UFO captured in a photo in Hérault

Summary

On January 21, 2018, a passenger in a moving car took two consecutive photos. The first image shows a brown, round object in the sky, while the second shows nothing. The witness did not see the phenomenon directly, only through the camera lens. The GEIPAN concluded it was likely an insect or bird that wasn't visible to the naked eye but was captured by the digital sensor. The case was classified as B, indicating a possible misinterpretation of the image.

For several years, the GEIPAN no longer considers testimonies that do not include direct observation without optical instruments. Images captured with devices are only evaluated if they complement a direct visual experience. This approach helps filter cases where perception might be influenced by technical artifacts or misinterpretations. In this case, there were no other witnesses or additional details supporting a real UFO experience.