Rick Lagina’s Lawyer Breaks Silence: “This Was Not Supposed To Become Public”
Rick Lagina's Lawyer Breaks Silence: "This Was Not Supposed To Become Public"
Rick Lagina’s lawyer just came forward, saying, “This wasn’t supposed to happen.” While exploring Oak Island with his brother Marty, Rick discovered items and secrets from long, long ago. This year, his goals were clear: figure out where strange medals came from and what an old garden shaft was for. Are they on the brink of revealing something monumental? Join us as we dig into Oak Island’s mysteries, prepared to reveal whatever is hidden.
The Lagina Brothers’ Quest for Buried Secrets
For many years, treasure hunters have been drawn to Oak Island, curious about what might be hidden beneath its surface. The moment of truth seemed close—had they finally found the legendary treasure, or was it hidden in plain sight all along? As they dug deeper, Samuel Ball’s connection to the island became clearer. They found items suggesting the island held secrets even before Ball’s time. Among these were tools for tunneling, leading to a recent discovery by Jack and Charles that sparked new excitement. They found a hidden passage beneath land that once belonged to Samuel Ball, leading Rick Lagina and Billy Gart to start a detailed investigation that could reveal something big.
While exploring, the team noticed an obvious gap beneath the rocks, matching an anomaly seen in earlier scans. Rick called it a tunnel, a key moment in their search. But this brought more questions. Why would Samuel Ball have a tunnel on his property? This discovery was important. It suggested the tunnel had a hidden purpose, something Ball might have wanted to keep secret. Samuel Ball was born into slavery in South Carolina in 1765, gained his freedom, and moved to Nova Scotia, Canada, settling on Oak Island in the early 1800s. He became one of the island’s wealthiest residents, with no clear source of income, sparking rumors he had found treasure or a valuable artifact on the island.
One notable find linked to Ball was a mysterious stone with his initials, SB, found on the island. Some thought this stone marked a buried treasure, while others believed it was a clue left by Ball. Over the past year, the Oak Island team unearthed several ancient tunneling tools, including an iron chisel and two wedges believed to be over 600 years old. This finding led to debates about their connection to the newly discovered tunnel. Could it be that Mr. Ball chose to keep this huge discovery hidden? The tools could point to major underground operations on Oak Island centuries ago. If so, what was their purpose? Some suggested they were used to build tunnels or vaults to hide treasures or artifacts.
Gary Drayton was particularly intrigued by the discovery, thinking the tunnel might hold the key to finding Oak Island’s lost riches. The next day, excitement filled the air as the team uncovered what looked like the long-awaited flood tunnel trap system. Rick Lagina shared the team’s excitement but stressed the importance of careful investigation. This was a major find, but they knew they had to validate their findings before drawing any conclusions as they looked into the area in more detail. They started their unique exploration of the area and saw some strange movements in the sand. Just two minutes later, the moving sand revealed a dip, exposing a crack right below where Marty Lagina was standing. With his sharp eye, Marty noticed wood inside the crack at 4:10 and realized it was the entrance to a tunnel. Digging deeper, the team is about to uncover hidden layers and old stories.
Oak Island’s Flood Tunnel Mysteries
The team guessed the entrance was about 15 feet deep, hinting at a significant structure underneath. This might be an important flood tunnel, a key piece of the Oak Island mystery. For many years, treasure hunters and researchers have been trying to find and explore this tunnel, believed to have been built to flood treasure chambers and protect the treasure. Marty thought that if this really was the main flood tunnel, it could reveal the island’s deeper secrets. But the tunnel’s instability was a big problem. Small rocks kept falling, showing that the structure was weak. The crew had to be very careful to avoid a collapse that could put their safety and investigation at risk. This way, they could analyze the tunnel’s construction and contents while staying safe. Interestingly, they saw different types of wood inside, hinting at a structure within the tunnel. This raised questions about the tunnel’s purpose and origin, suggesting it could be part of a larger man-made underground network.
Two days later, Rick, Marty, and their team focused on an old map after Dave Blankin reported a ship depression near his property that caught their interest. The map, given by Zena Halper, was placed over current satellite images to better understand its scale and accuracy. This Oak Island map, one of the earliest drawings of the area, included several landmarks that have since disappeared or changed. Among the interesting features on Halper’s map were marks matching well-known points on the island, like the Money Pit and other legendary spots. The team thought the map might be the key to finding the island’s legendary riches. Seeing the potential significance of the marked region on the map, they were eager to explore further. Marty noticed that the upper edge of the map lined up with the shoreline, though slightly off, suggesting that the map had kept some accuracy over the years. This discovery boosted their excitement and commitment to dig deeper into the island’s history and uncover its hidden treasures. The map suggests that even with erosion and changes to the island over time, it might still have valuable clues.
