Bright UFO moving backward in Connecticut

Summary

In June 1963, a 15-year-old boy in North Branford, Connecticut, observed a strange object moving in an unexpected way. The witness described a bright white light with a yellowish tint that suddenly appeared in the night sky. The object, apparently circular in shape, moved erratically, even reversing direction before disappearing behind clouds. It left no trail, made no sound, and was estimated to travel at 900 mph. The witness observed the phenomenon for three and a half minutes but could not identify it with certainty. Authorities classified the report as insufficient for a clear evaluation.

The U.S. Air Force received the report and categorized it as lacking enough data for a definitive conclusion. Although the witness suggested the object could have been a balloon, an aircraft, or an astronomical body, the described features didn't align with any of these explanations. The object maintained a constant altitude and showed no signs of a motor. Additionally, its sudden brightness and unusual movement raised doubts. The testimony was presented to a general officer, but no conclusive explanation was reached. As with many other cases, this one was filed without an official resolution.