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Moon Rock Thief Doesn't Seem To Be Sorry

By Keith Cowing
NASA Watch
February 11, 2011
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From the U to NASA, prison and back again, Daily Utah Chornicle
Convicted moon rock thief Thad Roberts: “(We) came out with a 600-pound safe, (estimated by the government to be worth $7 million to $21 million) sawed it open in a hotel room and sorted all the moon rocks, which included a meteorite from Mars,” Roberts said. “I definitely knew at this point that I had the best rock collection in the world.” Within a week, rumors spread, inevitably revealing Roberts’ and the women’s guilt. This resulted in an eight-year sentence for him, and only house arrest for the two women because he took the “leadership position” in the crime.”
Keith’s note: So Thad – you aren’t at all sorry that you stole and damaged these invaluable research specimens? The author of this article doesn’t seem to be interested in this obvious aspect of the story – indeed she writes: “In such a short time, Roberts has lived an unimaginable life, but he is continuing to complete his goals and hopes to see success in his future.”

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One response to “Moon Rock Thief Doesn't Seem To Be Sorry”

  1. Francis Klambauer says:
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    I think THAD is an oppertunist, a thief and shows ZERO remorce for his actions!
    I would love to ask him face to face:
    ” Hey Thad? Have you EVER apologized personally to all the peoples lives you screwed up? Are you going to offer the royalties & monies made from your little ADVENTURE to your VICTIMS? How about donating it to the N.A.S.A. internship program you totally abused?What are YOU REALLY DOING for restitution of your crimes?
    I bet I won’t get a reply from THAD! WHAT DO YOU THINK FOLKS????