Roxanne McKnight, 39, and Dusty Spencer, 43, both from Durango, Colorado, received sentences for trespassing on a protected historical site at Canyonlands National Park. The two were found guilty of entering a restricted area and disturbing artifacts.
McKnight faces a one-year ban from federal public lands in Utah along with one year of probation. Spencer's sentence includes a two-year ban and two years of probation. Both individuals are required to pay fines and restitution amounting to $1,500.
The charges stem from an incident on March 23, 2024, when McKnight and Spencer entered the fenced-off Cave Springs Cowboy Camp within the park. They disturbed several historic artifacts such as antique horse tack and cabinetry despite clear warnings against entry.
"Acting United States Attorney Felice John Viti of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Utah made the announcement."
The investigation was conducted by the National Park Service (NPS). The case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorneys Luisa Gough and Tanner Zumwalt.
