Stevens County: 11-Foot Space Object Found in Cornfield
SCOTT TOWNSHIP, STEVENS COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A massive metallic object, possibly from space, was discovered in a Stevens County cornfield on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
The unusual discovery has drawn the attention of local, state, and federal authorities.
The Stevens County Sheriff’s Office received a report about foreign debris at approximately 3:30 p.m.
The caller reported a large, unknown object lying in a cornfield in Scott Township.
Deputies responded and confirmed the presence of a metallic object measuring approximately 11 feet in diameter.
Authorities described the debris as possibly originating from space, although its exact identity remains unknown.
Large Metallic Object Discovered in Cornfield
The unexpected discovery prompted questions about how the massive object reached the rural Minnesota field.
Officials have not confirmed whether the debris came from a spacecraft, satellite, rocket, or another source.
The object appears to be a large piece of metal, according to photographs shared in news coverage.
However, its purpose, manufacturer, and original location have not been publicly identified.
The Sheriff’s Office has not reported any injuries connected to the discovery.
Photo: Possible Space Debris in Stevens County
State and Federal Agencies Respond
Following the discovery, authorities contacted the Minnesota Duty Officer to report the unusual debris.
Federal agencies also responded after receiving notification of the incident.
The Stevens County Sheriff’s Office is working closely with state and federal officials during the investigation.
The agencies are attempting to identify the object and determine who owns it.
Officials also plan to notify the owner once ownership has been established.
Another priority involves developing a plan to remove the debris from the cornfield.
No confirmed removal date was included in the Sheriff’s Office statement.
Officials Say There Is No Public Danger
Despite the object’s unusual appearance, authorities have determined that the incident presents no danger to the public.
The Sheriff’s Office emphasized that officials are coordinating their response with several government agencies.
The exact circumstances surrounding the object’s arrival remain unclear.
Authorities have not identified its origin or explained how it reached the field.
There has also been no official confirmation that the object actually traveled through space.
Investigation Continues in Western Minnesota
Scott Township is located in Stevens County in western Minnesota, near the Morris area.
The discovery has attracted attention beyond the county as officials investigate the unusual metal debris.
Readers can find local agency information through the Stevens County Sheriff’s Office.
Additional coverage and photographs are available from MPR News and FOX 9.
The NASA website also provides general information about space missions and orbital debris.
Officials have not announced a final identification of the object or confirmed its owner.
Further information is expected to depend on the findings of the agencies involved.
I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.
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