A Minnesota farmer found an 11-foot metal object in his cornfield; investigators say it may be space debris

Authorities retrieved an 11-foot charred metal object found in a western Minnesota cornfield and are investigating its origin, with observers suggesting it could be rocket debris.

• A farmer found the bowl-shaped object while harvesting corn in Scott Township, Stevens County, on October 14.· 1 source
• The object measures about 11 feet across, has visible scorching and serial numbers, and was retrieved by authorities.· 1 source
• A report cited by the article suggests it may be linked to a Chinese Zhuque-2E rocket; officials said there was no public threat.· 1 source