Hex Hollow Haunted History: The Murder of Nelson Rehmeyer

Episode 58: With a name like Hex Hollow, you know there's a story lurking in the shadows. In this episode, Slice of the Paranormal explores the haunted grounds of Hex Hollow in Pennsylvania and uncovers the chilling history behind the infamous Nelson Rehmeyer murder of 1928. While Thanksgiving might smell of roasted turkey, in 1928 the only thing burning was Rehmeyer himself. His murder, tied to Pow Wow folk magic, sparked a national outcry against superstitious beliefs. Three young men were sentenced for the crime, yet decades later, locals report strange sounds echoing through the hollow. Are these the calls of Rehmeyer's animals, restless spirits, or shadows of witches past? Hex Hollow has become a hotspot for ghost stories, supernatural legends, and tales of witchcraft. This site is private property, monitored by cameras and owned by a descendant, so visitors are asked to respect the land and stick to the road while exploring its haunted legacy. Join us as we uncover the dark folklore, mysterious happenings, and paranormal echoes of Hex Hollow, Pennsylvania.   Sources: Pennsylvania Dutch Country Ghosts, Legends and Lore by Charles J. Adams III 1994 Witches in Pennsylvania by Thomas White 2013 The Big Book of Pennsylvania Ghost Stories by Mark Nesbitt and Patty A Wilson 2008 Haunted Pennsylvania by Patty A Wilson 1998 Cursed in Pennsylvania by Mark Nesbitt and Patty  Spooky York Pennsylvania by Scott D. Butcher and Dinah Roseberry 2008 Forgotten Tales of Pennsylvania by Thomas White 2009 https://thesquonkandthehag.com/2023/03/16/nelson-rehmeyer-the-hex-hollow-murder/ https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/109023095/nelson_dietrich-rehmeyer