UFO in France, observation in Saint-Pol-sur-Ternoise

Summary

Three observers noticed a luminous phenomenon with a tail moving silently from west to east. Although the sky was starry, the witnesses—amateur astronomers—recorded precise measurements and took a photo. The phenomenon did not seem natural, but the observation was solid. However, investigators concluded it was likely the beam of a fixed spotlight on the ground. In the area, there were buildings and summer commercial activities that could explain the light. What caught attention wasn't the visual perception, but the emotional interpretation of the witnesses, who initially thought it was a comet fragmentation. Fatigue and surprise also influenced their judgment.

The case was classified as B by the GEIPAN, indicating a mysterious but likely terrestrial explanation. Despite the quality of the observation, the lack of noise and the straight trajectory were not enough to consider an unidentified object. The investigation suggests the light came from a nearby location, though it was not precisely identified. This case illustrates how everyday phenomena can be misinterpreted under unusual conditions.