The famous hole in the asphalt on Chicago's West Roscoe Street, which attracted the attention of people from all over the world, was repaired by an unknown person, Mail.ru reports.
A hole in the asphalt similar to the print of a squirrel or rat was discovered in the 1990s. Locals called it the “rat hole” and began leaving offerings of coins, snacks, and even erected a memorial plaque.
A photo of a hole in the asphalt was posted on social media by comedian and illustrator Winslow Dumaine. It instantly went viral, and people from all over the world flocked to the “rat hole.”
However, the other day another pilgrim discovered that a hole in the asphalt had been sealed with concrete. Concerned residents tried to save the landmark, but the material had hardened.
It is unknown who repaired the hole in the asphalt. Local residents call this man a vandal and do not understand why a landmark that existed for 30 years bothered him.