Ep 5. Lizzie Borden House

Nick, Zak, and Aaron head to Fall River, Massachusetts to investigate the Lizzie Borden House, infamous for the murders of Andrew and Abby Borden in 1892. The house has been preserved as a bed and breakfast and museum, and visitors have reported experiencing paranormal activity. The team not only wants to investigate the Lizzie Borden murders and their possible connection to the supernatural, but also hopes to prove or debunk claims of the house being haunted by other spirits.

Upon arrival, the team is met by Lee-ann Wilber, a paranormal investigator who has spent a lot of time at the house and is well-versed in the history and haunts of the location. They begin their investigation in the basement, where they hear unexplained noises and see strange shadows. As they move to the main floor, they note that the house has been restored to look much like it did at the time of the murders. They set up their equipment and begin to conduct their investigation.

As they explore the house, Zak and Aaron feel uneasy, particularly in the bedroom where Abby Borden was murdered. Zak begins to feel like he is being choked and a large scratch appears on his neck. They also hear unexplained footsteps and catch several EVPs (electronic voice phenomena).

In the middle of the night, Nick wakes up to find a written message on his hand that he did not write. It reads, "Maggie, there's blood everywhere." They investigate possible connections to Maggie Sullivan, a former maid of the Borden family who was suspected by some of being involved in the murders. They also explore the attic, said to be one of the most haunted parts of the house.

Throughout the investigation, the team uses various equipment, including EVP recorders, a spirit box, a thermal imaging camera, and a camera that captures both visible and infrared light. As they review their footage, they find several compelling pieces of evidence. They capture an EVP of a child's voice saying, "Mommy." In the basement, they hear a door slamming shut even though there was no one down there. And in the attic, they capture a thermal image that appears to be a full-bodied apparition.

The team ultimately concludes that the Lizzie Borden House is haunted, likely by the spirits of both Andrew and Abby Borden as well as others. They believe that the violent nature of the murders has left a residual energy in the house, and that the spirits may still be trying to tell their stories and seek justice. However, they also acknowledge that the house has become a popular tourist attraction and that some of the claims of paranormal activity may be exaggerated or faked.

Overall, the episode is a fascinating exploration of one of the most notorious murder cases in American history and the possible paranormal aftermath that has persisted for over a century. The team's use of advanced technology and their willingness to investigate every aspect of the house makes for an intriguing and eerie episode.