## 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

1. 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:

1. Location: Broomfield, Colorado  
2. Date: April 2, 2023  
3. Time: 22:00 (10:00 PM)  
4. Shape: Circle  
5. Duration: 10 minutes

### Step 3: Locating the Report

Navigate to NUFORC’s database:

1. Visit nuforc.org  
2. Use the search functionality or database browser  
3. Filter by date (April 2023\)  
4. Look for Broomfield, Colorado entries  
5. Match the exact time and details

### Step 4: URL Format

The correct URL format for the sighting is:

```

https://nuforc.org/sighting/?id=175200
```

## Answer 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

1. Use all the provided details to verify the correct report  
2. Pay attention to the exact time and date formatting  
3. Verify all characteristics match before submitting  
4. Double-check the URL format  
5. Ensure you’re using the new URL structure (sighting/?id=) rather than the old one

## Common Pitfalls to Avoid

1. Using the old URL format (webreports/reports)  
2. Missing the protocol in the URL  
3. Adding trailing slashes  
4. Confusing similar reports from the same date/location  
5. Not verifying all details match

## Verification Steps

To confirm you have the correct report, verify:

1. Exact date and time match  
2. Location is Broomfield, CO  
3. Duration is 10 minutes  
4. Shape is listed as Circle  
5. Characteristics mention lights and color changes  
6. 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

