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Triassic-period fossils stolen from Capitol Reef National Park

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Authorities said the trace reptile track fossils were taken sometime between August 2017 and August 2018. (Credit: NPS) CAPITOL REEF NATIONAL PARK, Utah - U.S.

park rangers at Capitol Reef National Park in Utah said someone stole fossils that dated back to 250 million years ago, known as the Triassic period.

Authorities said the trace reptile track fossils were taken sometime between August 2017 and August 2018, according to a news release.

They’re asking the public for help to find the "irreplaceable paleontological resources" as well as the culprit who vandalized the area. RELATED: Fossils reveal a new dinosaur species that was the size of dogsA $1,000 reward is also being offered for information that leads to the identification and prosecution of the person, or people, responsible.

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