What’s in the rug? How TikTok got swept into a real-time true crime story
Ohio woman finds rug on property, TikTok follows real-time mysterious saga with no body found.

Ohio content creator Katie Santry found herself at the heart of a real-time TikTok mystery after discovering a buried rug in her yard. This intrigue propelled her follower count from 6,000 to nearly 2 million, as viewers followed the unfolding story on TikTok.
Cadaver dogs and law enforcement visited Santry's home, sparking further speculation about the rug's origins when both dogs sensed something suspicious. Though no human remains were found, the discovery kept audiences captivated.
This case adds to the growing trend of amateur internet sleuthing in true crime stories. Despite its possible pitfalls, the mystery-inspired community remains engaged, eager to learn what tests on the rug may reveal.