Ep 9. Joliet Prison

Taking on terrifying locations is nothing new for Dakota Laden and his team, but in the latest episode of Destination Fear, they have their most challenging location yet: Joliet Prison. As one of the most notorious prisons in the United States, Joliet has a dark history of inmate abuse and violence. The prison initially opened in 1858, and a new cell house was constructed in the early 1900s. The prison housed notorious criminals, including the famous bank robber John Dillinger. The prison was operational until 2002, and since then, it has been abandoned and left to decay. The prison's daunting reputation precedes it, with locals and tourists alike warning Laden and his team about the location's eerie and menacing atmosphere. As the team prepares for their second overnight stay, they know they are walking into one of their most daunting investigations yet. The team begins their exploration by spending time in the infamous death row cell block. The location is quiet and incredibly oppressive. Laden and his team struggle to remain positive while they search for proof of paranormal activity. However, the uneasy feeling of the prison soon begins to get to everyone. Audio and visual equipment begin to malfunction, and doors and windows start slamming shut without any explanation. The team is put on edge, and they know that they are dealing with something incredibly sinister and malevolent. But they aren't deterred; instead, they push on to gather more evidence. As night falls, the team begins their overnight investigation, setting up equipment in all corners of the prison. Laden and his team make their way to the seventh floor, known for its extreme paranormal activity. As they explore the level, they are hit with a sudden intensity that would leave anyone shaken. The team continuously hears strange noises, unexplained footsteps, and shadowy figures darting just beyond their line of sight. Throughout the long and challenging night, the team continues to experience unexplainable events, including sightings of full-body apparitions and unexplainable noises from parts of the prison that are off-limits. While the team is on edge, they keep pushing forward, determined to capture evidence. Finally, the sun rises, and the team is exhausted, but they have gathered crucial evidence throughout the night. As they review the footage, they realize that they have captured some of their most convincing recordings yet. Laden and his team walk away confident in the knowledge that they have captured some proof of the supernatural. Overall, the Joliet Prison investigation is one that will send chills down the spine of even the most seasoned paranormal investigator. Laden and his team tackle their most challenging investigation yet, and they capture some of the most convincing evidence of the paranormal to date. This episode is a must-watch for anyone fascinated with the afterlife and the supernatural world.