White UFO seen over Staten Island in 1954

Summary

A civilian reported a white object with reddish tones in Staten Island, New York, in 1954. The sighting occurred at 1:30 AM on June 14, when the witness described a sphere moving in a 45-degree arc for three seconds. The observation was made without optical aid and the object vanished suddenly. Although a meteor was considered, no photos were taken and radar was not involved.