The Magé Incident: UFO Sighting in Brazil (2020)
Short description of the event
On the night of May 11–12, 2020, there were reports of unidentified flying objects, loud explosions, and unusually intense military activity in the Brazilian city of Magé, near Rio de Janeiro. Numerous residents filmed luminous objects in the sky, flashing in various colors and moving abruptly. Rumors of a UFO crash quickly spread on social media, accompanied by alleged sightings of crashed objects and military recovery operations. Although there is no official confirmation of a crash, the incident attracted international attention and was documented by Brazilian and international UFO researchers.
When and where did this all happen?
The incident occurred on the night of May 11-12, 2020, in the city of Magé, in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The observations focused particularly on the forest area around the Pau Grande district, near a known military base.
Main features of the event
Several eyewitnesses filmed glowing spheres in the sky that appeared to be rotating, pulsating, or flying abruptly. The objects did not behave like familiar aircraft or drones and sometimes appeared to hover silently. Loud explosions and a sudden power outage in some parts of the region were also reported. Gunshots, helicopters, and vehicles can be heard or seen in several videos, which could indicate a military response. One particularly controversial detail was the brief censorship of a certain area on Google Maps—a blank spot that later disappeared. Local residents also reported dead animals, malfunctioning electronics, and an unusually large military presence.
Investigation and clarification attempts
Official bodies such as the Brazilian Air Force or government have not issued any concrete statements regarding the incident. Neither a crash has been confirmed nor has the authenticity of the numerous videos been commented on. Skeptics suspect a mixture of misinterpretation, social media momentum, and possible secret military exercises. UFO researchers such as Brazilian journalist Ademar Gevaerd collected statements, video footage, and maps to reconstruct the case. Despite intensive efforts, no conclusive explanation has been provided. However, the combination of eyewitnesses, images, and secrecy continues to fuel speculation.
List of the most credible witnesses
Among the most credible witnesses are numerous residents of the Pau Grande district, who independently reported similar observations and, in some cases, filmed them live on social media in real time. Brazilian journalists and researchers also documented residents' statements and analyzed video and audio recordings. The well-known Brazilian ufologist Ademar Gevaerd was particularly active, acknowledging the incident as highly relevant and calling for a more intensive investigation.
Conclusion on credibility
The Magé incident remains one of the most mysterious UFO events in South America in recent years. The large number of video recordings, the immediate reactions of the population, and the conspicuous reticence of official bodies point to a real, previously unexplained event. While there is no military-confirmed record, as in other cases, the density of independent sources and accompanying circumstances warrant serious investigation. Credibility: Medium to high – numerous eyewitnesses, unusual circumstances, lack of official explanation, but no physical evidence.