Vermont : The Bennington Triangle

The Bennington Triangle refers to a mysterious region in southwestern Vermont known for unexplained disappearances and odd occurrences. Encompassing towns like Bennington, Woodford, Shaftsbury, and Glastonbury, the triangle gained notoriety due to its perplexing events. Among these, the vanishing of Paula Welden, a college student hiking on the Long Trail in 1946, stands out. Numerous other disappearances followed, like James E. Tedford, who disappeared from a bus in 1949, and the case of eight-year-old Paul Jepson in 1950, who vanished while his mother was momentarily distracted. Beyond the disappearances, eerie lights in the sky, unexplained animal mutilations, and an unsettling ambiance have been reported. The term "Bennington Triangle" was coined by Joseph A. Citro, an author who delved into the mysteries. While various explanations have been offered, the enigmas remain, captivating those intrigued by the paranormal and unsolved mysteries.