Residents of Somerset are living in fear after the notorious 'Gaffa Tape Gimp' made another terrifying appearance, marking the latest in a series of bizarre nocturnal incidents that have left locals terrified.
The unsettling encounter occurred on the quiet country lanes near Cleeve when a driver came face-to-face with the mysterious figure writhing on the road in the dead of night.
The Chilling Late-Night Confrontation
According to police reports, the motorist was travelling along a dark country road when they spotted a man wearing nothing but black cycling shorts and a grotesque mask, his limbs bound with gaffa tape as he wriggled unnervingly on the tarmac.
The shocked driver immediately alerted authorities, describing how the individual quickly sprang to his feet and vanished into the surrounding darkness when approached.
Police Launch Urgent Manhunt
Avon and Somerset Police have confirmed they are treating the incident with utmost seriousness, deploying multiple units to scour the area in search of the mysterious figure.
A police spokesperson stated: "We received a report of a man lying in the road wearing a mask and black cycling shorts with tape around his arms and legs at approximately 10:45 PM. Officers attended and carried out an area search, but the man was not located."
Pattern of Bizarre Behaviour Emerges
This isn't the first time the so-called 'Gaffa Tape Gimp' has terrorised the region. The mysterious figure has become something of a local legend, with multiple similar sightings reported over recent years.
Local residents have expressed growing concern about the pattern of behaviour, with many questioning whether these are harmless pranks or something more sinister.
Community on High Alert
The latest incident has left the tight-knit Somerset community feeling vulnerable and anxious, particularly among those who travel the rural lanes after dark.
Police are urging anyone with information to come forward immediately and have advised residents to remain vigilant while the investigation continues.
