Almost all of us have, somewhere in our lives, heard of some crazy tales from decades ago and immediately visualized them. And the Loch Ness Monster from 1938 is no different.
Recently, a police report from that year has resurfaced on the internet and revealed a historical perspective on the belief in the Loch Ness Monster’s existence. And there were people who were willing to go lengths back in the days.
Chief Constable William Fraser documented an encounter with two London residents, Mr. Peter Kent and Miss Marion Stirling. The duo expressed their intention to capture the creature using a special harpoon gun.
The legend of the Loch Ness Monster dates back to ancient times, with the first written account claiming that the creature brutally attacked swimmers in Loch Ness, located in modern-day Scotland, in 565 C.E. It was not until Irish abbot St. Columba ordered the animal to leave… pic.twitter.com/WTD1dCmX42
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The report indicates that local law enforcement at the time acknowledged the strange occurrences in Loch Ness. However, they felt that they lacked the authority to protect the alleged creature adequately.
Fraser cautioned Kent about the importance of leaving the creature undisturbed.
Loch Ness Center Will Go In Search Of The Loch Ness Monster This Month
Interestingly, this historical context is particularly relevant as it coincides with the upcoming search for the Loch Ness Monster organized by the Loch Ness Centre.
It will take place between May 22 and May 25, 2025. This event marks the third consecutive year of such organized searches, showcasing ongoing interest and enthusiasm surrounding the Loch Ness phenomenon.
General manager Nagina Ishaq noted that recent sightings, particularly one reported earlier in March 2025, have reignited discussions about the elusive creature.
The conditions during the recent sighting were described as ideal, and needless to say, it only adds to the excitement and mystery.
Photographer Chie Kelly goes public with photos taken in 2018 that hunters believe to be of the mythical Loch Ness Monster.
Kelly says she kept the photos to herself in fear of public ridicule but was convinced to share them following last weekend’s large-scale hunt in Scotland. pic.twitter.com/ZmVOIxO3Rt
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Alan McKenna from Loch Ness Exploration noted the significance of the 1938 police report. He pointed to it as an official acknowledgment of public claims about the Loch Ness Monster.
The monster’s story has been a part of local folklore since 1933 and further back to the sixth century.
“The 1938 police report is a rare moment where the mystery of Loch Ness crosses into official record. It reminds us that even authorities couldn’t ignore what people claimed to see,” McKenna said, as per BroBible.
It’s still amazing to see how a long-standing fascination with the Loch Ness Monster transcended generations.