Key facts
- The NYPD is investigating a new video of three people emerging from a manhole.
- The incident occurred near Madison Square Garden at 4:19 AM on August 18.
- The individuals were wearing headlamps and black overalls.
- Authorities are considering the possibility that the individuals were searching for valuables in the sewer system.
- Entering the sewer system is illegal and dangerous, according to city officials.
The New York City Police Department (NYPD) is investigating a recently surfaced video depicting three individuals emerging from a manhole near Madison Square Garden in the early morning hours of August 18. The video, posted to TikTok, shows the individuals wearing headlamps and black overalls as they exit the manhole.
A spokesperson for the NYPD confirmed the agency is aware of the incident and actively investigating, noting that no arrests have been made. This latest event follows a series of similar incidents reported in May, which also prompted an NYPD investigation.
In response to the earlier incidents, the NYPD's Emergency Services Unit officers inspected the sewer system and found no evidence of nefarious activity or damage to equipment. One theory being considered by investigators, according to NBC News citing a senior law enforcement official, is that the individuals may be searching the sewer system for lost valuables.