtown Tunnels

Often called the “Twin Tunnels” despite the fact there are three, these railroad bridge tunnels in Chester County, PA, have multiple urban legends associated with them. Hikers and paranormal enthusiasts will often explore the tunnels for fun. The first tunnel is accessible by car, the second runs over the Brandywine Creek, and the third is walkable, although it is very dark and full of debris. Each tunnel has a shaft of light about halfway through. 

The tunnels were built in 1912 as a crossing for the railroad over the Brandywine Creek. Unfortunately, the tunnels soon became known as “the murderous mile” after a group of Irish rail workers were buried during construction. A number of deaths have occurred at the site over the years. 

One legend is about a woman, possibly named “Mary”or “Paula,” who gave birth out of wedlock. Scared of the consequences, she hanged herself from the electric wire in the tunnels while still clutching her baby. When her neck snapped, her arms went limp and the baby fell to its death. The apparition of a woman swinging from her neck is reportedly seen in the first or third tunnel, and a baby’s cries are heard in the area. Dark shadow men are seen walking through the tunnels, thought to be the spirits of the Irish rail workers who died during construction. 

The most recent tragedy at the tunnels came on July 11, 1995, when the dismembered body of a twenty-something year old woman was found in a suitcase by a fisherman just outside the second tunnel. Investigators were unable to make an ID, and she became known as “Suitcase Jane Doe.” She was missing her legs at the time, but on January 29, 1996, partial leg remains were found in Cores Creek State Park. They were believed to be hers. She was average height and weight, had brown hair, and had no dental or fingerprint records on file. A facial reconstruction was made, but she remains unidentified to this day.