The bustling land checkpoints connecting Singapore and Malaysia are notorious for causing headaches for commuters due to human and traffic jams.
However, a recent peculiar sighting at one of these checkpoints has caught the attention of a Facebook user.
According to the social media post, an individual claimed to have witnessed a paranormal phenomenon on the ground floor near the gantries at the Malaysia Checkpoint, where crowds usually gather.
The figure in question was described as wearing a flowing white robe, with long black hair covering its face. It closely resembled the mythical Pontianak, a ghostly spirit believed to be the ghost of a woman who died during childbirth.
Reports of ghostly apparitions have been circulating, with sightings at different locations within the Johor checkpoint. One Facebook user took to the platform on Saturday, sharing their alleged encounter with the supernatural.
In their post, the user expressed gratitude for the absence of traffic congestion that night. At first glance, it may appear that they were simply relieved by the situation, considering the recent congestion issues at the Singapore-Johor crossings.
However, when examining the accompanying photo and caption, one could infer that the user hinted at a connection between the ghostly figure and the smooth traffic flow.
Interestingly, rather than being frightened by the apparition, the user expressed excitement about the encounter.
Another Facebook user also uploaded a photo showing a similar ghostly figure, this time standing near the gantries. The surroundings in the image appeared empty, devoid of vehicles and personnel.
The exact timing of these photographs remains uncertain, and it is difficult to confirm their authenticity.
Some users on the platform expressed scepticism, making jokes about the ghost’s appearance, such as its hair being straightened or having a shorter haircut, joking about how the Pontianak went through a makeover to keep up with recent fashion trends.
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