According to authorities, the story about Falcon Heene being trapped in a helium balloon that floated away was a hoax concocted to land a reality show. Larimer County Sheriff Jim Alderden said the stunt two weeks in the planning was a marketing ploy by the Heene's and the parents will likely face felony charges. The stunt temporarily shut down Denver International Airport and had the National Guard use two helicopters to try to find the boy. The Sheriff said the parents weren't under arrest but he expected to recommend charges of conspiracy, contributing to the delinquency of a minor, making a false report to authorities and attempting to influence a public servant. They could also face a maximum sentence of six years in prison and a $500,000 fine. Alderden said they would be seeking restitution for the costs but he doesn't have an estimate yet. He also said that the three kids knew of the hoax but they probably won't face charges because of their ages. We've posted the clip from the sheriff's announcement regarding the hoax. Once again, another bad example of people using their kids for publicity.
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