Local Man Claims He's 'Super,' Cites Enhanced Strength and Ability to Leap Small Vehicles
By Beatrice Abernathy
October 2, 2025, 11:37 PM PDT
Oakhaven, CA - In an exclusive interview, local resident, Arthur Penhaligon, 32, has made the astounding claim that he possesses superhuman abilities. Penhaligon, a former librarian, alleges that he awoke several weeks ago with drastically increased strength and the ability to "leap small cars in a single bound." While no official verification exists, Penhaligon insists his powers are real. “I know it sounds crazy,” he admitted during the interview, “But I can lift my entire Volkswagen Beetle now! And I’ve definitely jumped over Mrs. Higgins’ Prius. She was quite surprised.”
Skeptics abound, but some anecdotal evidence seems to support Penhaligon's claims. Several neighbors report seeing him carrying unusually heavy loads without apparent effort. Mildred McMillan, who lives across the street from Penhaligon, stated, “I saw him struggling with a stack of moving boxes, but then he just… picked them all up at once and walked inside. It was quite a sight.” When questioned about his origin story, Penhaligon offered a cryptic explanation involving a "strange energy field" encountered during a hiking trip in Yosemite National Park. His blog, "Penhaligon's Progress," (penhaligonsprogress.blogspot.com, currently experiencing high traffic) details his alleged experiences, including descriptions of exercises designed to control and amplify his supposed powers.
Dr. Eleanor Vance, a local psychologist, cautioned against taking Penhaligon's claims at face value. “While it’s important to remain open to possibilities, it’s also crucial to consider alternative explanations,” she stated. “Delusions of grandeur, particularly following a stressful event, are not uncommon. Further investigation and professional evaluation are necessary.” Authorities have yet to comment on the situation. However, the Oakhaven Police Department has reportedly received a single complaint about a "man jumping over cars" but dismissed it due to lack of evidence. This incident is referenced in the local paper from May 2025 (Oakhaven Gazette archives – paywalled). The story is developing, and further updates will be provided as they become available.