On October 15, 1980, a Knox County deputy sheriff observed a large black triangular object with visible figures inside. He experienced telepathic communication, vehicle malfunctions, and physical effects during the encounter.
Background
Event Details
On October 15, 1980, at approximately 11:30 p.m., a deputy sheriff from Knox County, Indiana, paused by a roadside to rest. A dark triangular shape approached from the east, comparable in size to a building and appearing tenfold larger than the full moon angularly. It came within an estimated 250 feet horizontally and 200 feet altitude at nearest approach.
Occupants and Interaction
Through a lengthy window along one edge, five entities were seen from the waist upward. They had extended heads featuring wide, slanted eyes that did not blink, pale complexion, and narrow mouths. The witness perceived them as frightened and attempted mental reassurance. They replied via telepathy with the question about hostility toward Iranians. The craft neared further before accelerating northeast.
Physical Effects and Evidence
The deputy's police radio suffered sporadic disruptions, while his vehicle's motor and lights flickered rhythmically. He felt dizzy, lethargic, with irritated eyes. Reported in a publication on regional sightings, this case highlights close-range observation of structured craft and alleged occupants by a law enforcement officer.