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Shutdown Of New Mexico Observatory Was Tied To Investigation Into Child Pornography

The Sunspot Solar Observatory in New Mexico mysteriously shut down for 11 days in September, citing a security issue. Authorities were investigating a janitor for distribution of pornography. Sunspot Solar Observatory/https://sunspot.solar/ hide caption

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Shutdown Of New Mexico Observatory Was Tied To Investigation Into Child Pornography

September 20, 2018 • The observatory suddenly closed, with little explanation, for 11 days in September, fueling rumors its shutdown was due to aliens, UFOs, or government surveillance.