Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers were found guilty of cutting down the iconic Sycamore Gap tree amidst Storm Agnes, viewing it as a prank. This act of criminal damage to a UNESCO World Heritage site drew widespread public condemnation. Despite denying their involvement, evidence indicated otherwise, including videos and messages revealing their intent. The presiding prosecutor underscored the senselessness of their actions, characterized their behavior as juvenile, and expressed the collective indignation felt by the community and beyond.
The prosecutor Richard Wright KC described their actions as a 'moronic mission' and the 'arboreal equivalent of mindless thuggery', highlighting the public's overwhelming sadness and anger.
Wright stressed that their decision to fell the tree during a storm reflected a lack of decency, while the public viewed their actions with disgust and disappointment.
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