County Road 24

County Road 24

Overview

County Road 24 near Grover Hill, Ohio, is the subject of a local haunting legend involving the ghostly figure of a man seen hanging near the intersection with State Route 637. The story dates back to the 1920s and involves a tale of family murder, possession, and possible vigilante justice. It has become a point of interest for local folklore enthusiasts.

Location

• Address: Intersection of County Road 24 and State Route 637
• City/County: Grover Hill, Paulding County
• Public Access: Yes (public roadway, but adjacent land may be private)

Haunting / Legend Summary

According to legend, a farmer in the 1920s became haunted by a malevolent force—referred to by some as the devil. After finishing work on his farm one day, the man reportedly murdered his entire family. Later that evening, the local sheriff discovered the man hanging by his neck.

The legend splits at this point. Some versions suggest the man took his own life due to guilt or supernatural influence. Others claim a member of the community discovered the murders first and enacted vigilante justice by hanging the man. It is also said that on certain nights, the man’s ghost can be seen hanging from a tree near the intersection of County Road 24 and SR 637.

Historical Background

There is not enough available information for this section.

Reported Phenomena

• Apparitions: A hanging male figure seen near the intersection.
• Cold Spots: N/A
• Voices/EVPs: N/A
• Physical Touches: N/A
• Object Movement: N/A
• Malfunctions: N/A
• Poltergeist Activity: N/A
• Shadow Figures: Possibly related to the reported apparition of the hanging man.
• Time Anomalies: N/A

Skepticism & Alternative Explanations

• The apparition of a hanging figure could be attributed to pareidolia—the tendency of the human brain to perceive familiar shapes, such as human figures, in ambiguous visual patterns, especially in low light.
• Environmental conditions such as fog, moonlight, or overhanging branches may create the illusion of a body hanging.
• Local folklore often evolves from moral or cautionary tales. The story of murder, demonic possession, and vigilante justice may be a fabricated or exaggerated narrative to explain a tragic or violent historical event.
• There is no verified historical record of such a murder-suicide occurring at this location in the 1920s, suggesting the story may be apocryphal.

Visitor Information

• Visiting Hours: No official hours; location is along a public roadway.
• Fees or Costs: N/A
• Contact Info: N/A
• Warnings/Restrictions: Visitors should use caution when parking or walking near roadways. Surrounding property may be privately owned.