UFO spherical object with flashing lights in Barstow

Summary

A witness in Barstow, California, reported a spherical object with flashing lights on September 15, 1967. The object was observed for approximately 13 minutes, and the witness described how the lights blinked at different points, giving the impression of a sphere. No noise was heard, and although several air agencies were contacted to verify the observation, no significant activity was reported except for a C-47 in the area. The Air Force concluded that the data was insufficient for a scientific investigation, but thanked the witness for the report.

The official Air Force report requested the witness to complete a detailed form to gather more information. Despite the lack of physical or photographic evidence, the witness's testimony was recorded and shared with other entities, including the University of Colorado. The description of the object and its behavior remains a mystery, and it could not be identified with certainty.