The West Virginia Penitentiary in Moundsville,WV, is described as highly haunted due to its history of severe violence, torture, torture, electrocutions, and an estimated 1,000 inmate deaths on its grounds. Inmates and visitors report paranormal phenomena, including seeing shadow figures, hearing unexplained screams and footsteps, and experiencing unexplained cold spots and Electronic Voice Phenomena (EVP). Visitors can take tours and even stay overnight to experience the supposedly active areas, such as the historic Sugar Shack, where illicit activities like gambling and violence occurred. A basement recreation room known for illegal activities and violence, it is considered a hotspot for paranormal activity. North Hall: The section of the prison where the most violent inmates were housed. A former holding area with a history of confinement and danger. Reports of dark, shadowy figures roaming the halls and grounds. Unexplained screams, footsteps, whispers, and other noises, including Electronic Voice Phenomena (EVP), are commonly reported. Investigators have captured recordings of voices that weren't audible at the time they were recorded. Unexplained areas of cold or changes in temperature are often experienced by visitors. Some reports describe strange lights resembling static sparks and ghostly forms appearing and disappearing. Nearly 100 inmates were executed by hanging or electrocution within the prison walls.