[meteorite-list] Peruvian meteorite crater - friendly warning to hunters that may be considering...

[Gary K. Foote]

A rather dark post Randall.

Gary

On 21 Feb 2007 at 18:44, Randall Gregory wrote:

> 
> Information is expected to be released in April on the Earth Impact Databasethat will 
> give the exact coordinates to the Peruvian meteorite crater. I have been warned that 
> meteorite hunters will want to turn this site upside down. If anyone wishes to hunt at 
> this site please contact me and we can discuss. 
> 
> Should anyone think about hunting without contacting me. I want you to understand that 
> I have paperwork filing with the Peruvian government giving me mining concession rights 
> to the crater and 100 sq. hectares surrounding the crater. It is a routine matter and 
> approval is expected soon. Even with paperwork pending I still have legal rights here in 
> Peru. I am serious about wanting to keep this crater in pristine condition until 
> scientists have had the opportunity to study it in detail. 
> 
> Peruvian law has very strict laws concerning trespassing, especially when it concerns 
> mines. I will not hesitate to prosecute and trust me, American jails would be considered 
> luxury resorts compared to South American jails. Your sustenance will consist of beans, 
> potatoes, and rice and maybe a piece of chicken if you're lucky.You might get 1 piece of 
> fruit per week. You will have to drink the local water. Diarrhea will be your constant 
> companion. I guarantee you will have non-stop nightmares all night every night. I know 
> the system and I will make every attempt to lengthen your stay. There are ways to block 
> your attempts to contact the American embassy. 
> 
> There is currently astanding rewardforreporting to the police, any meteorite hunter 
> that may wander into this area.The reward is equivalent to 6 months income formost of 
> thepoor people of this area. They arenow watchful and vigilant.The towns of Aplao and 
> Castillo are small. Everybody knows everybody and I have many friends in each. All 
> relevant police agencies have been notified by my Peruvian attorney. 
> 
> My advice, don't even think about it. Alternatively, if you want to hunt at the crater, I 
> am open to discussion, but only after scientific studies have been completed. 
> 
> Randall 
> 
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