We were rejoicing...

FAMILY members believe the officials likely knew of the miners’ fates some time before then - maybe as soon as 20 minutes after the celebration began.

After being told the truth, some inside the church reportedly became violent and physically confronted mine officials. State Police had to wrestle men to the ground to subdue them. Additional law enforcement was eventually called to the scene to control potential conflicts.

Some family expressed frustration and anger over the miscommunication.