By Rep. Andy Ogles said Friday that he has viewed highly classified evidence related to unidentified aerial phenomena, warning that “just knowing it exists makes you a target,” as renewed attention focuses on a recent sighting near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
I have seen evidence so classified that just knowing it exists makes you a target. #thetruthisoutthere https://t.co/tDKbKiEtox
— Rep. Andy Ogles (@RepOgles) April 17, 2026
Ogles made the remark in a post on Twitter while sharing a Daily Mail report describing a cluster of unidentified objects observed April 8 near the Ohio installation. He included the hashtag #thetruthisoutthere.
🚨UFO cluster spotted over mysterious base tied to missing Air Force scientist
Triangle formation of UFOs are allegedly spotted near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio.
A massive cluster of unknown flying objects was spotted near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, a… pic.twitter.com/UK9RtGykX4
— Skywatch Signal (@UAPWatchers) April 17, 2026
According to the report, videos and images circulating online appear to show a triangular formation of glowing lights moving silently over Rainbow Lakes in Fairborn, roughly four miles from the base, before separating mid-flight. Witnesses described the objects as having “no sound, no standard navigation lights,” and flight patterns inconsistent with known aircraft, drones, or satellites.
The report added that some observers claimed the objects maintained a fixed geometric formation before breaking apart, while others suggested the lights accelerated or changed direction in ways not typical of conventional aircraft. The outlet noted that similar triangular sightings have been reported in past UAP cases, though no official confirmation has been issued in this instance.
Wright-Patterson has long been tied to UFO speculation, including claims connected to the Roswell incident that alleged debris was transported to the base. The facility is also home to advanced aerospace work conducted by the Air Force Research Laboratory.
The renewed attention comes as authorities continue searching for retired Air Force Maj. Gen. William Neil McCasland, who disappeared Feb. 27 from his home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Investigators said McCasland, a former commander of the research laboratory at Wright-Patterson, left behind personal items including his phone and glasses, but took hiking boots, his wallet, and a revolver. Officials have cautioned against linking the case to his prior classified work.
His disappearance has nevertheless fueled online speculation, particularly alongside other cases involving scientists and officials tied to aerospace, nuclear, or UAP-related programs. No evidence has publicly connected those incidents.
So far 11 scientists who have allegedly been connected to highly classified work about UFOs have disappeared or died over the past few years.
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“Last year we sent a letter to the FBI about a gentleman named Matthew Sullivan who we had reached out to.… pic.twitter.com/1rHryj19em
— UAP James (@UAPJames) April 17, 2026
Ogles, a member of the House Freedom Caucus and the Homeland Security Committee, has previously raised questions about UAP transparency. His latest comments align with calls from lawmakers including Reps. Tim Burchett and Eric Burlison for broader disclosure of government-held information on unexplained aerial encounters.
The Pentagon and the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office have said most reported incidents can be explained as conventional objects or natural phenomena, while acknowledging that a small number remain unresolved. Officials have not confirmed details of the April 8 sighting.
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