Marcos Barraza

Marcos Barraza was a Peruvian military officer connected to UAP investigations in Peru, and his involvement reflects the active engagement of several Latin American militaries with the UFO phenomenon. As one of the countries that has maintained official investigation bodies, Peru has seen its military personnel report significant encounters, and Barraza's role highlights the nation's commitment to investigating anomalous aerial phenomena. He is associated with the reopening of the Peruvian air force's office of UFO investigations, an office that addresses real needs like identifying dangerous unidentified aircraft, such as meteorites or drones, while also handling national security issues related to neighboring countries and illicit flights. Barraza's work underscores the broader context of UAP engagement in Latin America, where Peru maintains dedicated bodies like DIFAA for reviewing credible sightings. Notable cases include incidents at La Joya military base and a luminous sphere observed during a presidential fishing trip, demonstrating the military's involvement in documenting UFO/UAP phenomena.