The "Hollydale Insane Asylum" is a name used to describe the abandoned Rancho Los Amigos hospital in Downey, California, which was originally the LA County Poor Farm. Haunting accounts of this location often feature stories of a mental patient who slashed a priest's throat, the chilling atmosphere of abandoned buildings holding past secrets, and paranormal investigators exploring the ruins. The facility started as the LA County Poor Farm in 1887, designed to house and employ needy people, including the elderly and disabled. It was later converted into a hospital and then became a mental institution. The location has gained a reputation for being haunted due to the tragic and intense history held within its walls. One specific story involves a mental patient who allegedly slashed a priest's throat at the facility, contributing to its chilling folklore. The former hospital now stands abandoned, with explorers entering the grounds despite the risk of fines or imprisonment. Explorers describe a terrifying experience navigating the dark, abandoned hallways and staircases, hearing unexplained noises, and feeling exposed. The abandoned buildings are said to hold chilling secrets from their past, adding to the eerie and haunted atmosphere of the site.