The sighting of an unidentified flying object near Schöneck in Vogtland led to a major effort POLICE and the fire extinguisher was triggered. According to their own statement, police received the first report on Sunday afternoon, followed by further calls from several people independently of each other. “Free Press” previously reported.
Along with firefighter The area was searched extensively by police. A helicopter with a thermal imaging camera, a drone and a canine unit were used in the search, a police spokesman said. Officials also coordinated with counterparts from the neighboring Czech Republic and Upper Franconia in Bavaria.
The object is still unknown
Police also received video of the sighting which they now believe is genuine. However, nothing was found. According to police, there were no reports of injured or missing people or property damage. Investigations with other authorities such as the space agency, Leipzig Airport, the Bundeswehr or the German Weather Service have also been unsuccessful at this time.
The police are currently investigating what the flying object is. The possibility of an “astronomical object” from outer space is also being examined, the spokesman said. However, no further search action is currently underway. The police are still coordinating with other authorities regarding follow-up actions.
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