River City Mystery - Exploring the darker corners of Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky

The Kelly-Hopkinsville ”Little Green Men” Encounter

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This episode dives into the bizarre and enduring mystery of the Kelly-Hopkinsville "Little Green Men" Encounter, a case often cited as a significant Close Encounter of the Third Kind.

Here's a breakdown of the key details discussed:

  • Geraldine Sutton Stith's Account: The episode features an interview with Geraldine Sutton Stith, the daughter of Elmer Lucky Sutton, one of the eleven individuals who claimed to have been terrorized by strange creatures on their rural Kentucky farm in the summer of 1955. [01:01]
  • The Initial Sightings: Learn about the first sighting by Billy Ray Taylor, who reported seeing an unusual oval, silver object with rainbow colors in the sky. [02:16] Later that evening, both Billy Ray and Lucky Sutton encountered the first of the creatures, described as having large ears, glowing eyes, and arms that extended to the ground. [05:40]
  • The Farm Under Siege: Hear the incredible story of how the family reacted to the appearance of multiple creatures, including their attempts to shoot the beings, which seemed to have no effect. [08:46]
  • Seeking Help in Hopkinsville: Understand the family's fear and their decision to seek assistance from the authorities in Hopkinsville. [09:01]
  • The Official Response: The episode details the investigation by local police and others, who arrived at the farm but found no concrete evidence of the creatures. [09:46]
  • The Aftermath for the Sutton Family: Learn about the profound impact of the encounter on the Sutton family, leading them to sell their farm within two weeks due to fear. [14:24] The episode also notes that the case was never officially investigated by any higher authorities. [17:21]
  • Challenging Explanations: While some have proposed alternative explanations for the sightings, such as owls, cats, or monkeys, the speaker, Geraldine Sutton Stith, firmly believes it was an encounter with extraterrestrial beings. [25:42]
  • Addressing Misconceptions: The episode clarifies a common misconception about the case, stating that alcohol was not a factor during the night of the alleged encounter. [35:56]

    • Show Notes: https://www.rivercitymystery.com/9

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    https://www.etsy.com/shop/aliensandgoblins

    Information on Geraldine's appearance on UFO Witness:

    https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13889478/

     

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