Jack found a spot on the map, interestingly located under Dave Blankin’s boat driveway, where his house is. This familiar spot provides a solid place for more study and investigation. However, Jack mentioned that they don’t know exactly what the hatch looks like, which adds to their confusion. Without a clear idea of its features, the hatch could easily be missed. Dave described the area by the boat where the opening is found, and this aligns with Jack’s position on the hatch. Could this be the misleading hatch marked on Zena Halper’s map? If it is, the hatch might lead to The Money Pit or another significant treasure spot, which is very exciting.
The next day, the Oak Island team dug along the southern shore, looking for the wooden path they believe connects to Shaft 9. Rick, Marty, and their crew recently found something that could be one of the most important discoveries of the year. They found man-made wooden structures and a large piece of clay. The clay seemed to preserve the wood, keeping it in good condition. Thinking about the past, they imagined the effort that went into building these structures 160 years ago. With new clues and old maps, the team is close to a major discovery.
The Hidden Vaults of Oak Island: A Treasure Hunter’s Breakthrough
Rick Lagina called Dan Hensy Oak Island’s “royalty” because of his knowledge and dedication, which led to the pathway’s discovery. The team hoped this find would help them locate Shaft 9. It felt like capturing the essence of their long journey. Finding this milestone was important for understanding the underground structures and the broader treasure hunt on Oak Island. Rick, Marty, and the Oak Island team had a tough week before this discovery. They started with bad news but ended with a breakthrough that could change their entire journey. Finding the long-lost Searcher Shaft gave them hope that they might finally locate the original Money Pit. If the Searcher Shaft led them to a centuries-old vault with gold and diamonds, it would be amazing. This treasure would not only prove their hard work was worth it, but it would also change history.
The next morning, the crew invited Rick Lagina and Craig Tester to see what they thought would be a remarkable find near the Money Pit of Oak Island. With experienced treasure hunter Dan Hensy and the crew, they found what they believed was a Searcher building from 1963 known as Shaft 9. But this wasn’t the only surprising find. Shaft 9 was important because it could shed light on Oak Island’s treasure hunting history. The team focused on digging out the shafts uphill, and Rick emphasized the need to dig out all four corners for accurate measurements and structural integrity. As they worked hard, they found something unexpected—a lot of hay. This surprising discovery led them to think that the hay was either used in the construction of Shaft 9 or had some other important purpose. The presence of hay raised interesting questions about the methods and strategies used by early treasure hunters on Oak Island.
The Oak Island team is buzzing with excitement as they measure shaft 99, hoping to link it to old data. They expect it to be 6 feet by 12 feet, as noted in the 1850s records. To their delight, the measurements match perfectly, suggesting they might have found shaft 9. But they know they have to be careful. Over the years, many tunnels have been dug around The Money Pit, changing the landscape a lot. So, they move forward with caution. Finding that shaft 9 matches old records is a big deal. It might have been added or changed during later work on the island. As they dig, they discover another shaft connected to shaft 9, confirming its location. This is a major step in their hunt for The Money Pit and its hidden treasures. The team is thrilled, especially when they find a horizontal tunnel, which is rare. Cross beams at the top show the tunnel’s age and purpose, giving them proof that this is the tunnel described by Dan Hensy.
The next week, Rick Lagina and Gary Drayton head back to the triangle-shaped swamp, eager to learn more about a large stone-paved feature they found earlier. Gary is excited since he’s never explored the swamp because of high water levels. They proceed slowly, zigzagging along the riverbank, searching for any significant finds. Rick believes the swamp is one of the most interesting spots on the island. While they’ve found intriguing things like the stone-paved feature, they haven’t yet linked it to the treasure or the treasure hunt. However, it offers important clues to the island’s history. The mystery of the Oak Island swamp deepens as the team uncovers more about the stone-paved feature, believed to be a roadway, hinting at the activities of the first treasure hunters on the island. Even though the swamp poses challenges, it has become a key part of their search for Oak Island’s secrets. The stones in the swamp are especially interesting because their size and placement suggest they were used for heavy work. Even though the swamp is mysterious and hard to search, Rick Lagina is determined to explore it fully and uncover its hidden history.
