Colorado Tourists Charged With Theft in Canyonlands

Roxanne McKnight, 39, and Dusty Spencer, 43, both from Durango, Colorado, have been charged with misdemeanor theft and trespassing after allegedly stealing artifacts from the Cave Spring Cowboy Camp in Canyonlands National Park. The U.S. Attorney's Office reported that the pair entered a fenced area marked with clear warnings, where they handled and took several historic items, including antique nails. Both individuals face charges of theft of government property valued under $1,000, along with possessing and entering archaeological resources. McKnight expressed disbelief at the charges, claiming she did not take anything and was merely hiking in a 'sacred' place. Their initial court appearance is scheduled for November 8 in Moab, Utah. The Cave Spring Cowboy Camp contains artifacts from pioneer cattlemen dating back to the late 1800s, and it was established due to its water source, remaining active until cattle ranching ceased in 1975.