In May 2026, multiple incidents of individuals entering New York's sewer system were recorded, starting with three people in Queens. Subsequent similar occurrences in Brooklyn have attracted media attention, leading to the nickname 'mole people' for those involved.
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In May 2026, multiple incidents of individuals entering New York's sewer system were recorded, starting with three people in Queens. Subsequent similar occurrences in Brooklyn have attracted media attention, leading to the nickname 'mole people' for those involved.
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