Ridiculous History Moon Rock Heists, Part Two: The Romantic Misadventures of Thad Roberts
Aug 28, 2025
A love-struck NASA intern turns to a daring moon rock heist to impress his crush, resulting in a wild and misguided adventure. The story cleverly intertwines romance and crime, showcasing the audacity of young dreamers. From navigating security to their chaotic attempts at selling lunar treasures, the twists keep coming. As their relationship unfolds, the heist becomes a whirlwind of humor and misfortune, ultimately leading to dramatic consequences. It's a captivating reminder of how love can inspire both brilliance and recklessness.
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Young Intern Orchestrates Moon Rock Heist
- Thad Roberts, a 25-year-old NASA co-op intern, plotted the theft of 17 pounds of Apollo lunar samples and a Martian meteorite.
- He recruited fellow interns Tiffany Fowler and Shea Sauer and used insider access to plan the heist.
Love Story Or Cover Story?
- Roberts claimed his motivation was romantic, saying he wanted to "give you the moon" to impress Tiffany Fowler.
- Later reporting suggests he planned to sell lunar material months before meeting her, complicating his "romance" defense.
Mission Impossible Style Break-In
- The trio entered Johnson Space Center, rewired cameras, donned neoprene suits, used scuba gear and wheeled a 601-pound safe out on a dolly.
- They escaped in a Jeep Cherokee that sagged under the safe's weight and went undetected for 48 hours.
