Two men have caught the attention of federal authorities after being seen on video pushing boulders over at a Nevada national park, while a scared daughter of one of the suspects watched. The incident occurred at Lake Mead National Recreation Area, where the vandals were filmed disturbing rock formations on the Redstone Dune Trail. The two men, one heavyset and the other skinnier, were seen toppling two large rocks off an incline as a bystander recorded the vandalism. A young girl can be heard in the video yelling for her father to be careful.
The National Park Service is actively searching for the individuals responsible for the vandalism, which has been widely shared on social media. The men in the video were seen struggling to move the large rocks, with the skinnier man nearly falling in the process. Park rangers are determined to track them down and bring them to justice. John Haynes, a public information officer at the park, expressed disbelief at the destruction caused by the vandals, describing it as a personal attack on this beautiful natural area.
The park, spanning 1.5 million acres and featuring two large lakes and a portion of the Colorado River, is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The damage caused by the vandals has incurred significant outrage and concern among visitors and park officials. The severity of the charges facing the perpetrators includes a potential six-month prison sentence and a $5,000 fine, according to Haynes. The National Park Service is urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward.
In a statement released by the National Park Service, the public is asked to assist in identifying the suspects by providing any pertinent information they may have. Tips from witnesses or individuals who were in the area on the evening of the incident are particularly valuable to the ongoing investigation. The park authorities emphasize the importance of community involvement in helping to maintain and protect the natural beauty of the park from acts of vandalism or destruction. The public’s cooperation in identifying the vandals will be crucial in holding them accountable for their actions.
