Case Number: 1225-54
Location: The Sanctuary, Thornwood Estate
Subject: Raid on property formerly owned by Dr. Roswell Sudworth
Date: October 17, 1955
Lead Investigator: Sergeant Warren Huxley
Summary:
On October 17, 1955, a team was dispatched to The Sanctuary in Thornwood following Dr. Sudworth’s disgrace and subsequent death. The purpose of the raid was to gather evidence related to his unethical medical experiments conducted at Westbridge Asylum. The property was largely abandoned, with no staff or residents present at the time of entry.
Upon investigation, officers found the following:
- Grounds: The exterior showed signs of recent activity, including vehicle tracks and footprints leading into the estate. However, the main house appeared locked and undisturbed.
- Basement: Several large, reinforced cages were discovered in the basement, all empty. Along the walls, officers noted strange symbols and runes, believed to be of unknown origin. No signs of animal or human presence were found.
- Additional Notes: Officers reported an intense feeling of unease while inside the basement. Two officers refused to continue the investigation after hearing what they described as faint whispers, though no one else reported hearing the sounds. The investigation was halted early due to concerns from the team.
Follow-Up: The estate was sold shortly after the raid to Felicity Cookson. No further investigations have been conducted, and the case was closed. Sergeant Huxley left a final note: "Whatever Sudworth was up to, it didn't die with him. The place feels... wrong. Recommend no further operations at this location."
Status: Case Closed.
