Authorities are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying individuals responsible for vandalizing ancient petroglyphs in Bishop, California. These carvings, created by the Paiute-Shoshone people, represent a rich cultural history and were damaged recently despite being on protected land. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has increased site surveillance and is offering a reward for information. Past incidents of vandalism date back to 2012, raising concerns about the ongoing threats to such significant cultural artifacts protected under federal law.
The petroglyphs at Volcanic Tableland, carved by the Paiute-Shoshone long before European settlers arrived, depict significant cultural representations, including humans and bighorn sheep.
We have increased surveillance of our sites and are determined to bring the responsible parties to justice,” stated BLM Bishop Field Manager Sherri Lisius, condemning the vandalism.
The BLM is offering a $1,500 reward for information relating to the individuals responsible for the recent vandalism of the ancient petroglyphs.
This ancient tribal art has been under threat before; in 2012, substantial vandalism resulted in the loss of large rock slabs containing valuable petroglyphs.
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