London, UK – A significant and unsettling incident occurred earlier this morning within the ongoing care facility residency of Mr. Anthony Meadows, prompting a temporary lockdown and heightened concern amongst staff and the Meadows family. A large, antique mirror in the main living area shattered unexpectedly, revealing a fleeting and deeply disturbing reflection – one that did not match Mr. Meadows’ own visage.

According to initial reports, the incident occurred at approximately 8:17 AM GMT. Caregiver Mrs. Davies was the first to witness the event, describing it as “a sudden, violent flash and then… this other face. Just for a second, but it was undeniably *there*.” She immediately alerted head nurse Mr. Bellweather, who initiated a brief evacuation of the living area and secured the perimeter.

The reflection, described by multiple witnesses as gaunt and aged, bearing a resemblance to a man in his late 60s or early 70s, was gone almost as quickly as it appeared. No physical damage beyond the shattered mirror was immediately apparent. However, the psychological impact on Mr. Meadows, who has been increasingly disoriented and prone to bouts of confusion, has been considerable. He reportedly became agitated and insistent about “seeing someone else,” repeatedly demanding to know who it was and accusing the staff of “covering things up.”

“He was frantic,” stated a visibly shaken Mrs. Davies later. “He kept saying, ‘It wasn’t me. It wasn’t me looking back.’ It’s terrifying to witness something like that, especially with his condition.”

Dr. Hayes, Mr. Meadows’ primary physician, stated in a brief press conference that the incident is being treated as a potential symptom of his declining cognitive state. “We’re exploring all possibilities,” he explained. “The fragmented memories, the disorientation… these events could be manifestations of a deeper neurological issue. We’re running further tests, including a full neurological assessment.”

The facility remains under observation, and the shattered mirror has been carefully removed for forensic analysis. The event has reignited concerns regarding Mr. Meadows’ care and the facility’s protocols. Further updates will be provided as they become available.