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Bigfoot Hoax Backfires

2007 Reader Submission
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This just in from Loren Coleman's Cryptomundo, his source is WTVY Dothan, Alabama 12/12/07.

A prank almost resulted in tragedy for several Wiregrass [Alabama] young persons.

Authorities say they exploited fears of area residents concerning reports of Bigfoot being spotted near the Coffee/Geneva County Line.

A teenager wore an outfit depicting the mythical Bigfoot creature. He then carried a fellow young person on each shoulder.

Alarmed residents called the sheriff’s department and several others armed with shotguns headed to where the prank was taking place.

The young people, ranging in age from 18-to-23, were given a warning.

However, sheriff’s officials say those involved in any copycat incidents will face reckless endangerment charges. “Bigfoot Prank Almost Results in Tragedy, WTVY News4, Dothan, Alabama, December 12, 2007.

Someone in law enforcement or the media could have, furthermore, just as easily pointed out that anyone involved in any copycat incidents might end up dead.

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Submitted on 12/18/2007

Submitted by: Mike Olshan
Reference: 12/18: http://www.cryptomundo.com/cryptozoo-news/bf-stupidity/

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Bruce said:
Definitely Keep: Honorable Mention
Considering this happened in a place like Alabama where hunters and plain old gun owners are everywhere, these pranksters are extremely lucky they didn't end up stuffed and mounted over somebodies mantle. Thanks, Mike!


Chip said:
Definitely Toss: Other
While this is amusing, the prank itself just does not seem that dangerous to me.


Shadow said:
Definitely Keep: Honorable Mention
I agree with Bruce, high gun ownership levels and it makes for a dangerous prank... they are lucky it ended up harmless! Thanks Mike!


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