UFO 1953 in Petersburg, Virginia

Summary

A soldier reported a reddish, green, and blue object with a tail that disintegrated. The sighting occurred on February 13, 1953, at 18:20 hours while traveling in a car. The witness described a round object resembling a comet, moving rapidly in a northwesterly direction. The object split into three parts and disappeared within two to three seconds. The sky was clear, allowing for a direct visual observation.

The Air Force classified it as possibly an astronomical phenomenon or meteor, but no physical evidence or photographs were found. The report does not mention other witnesses or additional confirmations. Despite the brief sighting, the soldier's testimony was detailed and consistent, generating some interest at the time. Ultimately, the case was closed without further conclusions.