New York police investigate mysterious cases of people coming out of manholes New York police are investigating multiple incidents where groups of people have been seen emerging from the city’s manholes at night. Emergency Services Unit officers and the Environmental Protection Department have inspected the sewer systems and found no damage or nefarious items left behind. Investigators are considering the theory that the individuals may be searching the system for valuables.

• NYPD is investigating multiple instances of people emerging from manholes at night.
• Videos circulating on social media show groups climbing out of sewer systems.
• Emergency Services Unit and Environmental Protection Department found no damage or threats in the sewers.
• No arrests or injuries have been reported.
• One theory suggests individuals are scouring the sewer system for valuables.
• Incidents reported in Gravesend (Brooklyn), Williamsburg (Brooklyn), and Astoria (Queens).
• Witnesses described the individuals as acting suspiciously, some wearing waders and carrying flashlights.