Columbus police are investigating after a woman made a strange discovery
In an unexpected turn of events, a Columbus, Ohio resident made a strange discovery while digging in her backyard, which has led to a police investigation. The incident caught public attention after a series of TikTok videos went viral, sparking speculation and intrigue across social media.
The Unusual Discovery
Katie Sentry, a Columbus resident, had recently begun digging holes to install a fence in her backyard. One day, while working with her husband, they uncovered something buried beneath the soil.
"Here we dug a pit. We found a rolled carpet buried in the ground," Katie explained in a TikTok video that quickly went viral.
Her discovery not only left her surprised but also prompted a series of events that would lead to further investigation.
TikTok Speculation and Global Interest
Katie first posted about her situation on TikTok, stating that she thought her house might be haunted after finding her laptop screen mysteriously cracked and several items on her desk misplaced. However, the story took a turn when she found the buried carpet.
"I jokingly said on TikTok that maybe the body in the carpet is a ghost and it broke my computer," Katie said.
This lighthearted comment soon caught the attention of thousands of TikTok users around the world, who became deeply invested in her story. The viral attention prompted Katie to investigate the situation further.
The Involvement of Columbus Police
As TikTok users encouraged her to take the matter seriously, Katie followed their advice. "I was just going to leave it, but TikTok said I needed to dig it up and call the police, so I did," Katie explained.
Initially, the Columbus Police Division did not seem overly concerned. However, on Monday, they visited her home to assess the situation. As the investigation unfolded, they returned later in the week with K-9 units to conduct a more thorough investigation.
K-9 Unit Investigation
On Thursday evening, detectives returned to Katie's home, this time accompanied by specially trained K-9 dogs. These dogs are capable of detecting scents associated with human remains or other significant items.
Katie decided to live-stream parts of the investigation on TikTok, and at one point, more than 100,000 viewers were watching as the K-9s searched her yard.
At one point, Katie could be seen reacting in shock as a K-9 sniffed a spot in the yard and then sat down, a potential sign that something had been detected.
"When the dog sits, that means something, right?" Katie asked one of the officers on the scene. The officer replied, "Generally, yes."
A second K-9 was later seen sitting in the same area, further heightening curiosity and speculation.
What Could Be Buried Beneath?
At this stage of the investigation, it remains unclear what exactly could be buried beneath the surface. While many speculate about the possibility of human remains, investigators have not drawn any firm conclusions.
Katie noted in one of her TikTok videos that detectives mentioned the possibility that the carpet could simply have bloodstains on it, and it might not necessarily mean there is a body.
The Columbus Police Division has stated that no conclusive results have been found yet, but the investigation is ongoing. They held the scene overnight on Thursday and resumed their work on Friday morning.
Conclusion
The strange discovery made by Katie Sentry has not only captured the attention of her local community but has become a viral phenomenon on TikTok. While Columbus police continue their investigation, the mystery of what lies beneath the surface of Katie's backyard remains unsolved. What started as a routine fence installation has now become the focus of intense curiosity worldwide, as people eagerly await the results of the investigation.
