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The sewer people are back. 5 seen climbing out of street hole on Upper East Side

By Big New York · 10/09/2026 · Updated 10/09/2026

The NYPD says the individuals in this and similar incidents are looking for valuables and scrap metal that may end up underground after storms. The latest sewer people sighting has folks concerned about all the important infrastructure underground. News 4’s Chris Glorioso reports.  Authorities are investigating after five people were seen emerging from a sewer.

For New York readers, the important questions are what this story changes, who is affected, what remains uncertain, and whether official records or public responses support the claims being discussed.

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What is the main point for New York readers?

The NYPD says the individuals in this and similar incidents are looking for valuables and scrap metal that may end up underground after storms. The latest sewer people sighting has folks concerned about all the important infrastructure underground. News 4’s Chris Glorioso reports.  Authorities are investigating after five people were seen emerging from a sewer.

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Readers should compare the media report with official records, agency pages, public statements, court records, or follow-up reporting when available.

Does this prove wrongdoing?

No. BigNY treats criticism and concerns as questions unless they are supported by named sources, official records, lawsuits, audits, court filings, investigations, or direct public statements.

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