Struck In The Back Yard – The Foxboro UFO Paralysis Case
- By
Marcus Lowth
- February 28, 2025
- 8 min read
- Expert Opinion
- Posted in
- UFOs, Close Encounters
A UFO close encounter that unfolded in Foxboro, Massachusetts in December 1980 is not only one that featured the thought-provoking if disturbing detail of paralysis-inducing laser-like light beams, but is also described by investigators as a “very convincing case,” and a “watershed of the nature and reality of UFO human interaction!”
On the night in question, a young boy was struck by the bizarre beam of light after noticing a strange object appear over his house, causing him to be paralyzed for almost 10 minutes. While this detail sounds like something straight out of a science-fiction movie, it is one that shows up in more UFO close encounter reports than many people might think. Of further interest, and another d...
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Marcus Lowth
Marcus Lowth is a writer with a love for UFOs, aliens, and the Ancient Astronaut Theory, to the paranormal, general conspiracies, and unsolved mysteries. He has been writing and researching with over 20 years of experience.
Marcus has been Editor-in-Chief for several years due to his excellent knowledge in these fields. Marcus also regularly appears as an expert on radio talk shows including Troubled Minds and Unexplained Radio discussing these topics.
You can contact Marcus via email.
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