January 2, 1945🇬🇧Abduction
Close EncounterHistorical

Sheffield, Yorkshire: Craft and Humanoid Encounter

A witness in Sheffield observed a slow-moving circular craft approximately 30 feet wide at close range, through which tall beings in uniforms were visible inside.

Date
January 2, 1945
Location / Country
Type
Abduction

Background

Sighting Details

In 1945 near Sheffield, Yorkshire, England, a witness reported observing an unidentified craft measuring between 25 and 35 feet in diameter. The object approached within 225 feet of the observer's position.

Occupant Observation

Through a large window of the craft, the witness claimed to observe approximately six humanoid beings. These entities were described as standing roughly 6 feet tall, possessing notably short legs, short hair, and wearing one-piece suits.

Significance

This account represents an early post-war close encounter report involving both craft observation and alleged occupant visibility, contributing to the broader pattern of humanoid encounter narratives in UFO literature.