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There was nothing uncommon about the ghost at the Royal Irish Constabulary barrack. And the only reason for singling him out is just because he was typical, because he was responsible for things which simply couldn't happen if there were no ghosts. The old house, which had been chosen as a police barrack, seemed particularly cozy and comfortable to Constable Kelly on that bitter winter night when he came off duty at 12 o'clock. The rest of the force had retired. The guard wa…

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Synopsis

In The Constables Companion, Constable Kelly is on duty at the Royal Irish Constabulary barrack, a cozy yet eerie setting on a bitter winter night. After the rest of the force has retired, he finds solace by the fire, attempting to unwind after a long shift. However, his peace is soon disrupted by the familiar sounds of inebriated individuals rattling the iron door of the lock-up, a common occurrence in his line of work.

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Incredible but True, Episode 61

The Constables Companion

Sunday, February 25, 1951 · 3:36

Incredible but True, Episode 61

The Constables Companion

Sunday, February 25, 1951 · 3:36

Summary

Constable Kelly experiences strange occurrences at the Royal Irish Constabulary barrack, leading him to question the existence of ghosts. As he encounters unexplained phenomena, the stakes rise for his sanity and safety.

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  • 1951 — The first Pan American Games are officially opened in Buenos Aires by Argentine President Juan Perón.
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