Disputed
The Varginha Creature
Three young women said they saw a creature with brown skin, large red eyes and bumps on its head. Rumors spread of military teams capturing creatures and taking them to a hospital. Brazil's 'Roswell' was born.
Weigh the evidence
The ledger
What the record shows, what people say, and the best explanation available so far.
What's documented
- A Brazilian army inquiry was conducted.
What's claimed
- Aliens were captured by the army.
Best explanation so far
The army inquiry concluded the women saw a local man known for crouching in the rain. Ufologists reject that and point to other witnesses.
Where to look
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