Summary
During the night of September 22–23, 2026, five Maltese holidaymakers reported a frightening series of unexplained events inside a rented farmhouse in Xewkija, on the island of Gozo. They described mysterious voices, a shadow beneath a door, household appliances apparently operating by themselves, and a disturbing human-like figure. One man claimed that an unseen force had thrown him onto a bed. At approximately 2:00 a.m., the group contacted police and fled the property. Officers confirmed responding to the call, while a priest subsequently visited the house. The alleged paranormal activity remains unverified.
Additional Notes
What began as a holiday on the Maltese island of Gozo reportedly turned into a terrifying experience for four adults and a child staying in a rented farmhouse in Xewkija. During the night of September 22–23, 2026, one of the adults allegedly awoke to a voice calling “Mum.” Initially believing the voice belonged to the child, she became alarmed when she heard further sounds and noticed a shadow beneath a bedroom door. Other members of the group reportedly experienced similar disturbances, while their dog also began behaving unusually. According to accounts published by Maltese news outlets, the disturbances escalated. The visitors claimed that an oven door repeatedly opened and closed, a fan moved across a room, and buttons on a microwave activated without anyone touching them. The most frightening allegation concerned a human-like apparition. One witness reportedly described a man with a pale face and no visible eyes, who appeared to pass through a closed glass door. Another member of the group claimed that an unknown force grabbed him from behind and threw him onto a bed. Frightened by the events, the visitors contacted the police at approximately 2:00 a.m. Officers from the Victoria Police Station responded and found the five guests waiting outside the property. Police confirmed receiving the request for assistance. No injuries requiring medical treatment were reported, and officers reportedly found no evidence of an additional person inside the residence. The incident also attracted religious attention. Rev. Dr. Marcello Ghirlando confirmed that he had been contacted to visit the farmhouse during the night. Subsequent media reports suggested that the matter had been referred to Church authorities, although the status and outcome of any ecclesiastical investigation remain unclear. As the story spread online, speculation incorrectly identified a particular holiday farmhouse as the location. Its operator publicly denied the association, stating that the property had been unoccupied on the relevant dates. The actual residence has not been reliably identified in public reporting. The unusual case even reached Malta's Parliament. On October 6, 2026, an opposition MP asked whether police had conducted further inquiries or gathered additional evidence. The responsible minister responded humorously that the requested information had “disappeared,” leaving the questions about subsequent investigations unanswered. Although the police response and the priest's involvement are documented, the reported voices, apparitions, moving objects, and alleged physical attack remain witness claims without independent confirmation. What caused the group's frightening experience has not been publicly established. Current Case: This case is based on information available at the time of publication. As investigations and reporting may still be ongoing, subsequent findings, explanations, or developments may not be reflected in this entry.
The Location Today
Xewkija remains a residential village and tourist destination on Gozo. Following the incident, online rumours incorrectly linked a named farmhouse to the haunting. Its operator publicly denied any involvement. No verified evidence has established the precise location or confirmed paranormal activity at the property.
- Environment
- Building / Residence
- Time of Day
- Night
- Evidence Level
- Witness Report
- Visiting the Location
- No Public Access
- Ownership of the Location
- Public