Hopkinsville Goblins
Field Report
The Hopkinsville Goblins hail from a famous 1955 case in rural Kentucky, where a farm family reported being besieged by small, silver humanoids with glowing eyes and clawed hands. Over hours of gunfire and terror, the creatures reportedly danced on rooftops and peeked through windows, shrugging off bullets before vanishing into the night. While skeptics attribute the event to great horned owls distorted by fear and rural isolation, UFO enthusiasts often cite it as a classic close encounter with extraterrestrials. The Hopkinsville incident left an indelible mark on American pop culture, influencing everything from the term “little green men” to countless movies and games. It remains one of the most vivid examples of how a single, bewildering night can spawn legends that ripple across generations.
Classification
Type:Non-Terrestrial
Location:United States, Kentucky, Hopkinsville
Traits:Short, thin-limbed, wide ears, glowing eyes, clawed fingers
Threat Assessment
Danger Level: 5.2
First Reported: 1955
Sightings: 1
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Behavioral Patterns
They dart between outbuildings and tree trunks with jittery, sudden movements. When flashlights beam their way, they crouch low and skitter off.
Folklore & Origins
Kentucky farm lore claims these goblins were mischievous spirits testing families' courage.
Media Documentation
Covered by Kentucky newspapers in the 1950s after a family reported a bizarre siege by small creatures. Frequently referenced by UFO and cryptid documentaries. Larger outlets treat it as Americana folklore.
Hoax Analysis
Hopkinsville Goblins sightings led to widespread publicity, and while some theories suggest a hoax or mass hysteria, no formal hoax has been confirmed.