UFO attack

UFOs, including potentially identified and unidentified alien craft or exotic technology-powered terrestrial craft, have reportedly attacked humans, animals, or infrastructure in various incidents throughout history. These events involve actions such as the use of energy beams and often occur in the context of combat with UFOs.

List of attacks

Numerous events have been reported where UFOs displayed hostile behavior.

Date	Location	Description	Effects
1942	Los Angeles, United States	Known as the "Battle of Los Angeles", unidentified objects were fired upon by anti-aircraft guns, although it's not clear who fired on who.	No apparent damage to the objects; widespread panic.
1948	Kentucky, United States	Thomas Mantell incident: A pilot died while pursuing a large, unidentified object.	Aircraft destroyed; pilot fatality.
1977	Colares, Brazil	During "Operation Saucer" or the Colares UFO flap, residents reported beams of light from UFOs causing physical injuries.	Burns, puncture wounds, and fear among locals.

Common features

Reports of UFO attacks often share recurring elements:

• Energy beams: Descriptions frequently include the use of directed energy, such as light beams or radiation that cause physical injuries or environmental damage.
• Interaction with infrastructure: Reports of damaged structures or disruptions to electrical systems are common in encounters involving hostile UFOs.
• Witness effects: Observers of these incidents often report physiological effects, such as burns or fatigue, and occasional psychological trauma following the events.

See also

• Unidentified flying object
• Close encounter
• Extraterrestrial hypothesis
• Alien abduction
• Operation Saucer