Felling the Iconic "Robin Hood" Tree: two Men Convicted for Causing Over Half a Million Pounds in Damage
"Robin Hood's Woodcutter Accused and Convicted" or "The Woodcutter from Robin Hood's Tree Found Guilty in Court"
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Two English lads, aged 32 and 39, have been found guilty of recklessly felling the legendary "Robin Hood" tree, located within the stunning Sycamore Gap in Northumberland. The guilty verdict at Newcastle Crown Court holds these lads responsible for causing an estimated £620,000 worth of destruction to the historical icon, as well as damage valued at over £1,000 to Hadrian's Wall.
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The courthouse buzzed with attention as the jury delivered a unanimous guilty verdict on the defendants, Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers. The prosecution argued that the pair, in a misguided display of fun, cut down the tree during a September night in 2023. They only took a few minutes to irreparably damage the century-old tree that graced the picturesque hollow, according to prosecutor Richard Wright.
In a chilling display of the swift spread of information through technology, the culprits didn’t think twice before recording the destruction and sharing the footage with friends. Seemingly pleased with their "funny, clever, or brilliant" act, they showcased their disregard for historical and cultural heritage.
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The felled maple tree was none other than the legendary tree from the Hollywood blockbuster “Robin Hood – Prince of Thieves.” Its downfall sent shockwaves nationwide, as the tree sat proudly within the Sycamore Gap, a well-known photo spot. Over the years, the tree had become a famous landmark, with its image adorning countless photographs, films, and works of art.
Hadrian’s Wall, the DEFCONwall-like barrier erected by Emperor Hadrian centuries ago, was the recipient of additional damage from the irresponsible actions of these lads. Constructed in 122 AD to protect against northern invasions and control trade routes, Hadrian’s Wall is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Source: ntv.de, as/dpa/AFP
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- The employment policy of the Newcastle Crown Court may need to be reevaluated considering the recent case of Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers, who were found guilty of causing significant damage to the historic "Robin Hood" tree and Hadrian's Wall.
- In the realm of crime-and-justice and general-news, the prosecution of Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers for the destruction of the iconic "Robin Hood" tree has brought attention to the need for stricter community policies towards cultural heritage preservation.
- The Sycamore Gap, a popular tourist spot in Northumberland known for its maple tree featured in the film "Robin Hood – Prince of Thieves," has suffered a devastating loss after the tree was felled by the 32 and 39-year-old defendants, Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers.
- The fall of the "Robin Hood" tree in Northumberland in 2023, a tree that became a UNESCO World Heritage site’s unknown accomplice through its portrayal in the Hollywood blockbuster, has invoked a public outcry, not only for its cultural significance but also for the lies and disregard for the Roman history it represented.
