UFO falls in Bolivia near the Argentine border

Summary

In May 1978, it was reported that an unidentified object had fallen in Bolivian territory near the Argentine border. Local authorities requested assistance from the central government, which in turn sought help from NASA to investigate the incident. Radio El Espejo and other radio stations in Argentina and Uruguay spread the news, generating significant regional interest. Speculation ran wild about whether it was a satellite, a space device, or even a false alarm.

The Bolivian president, during an interview, stated that everything would be done to ensure the country's stability, though he made no direct comments about the UFO. Meanwhile, local media reported that the area where the object fell had been cordoned off for security reasons. Although the object's contents were not officially confirmed, it was mentioned that it might be a large technical device already moved to Tarija. Despite doubts about the accuracy of the reports due to their rapid spread, public interest remained high.