Highway 12 West ghost-dog stretch
Felton–Frederica area, Delaware, United States
Road or bridge · local-legend
The Story
A dog with glowing red eyes is said to wait beside Route 12 after dark. Delaware Haunted Houses retells a gruesome explanation: a tenant murdered his landlord and fed the remains to a dog, which became the roadside specter. A 2021 contributor reported sounds resembling chewing and chains, with the sensation of being followed near the fields. Legendary murder not verified. Reports disagree on exact stretch; no point pin or stopping instructions.
The Hauntings
A dog with glowing red eyes is said to wait beside Route 12 after dark. Delaware Haunted Houses retells a gruesome explanation: a tenant murdered his landlord and fed the remains to a dog, which became the roadside specter. A 2021 contributor reported sounds resembling chewing and chains, with the sensation of being followed near the fields. Legendary murder not verified. Reports disagree on exact stretch; no point pin or stopping instructions.
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Check current ownership, hours and permission before a visit; no nighttime investigation permission established.