Briefing
Greetings, Special Agent.
We have an urgent case on our hands for the US government. Our allies at the CIA need us to cover up an alien abduction. On the 2nd of April near Broomfield Colorado, a research craft from the Krohndahkyr took several animals and plants. Although no humans were taken this time, some residents have made photo’s and possibly video of the incident.
It’s imperative that we find the original source where this sighting was reported. The CIA wants a cleanup of all the material. So it’s our job to go and find it for them. Your task is to find the original URL where the following report and photo were posted:
Occurred : 4/2/2023 22:00 (Entered as : 04/02/2023 10:00 PM)
Reported: 4/3/2023 8:25:51 PM 20:25
Posted: 4/9/2023
Location: Broomfield, CO
Shape: Circle
Duration: 10 minutes
Characteristics: There were lights on the object, The object changed color.
As always, Special Agent. The Contract is yours, if you choose to accept.
Materials
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Alien Abduction
This challenge involves locating the original source of a UFO sighting report from Broomfield, Colorado. The objective is to find the exact URL where the sighting details were posted on NUFORC (National UFO Reporting Center).
Available Materials
- Detailed sighting report information:
- Date: April 2, 2023, 22:00
- Report Date: April 3, 2023, 20:25:51
- Posted: April 9, 2023
- Location: Broomfield, CO
- Shape: Circle
- Duration: 10 minutes
- Characteristics: Lights present, color-changing object
Solution Path
Step 1: Identifying the Database
The format of the report strongly suggests it’s from NUFORC (National UFO Reporting Center), which is the primary database for UFO sightings in the United States. Key indicators:
- Standardized reporting format
- Specific time notation
- Detailed characteristics format
Step 2: Search Parameters
Using the provided information to narrow down the search:
- Location: Broomfield, Colorado
- Date: April 2, 2023
- Time: 22:00 (10:00 PM)
- Shape: Circle
- Duration: 10 minutes
Step 3: Locating the Report
Navigate to NUFORC’s database:
- Visit nuforc.org
- Use the search functionality or database browser
- Filter by date (April 2023)
- Look for Broomfield, Colorado entries
- Match the exact time and details
Step 4: URL Format
The correct URL format for the sighting is:
https://nuforc.org/sighting/?id=175200Answer Requirements
- The complete URL must be submitted exactly as shown above
- No trailing slashes or additional parameters
- Case-sensitive
- Must include the protocol (https://)
Tips for Solvers
- Use all the provided details to verify the correct report
- Pay attention to the exact time and date formatting
- Verify all characteristics match before submitting
- Double-check the URL format
- Ensure you’re using the new URL structure (sighting/?id=) rather than the old one
Common Pitfalls to Avoid
- Using the old URL format (webreports/reports)
- Missing the protocol in the URL
- Adding trailing slashes
- Confusing similar reports from the same date/location
- Not verifying all details match
Verification Steps
To confirm you have the correct report, verify:
- Exact date and time match
- Location is Broomfield, CO
- Duration is 10 minutes
- Shape is listed as Circle
- Characteristics mention lights and color changes
- Report and posting dates align with provided information
Context Notes
The sighting involved both visual and photographic evidence
The report is part of a larger narrative involving alleged alien activity in Colorado
The CIA’s involvement suggests official interest in the case
Multiple witnesses reported the event
Creator: Frank Diepmaat