Enigmatic Structure Sparks Debate
The shiny monolith that mysteriously appeared in the desert near Las Vegas has been removed by local police, citing “public safety” concerns. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) made the decision after the mirrored structure was discovered last week, prompting mixed reactions on social media, with many calling the move “lame.”
Monolith removed over safety and environmental issues
On Thursday, June 20, the LVMPD announced that the “mysterious monolith” had been taken down due to safety and environmental considerations. This follows the pattern of similar monoliths that appeared globally during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Las Vegas monolith was a six-foot-four prism made of reflective sheet metal, secured with rebar and concrete.
Authorities Baffled by Monolith’s Origin
Despite its removal, the origins of the monolith remain unknown. The structure, reminiscent of the one in Stanley Kubrick’s ‘2001: A Space Odyssey,’ was discovered by the Las Vegas Metro Search and Rescue team at Gass Peak, 64 kilometers north of Las Vegas. It is currently stored at an undisclosed location while officials decide its fate.
Public reaction and conspiracy theories
Social media reactions were swift, with many criticizing the removal as unnecessary and a waste of taxpayer money. One user sarcastically commented, “Thank goodness you got rid of that thing. The environment was in danger! People could have been hurt! Heroic stuff. Bravo.”
The monolith sightings, which began in 2020, have fueled various conspiracy theories involving aliens and elaborate pranks. The first monolith was found in Utah by wildlife officials and disappeared within 10 days. More recently, a similar structure appeared on a hill in Wales in March.
Police advisory for hikers
The LVMPD also used the opportunity to remind hikers and visitors to stay on marked trails and refrain from leaving objects behind. The removal of the monolith has once again ignited curiosity and debate about these enigmatic structures and their origins.