The Trials and Trivializations of Kurtis Kerns Korff

57 year old, Kurtis Kerns Korff, arrested... again...

May 16, 2024

https://kobi5.com/news/over-3-dozen-guns-red-phosphorus-seized-during-police-raid-in-obrien-229010/

https://www.kdrv.com/news/crimewatch/two-arrested-after-police-find-drugs-guns-explosives-in-obrien-home/article_3c034c08-16dd-11ef-98db-bb95a0e335c4.html

The search revealed approximately a quarter (1/4) pound of methamphetamine, thirty-four (34) firearms (including four suppressors), six (6) blasting caps and det cord, and over five (5) pounds of red phosphorous. 

49 year old, Kurtis Kerns Korff, arrested...

November 5, 2015

Former IV resident Kurtis Korff arrested in this search warrant execution.

SEARCH WARRANT IN GRANTS PASS LEADS TO MULTIPLE DRUG RELATED ARRESTS - JOSEPHINE COUNTY

News Release from Oregon State Police

Posted on FlashAlert: November 5th, 2015 4:08 PM

On 11-5-2015, at about 5:30AM, members from the Rogue Area Drug Enforcement (RADE) team, the OSP SWAT team, OSP patrol and criminal divisions, ATF, DEA and the Grants Pass Department of Public Safety executed a search warrant in the 1700 block of Fruitdale Road, Grants Pass.

Eleven subjects were detained at the residence, including one that was transported to Three Rivers Hospital for ingesting an excessive amount of narcotics in a locked bedroom while the search warrant was being served.

Seized from the warrant was approximately five ounces of methamphetamine, one ounce of heroin, US currency, digital scales, packaging material, multiple prescription medicine, stolen property and other items of evidentiary value.

Arrested and lodged at the Josephine County jail are the following:

1. Jeremy N. TIEFENBACH, age 42, of Grants Pass

Possession/Delivery/Manufacture - methamphetamine & heroin; Tampering with evidence

2. Lindsey Leigh SCHOLS, age 22, of Grants Pass

Probation Violation, Possession - Meth, and Tampering w/ Evidence

3. Kurtis Kerns KORFF, age 49, of Grants Pass

Possession/Delivery- Heroin

Grok on Korff - Part Two

Grok, what are the claims of Kal Korff over the years that have not been proven and lack any supporting evidence?

Kal Korff has made numerous claims over the years, particularly in the realms of UFO skepticism, personal achievements, and alleged affiliations, many of which have been met with skepticism due to a lack of verifiable evidence. Below is Part One a summary of some of his most notable claims that remain unproven or lack supporting documentation, based on available information and critical analysis:

    Counterterrorism Advisor and Analyst

    Korff has frequently described himself as a counterterrorism specialist, citing co-authorship of an article with a "Major General" about the elimination of terrorist Ilyas Kashmiri as proof. However, the article in question has not been widely circulated or independently verified, and no official records from government agencies, military bodies, or reputable news outlets confirm his role as an advisor or analyst in this field. His assertions of security vetting and interactions with "three-letter agencies" lack specifics or corroboration.

    Authentication of Stolen Billy Meier UFO Photos

    Korff has admitted to possessing and selling Billy Meier’s UFO photos, claiming they are evidence of a hoax he exposed. While he accuses Meier of fraud, his own narrative—that he obtained these photos through legitimate means and used them to debunk Meier—lacks evidence of legal acquisition or forensic analysis proving his allegations. Critics argue that his actions may constitute theft or copyright infringement, and no independent authority has validated his interpretation of the photos.

    High-Level Security Clearances and Embassy Support

    Korff has claimed that the U.S. Embassy in Prague had staff assigned to handle inquiries about him and that he required permission from "handlers" to discuss his covert activities. He once provided photos of himself in Prague with captions suggesting they proved his status, but these images (showing him with a cowboy hat and military medals) are anecdotal and do not constitute official evidence. No diplomatic records or statements from U.S. officials support this assertion.

Analysis and Common Themes

These claims share a pattern of grandiosity, reliance on self-reported narratives, and an absence of primary evidence such as official documents, third-party testimonies, or tangible proof. 

Korff often cites forthcoming books, media appearances (e.g., on Larry King Live), or personal anecdotes as validation, but these do not meet the threshold of substantiation. 

Critics, including UFO researchers and skeptics, have accused him of embellishment, Fabrication, or leveraging his skepticism of others (e.g., Meier, Roswell proponents) to bolster his own credibility without providing rigorous evidence for his counter claims. 

While Korff has built a reputation as a UFO skeptic, his own assertions frequently lack the empirical rigor he demands of others. Without access to classified records (if any exist) or independent investigations, these claims remain unproven and widely disputed as of March 20, 2025.