Take me please - readers' hilarious reactions to 'UFO' landing in Astley Park

The ‘UFO’ landed on Monday.

‘Take me please’ was just one of the many hilarious comments from readers to a 'UFO' captured landing in Astley Park on Monday.

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The ‘UFO’ spotted in Astley Park | Chorley Police

Video footage of a UFO emerging from Astley Park shared by Chorley Police was issued as a warning to members of the public regarding how to spot the real from a deepfake.

They said: “This video isn't real, but it shows just how convincing AI-generated content can be.

“As technology evolves, spotting fake content is becoming increasingly difficult.

“Don't let misinformation take off. Take a closer look, check trusted sources and think before you share.”

This is what some readers joked:

Michael Mallon: “They travel millions of miles and this is where they choose to visit.”

Coral Violet: “Aliens dropping in for a pint and pie from local pub in Chorley.”

Adam Walmsley: Get your eyes tested if you think that looks real

Hayley Fairclough joked: “Take me please.”

Micky Whizz: “The end is nye.”

“Paul Sznurfeil: “Not April the 1st.”

Liz Tompkins: “AI. Looks like a plughole to me.”

If you're concerned about a deepfake, need advice, or want to report harmful content you can report it here

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