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Papers: Wife says 'balloon boy' a hoax

The wife of a Colorado father at the center of the "balloon boy" saga told authorities that the giant helium balloon was specifically created for a hoax to draw media attention, according to court documents released Friday.

 

Sheriff: Balloon boy hoax may have conspirators

Sheriff: Balloon boy hoax may have conspirators

An associate of the father accused of carrying out the now-infamous balloon boy ordeal to promote a reality TV show was wanted for questioning after e-mails surfaced showing the two had discussed a similar stunt months ago as part of a public relations campaign for the program.

 

Colorado sheriff: "balloon boy" case was a hoax

Colorado sheriff:

The bizarre flight of a home-made helium balloon, thought to have a 6-year-old boy aboard, was a hoax and publicity stunt, a Colorado sheriff said on Sunday.

 

Charges Loom in Balloon Drama

Charges Loom in Balloon Drama

Criminal case mulled in connection with Colorado couple's report of son set adrift on helium balloon.

 

Family Is Being Investigated for Possible Balloon Hoax

Family Is Being Investigated for Possible Balloon Hoax

Officials in Colorado said they plan to investigate the Heene family to determine whether the balloon incident was a hoax and if they should pursue criminal charges.

 

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