Public Interest
Since closing its doors in 1996, trespassing has become a large problem at KPPC. This problem is fourfold, as enthusiasts of the paranormal, amateur writers, and photographer hobbyists visit the grounds. Additionally, KPPC has a reputation on Long Island as being haunted, which draws curious individuals from across the area. Vandalism has increased dramatically in recent years, with the interior of Building 93 being the focus of heavy graffiti. King's Park Psychiatric Center, A Documentation is a website that also includes video images of building interiors. The websites are mostly operated by anonymous individuals. Since entering the abandoned buildings is illegal, the property is patrolled jointly by the New York State Park Police and the New York State Office of Mental Health Police. On occasion, Suffolk County Police and New York State Police can be seen on the grounds.
In late 2012, the government has ordered the removal of the buildings. As of September 2012, only a couple of buildings have been removed.
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