Vandalism under investigation at Bandelier National Monument

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Officials have closed a popular cliff dwelling at Bandelier National Monument following the discovery of vandalism earlier this week. Cave Kiva, part of the Pueblo Loop Trail, was "significantly damaged" according to a Bandelier National Monument press release. Bandelier visitors brought over $24 million in economic benefitsOfficials say public access to this space has been revoked, the ladder has been removed and closure signs have been posted. The cavate will rem