Case History

UFO Incident at Nuclear Complex Still Perplexes Today

Security officers report alarming amount of aerial phenomena over Indian Point in New York

The Indian Point UFO incident of 1984 is a captivating case in the field of UFOlogy, notable for its dramatic details, credible witnesses, and significant implications involving national security and nuclear safety. This incident took place at the Indian Point Energy Center, a nuclear power plant located in Buchanan, New York, approximately 35 miles north of New York City. The events of that night have intrigued researchers and enthusiasts for decades, sparking numerous theories and speculations about the nature and origin of the UFO observed.

Background of Indian Point Energy Center

The Indian Point Energy Center, operated by Consolidated Edison (Con Ed) at the time of the incident, is one of the United States’ major nuclear power plants. Originally constructed in 1955, it was fully operational 1962, with its counterparts, Indian Point 2 and 3 being operational in 1974 and 1976, respectively.

Situated along the Hudson River, the facility has long been a crucial component of the region’s energy infrastructure. It consists of multiple reactors and has been…