RADIATION SICKNESS CAUSED BY UFOs

This document, authored by John F. Schuessler for the 1982 MUFON Symposium Proceedings, details the 'Cash-Landrum' incident of December 29, 1980, and the subsequent medical investigation conducted by Project VISIT. On that night, Betty Cash, Vickie Landrum, and Colby Landrum encountered a large, diamond-shaped object while driving near Huffman, Texas. The object emitted intense heat and light, causing the witnesses to suffer severe physical symptoms, including burns, hair loss, vomiting, diarrhea, and vision impairment. The witnesses also reported the presence of over 20 helicopters, some identified as Boeing CH-47 Chinooks, surrounding the object. The paper documents the long-term health degradation of the witnesses, including hospitalizations and chronic conditions. Schuessler, a founding member of MUFON and president of Project VISIT, argues that these injuries are consistent with radiation exposure. The document highlights the frustration of the investigation, noting that military installations and government officials denied involvement or provided misleading information regarding the helicopters. The paper concludes by calling for better cooperation between UFO research organizations and government entities, and emphasizes the ongoing need for medical rehabilitation for the victims.