UFO in Cotes-d'Armor Classified as Venus

Summary

The UFO sighting in Cotes-d'Armor on December 31, 1994 was initially classified as unexplained, but after a review using new methods, the GEIPAN reanalyzed it. It involved multiple sightings reported by four witnesses between December 28 and 31. The testimonies, though scattered, were grouped into a single police report. The investigation highlighted three distinct phenomena: one possibly related to a distant lightning flash, others linked to Venus, and one with insufficient information.

After a detailed analysis, researchers concluded the first phenomenon was likely a distant lightning flash seen toward the sea. The other two cases aligned with the position of Venus, visible in the southeast direction. Finally, two additional sightings did not provide enough data for a clear conclusion. This case illustrates how reviewing events with new tools can change the interpretation of seemingly inexplicable occurrences.